TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Visit Tanjung Simpang Mengayau
- Visit Kampung Bavanggazo - Rungus Longhouses
- Visit Kampung Sumangkap - Gong Making Village
- Visit Borneo HoneyBee Centre
- Traditional Rungus Lunch
- Hotel Pickup / Drop Off
OVERVIEW OF TOUR
Also known as Tanjung Simpang Mengayau which means ‘lingering junction’, here is where two great seas, the Sulu & South China sea meet to exchange big sloppy kisses. Walk to the very tip of Borneo, the third largest island in the world, why not? Also feast on breathtaking views of the dramatic rocky outcrop that lace the shoreline, sunsets are also righteously dramatic on this end, picture-perfect we’d say.
ABOUT THE LOCATION
3 hours from the city marks Kudat, where the South China Sea and Sulu Sea converge. This little slice of paradise, bafflingly beautiful with the harmony of sunny skies, blue seas, palm tree was back then the first capital of British North Borneo Chartered Company. The journey to Kudat is a scenic one, of rolling hills, countryside vistas, paddy fields, villages, small road-side stalls selling delicious local treats and handmade crafts.
SAMPLE ITINERARY
Kudat - Northern Tip of Borneo
- 0730hrs: Meet & Pick up at hotel lobby and transfer to Kudat for an easy breezy day at the beach!
- 3 hours from the city marks Kudat, where the South China Sea and Sulu Sea converge. This little slice of paradise, bafflingly beautiful with the harmony of sunny skies, blue seas, palm tree was then then first capital of British North Borneo Chartered Company then. The journey will bring you through scenic countryside, paddy fields, villages, palm oil plantations; local stalls selling handicrafts and food items. Along the way, make a brief pit stop at some peanut stalls to get some munchies. Proceed on for a friendly visit to the modern long house village at Sikuati, a great opportunity to mingle with the local natives.
- 1130hrs: Be greeted by the breeze at the Northern Tip of Borneo, also known as Tanjung Simpang Mengayau which means ‘lingering junction’ as it is here that the South China Sea lingers and meets the Sulu seas flowing from the East.
- Take a stroll on the lavish expanse of white sand that comes complimentary with a breath-taking view of dramatic rocky outcrops. The northern most tip of Borneo is graced with wide publicity through popular mass media from the 2003 book entitled KUDAT.
- Thereafter, proceed to the Bavanggazo Village for a longhouse visit. Built entirely using local materials, it is home to the Rungus people community, a sub-tribe of the indigenous Kadazandusun. Observe their very own unique bead works, lifestyle and costumes. Lunch will be served Rungus style.
- (Traditional Native Lunch)
- 1400hrs: Depart for “Gong” making village, well known for local artisans and their exceptional skills of craftsmanship for a musical instrument rich with history and meaning.
- Moving forward to the sweet sticky business of bees at the Borneo HoneyBee Centre. Get a feel of what actually goes down at the honey farm and ofcourse, a taste of raw honey straight from the comb!
- 1500hrs: Head back to Kota Kinabalu and bid farewell to the sunny splendors of Kudat.
Lunch
| Meals | 01 Lunch |
| Include | Meals as Stated, Entrance Fees, Land Transportation (Seat-In-Coach), and English Speaking Guide |
| Exclude | Personal Travel Insurance, Alcoholic Drinks, Any Items Not Mentioned |
- Long Trousers
- Comfortable Walking shoes/Sandals
- T-shirt
- Cap
- Comfortable walking shoe
- Sun hat and raincoat
- Sun block lotion
- Insect repellent
- Tipping is like giving a hug. Although it’s never expected, it’s always very much appreciated.
- This package is based on join-in basis of shared guide and transport vehicle. Private Guide or Tour is available upon request at a reasonable fee. Please inform us when making the bookings.
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