Kota Kinabalu Vacation

Kota Kinabalu Vacation http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/ We are a registered travel agency located in Malaysia, Sabah, Kota Kinabalu. We are specialised in handling local tours especially mt. kinabalu climbing packages. For more information, please drop us an email at exoticev@streamyx.com. Thank you! Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:27:10 +0000 http://bloghi.com/ http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/img_ch.hi?id=13861 Kota Kinabalu Vacation http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/ PADAS WHITE WATER RIVER RAFTING (LEVEL III TO IV) http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/padas-white-water-river-rafting-level-iii-to-iv.html http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/padas-white-water-river-rafting-level-iii-to-iv.html#comments Sat, 26 Apr 2008 08:36:03 +0000 http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/padas-white-water-river-rafting-level-iii-to-iv.html 0730hrs Pick up from city hotel in Kota Kinabalu and transfer to Beaufort, a town located 1 ½ hour drive from Kota Kinabalu. Upon arrival at Beaufort, board on a rail car/train to Pangi Station (starting point). The 1 ½ hour train ride shows the... 0730hrs Pick up from city hotel in Kota Kinabalu and transfer to Beaufort, a town located 1 ½ hour drive from Kota Kinabalu. Upon arrival at Beaufort, board on a rail car/train to Pangi Station (starting point). The 1 ½ hour train ride shows the beautiful Padas Gorge and the swift Padas river. Stopover at Rayoh Station (ending point) for 10 minutes for storing your belongings and change of clothes. Arrive Pangi Station, light refreshment will be served. A short briefing on safety precautions and rafting techniques by your guide. Commence rafting down the Padas River . The adrenaline rush excursion covers a distance of 9km of this rather muddy 200 km river that holds 7 exciting and tough rapids. Arrive at Rayoh Station, lunch will be served. Depart for Beaufort by rail car/train, transfer back to your city hotel.

Includes: Transportation, BBQ Lunch, Rafting & Safety Equipment and English Speaking Tour Guide
Excludes: Airfare, Video/Camera Fees, Tipping, Travel Insurance and Items that are not stated.
Duration: 11 Hours
Meal (s): Lunch

Suggested thing to bring: Towel, extra clothes for change, shoes or sandal, sun tan lotion, insect repellent and strap for spectacles and personal toiletries.

]]> http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/padas-white-water-river-rafting-level-iii-to-iv.html#comments KIULU WHITE WATER RIVER RAFTING (LEVEL I TO II) http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/kiulu-white-water-river-rafting-level-i-to-ii.html http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/kiulu-white-water-river-rafting-level-i-to-ii.html#comments Sat, 26 Apr 2008 08:35:27 +0000 http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/kiulu-white-water-river-rafting-level-i-to-ii.html 0830hrs Pick up from city hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Transfer to Kiulu river which is located in the Tampuruli district and takes about 90 minutes drive. It is a journey through scenic and refreshing countryside drive, with landscape of paddy fields,... 0830hrs Pick up from city hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Transfer to Kiulu river which is located in the Tampuruli district and takes about 90 minutes drive. It is a journey through scenic and refreshing countryside drive, with landscape of paddy fields, water buffaloes and local villages. Upon arrival at Kiulu, a light refreshment will be served. Then, transfer to the starting point. A short briefing on safety precautions and rafting techniques by your guide. Commence rafting downriver for about 9KM to 15KM depending on the water level. The journey will take about 1 - 2 hours of rafting. Take a break at some point where the water is calmer and you can enjoy a swim or body raft. Lunch will be served at the ending point. After lunch and pack up, return to city hotel.

Suggested thing to bring: Towel, extra clothes for change, shoes or sandal, sun tan lotion, insect repellent and strap for spectacles and personal toiletries.

]]> http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/kiulu-white-water-river-rafting-level-i-to-ii.html#comments 3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS MABUL SIPADAN ISLAND DIVING http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/3-days-2-nights-mabul-sipadan-island-diving.html http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/3-days-2-nights-mabul-sipadan-island-diving.html#comments Sat, 26 Apr 2008 08:33:20 +0000 http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/3-days-2-nights-mabul-sipadan-island-diving.html DAY 1 - Meet and greet by Borneo Divers staff at Kota Kinabalu city hotel's lobby for flight MH 2121 @ 0700hrs/ 0745hrs for Tawau or meet at Tawau Airport at 0745hrs. Transfer to Semporna by van/coach for approximately 1 hour journey. Arrive in... DAY 1 - Meet and greet by Borneo Divers staff at Kota Kinabalu city hotel's lobby for flight MH 2121 @ 0700hrs/ 0745hrs for Tawau or meet at Tawau Airport at 0745hrs. Transfer to Semporna by van/coach for approximately 1 hour journey. Arrive in Semporna and proceed to Mabul Island by boat around 1000hrs for approximately 45 minutes to 1-hour journey, depending on the sea or weather condition. Expected to arrive Mabul Island at 1100hrs. Then proceed for briefing, registration and check-in. Lunch will be served at by noontime. There will be 2 boat dives on your first day arrival and one of the boat dives will be an orientation dive with our Dive Master. (Subject to 1st Schedule Arrival).

2nd Schedule Arrival – 1420hrs from Tawau Airport to Semporna. From Semporna to Mabul Island will be at 1600hrs. NOTE: For those arrive on the 2nd Schedule Arrival will not be able to do any diving on the arrival day. They will do 3 boat dives on the 2nd day, one of which the boat dive is the orientation dive.

Dinner and overnight at Mabul Island Resort.

DAY 2 - 3 boat dives a day, which the dives will be at Sipadan, Mabul or Kapalai. One Sunset Bonus Boat Dive without Dive Master at Mabul HOUSE REEF *Sipadan Dives subject to Quota and Weather permitting. Diving at Sipadan may be anytime of the day. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner will be served at the resort. Overnight at Mabul Island Resort.

DAY 3 - Breakfast at resort. Free at leisure in the morning until check out. We have two departures from Mabul to Semporna. 1st schedule at 0630hrs and 2nd schedule is at 1130hrs.

Includes: Airport - Hotel - Airport transfer within Kota Kinabalu on arrival and departure day, Ground transfers within Tawau - Semporna - Mabul Island and return by van/ coach and boat. (Two Scheduled Transfer from Tawau Airport to Mabul via Semporna daily. 1st Schedule will leave Tawau Airport after meeting MH 2121 at 0745hrs 2nd Schedule leaves Tawau Airport at 1420hrs), Twin-share semi-detached chalet accommodation at Mabul Island , 3 meals a day PLUS light snacks serve all day and beverages while at the Dive Resort (Excluding alcoholic and/ or carbonated soft drinks), 3 boat dives a day with our Professional Divemaster (Sipadan, Mabul or Kapalai) except on Arrival and Departure Day- Quota and Weather permitting for Sipadan dive. (Diving at Sipadan may be anytime of the day), Bonus sunset buddy boat dive at Mabul House reef, Boat, tanks, weight and weight belt.

Excludes: Return Airfare to Tawau, Sipadan Entry Permit, Diving and Snorkeling Equipments (All equipments can be rented based on per day/ per person), Tipping, Travel Insurance and Items that are not stated

Duration: 3D2N

Meal (s): 02 Breakfasts, 02 Lunches, 02 Dinners

Important: Advisable no diving on the last day. However, if you wish to do so, you will have to sign a separate Liability/ Release Waiver form. The latest recommendation from DAN, Training Agencies, etc., indicate that you should wait a minimum of 18 hours and sometimes up to 24 hours after diving before you fly. However, Borneo Divers recognizes that people, agencies and even computers/ tables differ on this. For those who do morning dive (one morning boat dive at MABUL ONLY) on day out. Please note Bar Bill must be settled the night before, all belongings must be cleared and checked out before the first morning boat dive. We apologize for not able to get you for boat dive should you not check out before boat dive time as we need to clear the room to allow incoming guest to check in on time.

Suggested thing to bring: Extra clothes for change, sun tan lotion, swimming attire, sandals and personal toiletries

Recommended Flights (Operated by Maswings):
Kota Kinabalu / Tawau MH2121 0700hrs/0745hrs
Tawau / Kota Kinabalu MH2134 1440hrs/1525hrs

]]> http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/3-days-2-nights-mabul-sipadan-island-diving.html#comments PULAU TIGA DAY TRIP http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/pulau-tiga-day-trip.html http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/pulau-tiga-day-trip.html#comments Sat, 26 Apr 2008 08:32:01 +0000 http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/pulau-tiga-day-trip.html 0730hrs Pick up from city hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Onwards, transfer to Kuala Penyu Jetty for about 2 1/2 hours drive. Upon arrival, buy some refreshment at the Kuala Penyu Town . 1000hrs depart from Kuala Penyu Jetty for a 30 minutes boat ride to... 0730hrs Pick up from city hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Onwards, transfer to Kuala Penyu Jetty for about 2 1/2 hours drive. Upon arrival, buy some refreshment at the Kuala Penyu Town . 1000hrs depart from Kuala Penyu Jetty for a 30 minutes boat ride to Pulau Tiga. Upon arrival, free at own leisure (swimming or snorkeling at own expenses). Then, proceed for 20 minutes guided walk to the Mud Volcano. Upon arrival, soak yourself in the mud which is invigorating for your skin. Return to the beach area to wash off the mud while the BBQ lunch is ready to be served. After lunch, relax at your own leisure. 1500hrs boat departs from Pulau Tiga Jetty and return to Kuala Penyu Jetty. Continue retrace journey back to your city hotel.

Suggested thing to bring: Towel, trekking shoes, insect repellant, sun tan lotion, spare of old clothing (to wear to Mud Volcano visit) and personal toiletries

]]> http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/pulau-tiga-day-trip.html#comments KLIAS WETLAND RIVER CRUISE http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/klias-wetland-river-cruise.html http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/klias-wetland-river-cruise.html#comments Sat, 26 Apr 2008 08:31:16 +0000 http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/klias-wetland-river-cruise.html 1430hrs Pick up from hotel in Kota Kinabalu and transfer to Klias which located at 110km south of Kota Kinabalu. It will takes for about 2 hours drive from Kota Kinabalu. On arrival at Klias, enjoy the local pastry served with tea. After a short... 1430hrs Pick up from hotel in Kota Kinabalu and transfer to Klias which located at 110km south of Kota Kinabalu. It will takes for about 2 hours drive from Kota Kinabalu. On arrival at Klias, enjoy the local pastry served with tea. After a short briefing, board on a small boat and proceed to cruise and search for wildlife along the river. Among the wildlife that can be spotted during the cruise are proboscis monkeys, long tail macaques, with some luck silver langurs, crocodiles, moniter lizards, tree snakes and variety of birds. During the journey back to the jetty during dusk, witness hundreds of blinking fire flies lighting the mangrove trees as Christmas trees. Upon reaching the jetty, local dinner will be served. After dinner, retrace journey back to your hotel.

Includes: Transportation, River Cruise, Dinner and English Speaking Tour Guide
Excludes: Airfare, Video/Camera Fees, Tipping, Travel Insurance and Items that are not stated.
Duration: 07 Hours
Meal (s): Dinner
Suggested thing to bring: Raincoat, drinking water, insect repellant and personal toiletries

]]> http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/klias-wetland-river-cruise.html#comments MANUKAN & SAPI ISLAND HOPPING http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/manukan-sapi-island-hopping.html http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/manukan-sapi-island-hopping.html#comments Sat, 26 Apr 2008 08:19:35 +0000 http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/manukan-sapi-island-hopping.html 0830hrs Pick up from city hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Transfer to jetty for 15 minutes boat ride to Manukan Island. Upon arrival, be fascinated by the nature surrounding the island. Free at own leisure on the island. Afternoon, hop to Sapi Island. On... 0830hrs Pick up from city hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Transfer to jetty for 15 minutes boat ride to Manukan Island. Upon arrival, be fascinated by the nature surrounding the island. Free at own leisure on the island. Afternoon, hop to Sapi Island. On arrival, barbeque lunch is served nearby the beach. After lunch, relax and enjoy the sun and sea breeze. 1500hrs, boat transfer back to the jetty and return to city hotel.

Includes: Transportation, Entrance Fee to Island, BBQ Lunch and English Speaking Tour Guide
Excludes: Airfare, Video/Camera Fees, Tipping, Travel Insurance and Items that are not stated.
Duration: 07 Hours
Meal (s): Lunch
Note: Water sports are available for rent at the island at own expenses.
Suggested thing to bring: Towel, extra clothes for change, sun tan lotion, swimming attire, sandals and personal toiletries.

]]> http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/manukan-sapi-island-hopping.html#comments KINABALU NATIONAL PARK & PORING HOT SPRING DAY TRIP http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/kinabalu-national-park-poring-hot-spring-day-trip.html http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/kinabalu-national-park-poring-hot-spring-day-trip.html#comments Sat, 26 Apr 2008 08:07:55 +0000 http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/kinabalu-national-park-poring-hot-spring-day-trip.html For those who are not so adventure type but still interested to go to Mount Kinabalu, you can go for our full day kinabalu national park & poring hot spring tour. SAMPLE OF ITINERARY: - 0730hrs Pick up from city hotel in Kota Kinabalu.... For those who are not so adventure type but still interested to go to Mount Kinabalu, you can go for our full day kinabalu national park & poring hot spring tour.

SAMPLE OF ITINERARY: -

0730hrs Pick up from city hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Transfer to Poring Hot Spring in 3 hours drive. On the way, pass by small towns and villages until stop by at Nabalu Fruit Market/Kundasang Market for a break. Then, continue transfer to Poring. Upon arrival, walk through the jungle until reach the hot spring pool. You may choose to take a refreshing dip of the hot sulphur in indoor or outdoor tubs or takes a 45 minutes round trek to the famous Canopy Walkway, 100 to 200 ft. above the forest floor. Lunch will be served at local restaurant. After lunch, proceed to Kinabalu National Park. Upon arrival, enjoy the cool and refreshing air of the park. Then, you will be brought to visit to the Exhibition Hall or Mountain Garden. 1600hrs, depart from the park and retrace journey back to hotel.

Includes: Transportation, Entrance Fees, Lunch and English Speaking Tour Guide
Excludes: Airfare, Video/Camera Fees, Tipping, Travel Insurance and Items that are not stated.
Duration: 10 Hours
Meal (s): Lunch
Notes: 1) Indoor tubs at Poring Hot Spring are chargeable and at own expenses. Outdoor tubs are free of charge.
2) Visit to Mountain Garden and Slide Show are subjected to business hour.
Suggested thing to bring: Towel, extra clothes for change, sun tan lotion, swimming attire, sandals and personal toiletries.

]]> http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/kinabalu-national-park-poring-hot-spring-day-trip.html#comments 3D2N MT. KINABALU CLIMBING http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/3d2n-mt-kinabalu-climbing.html http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/3d2n-mt-kinabalu-climbing.html#comments Sat, 26 Apr 2008 07:55:50 +0000 http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/3d2n-mt-kinabalu-climbing.html You may also wanted to spend the night before the climb at Kinabalu Park's room/lodges or nearby resort/cabin. Then you will get the chances to visit to the nearby attractions such as Poring Hot Spring. SAMPLE OF ITINERARY: - DAY 1 - Pick up... You may also wanted to spend the night before the climb at Kinabalu Park's room/lodges or nearby resort/cabin. Then you will get the chances to visit to the nearby attractions such as Poring Hot Spring.

SAMPLE OF ITINERARY: -

DAY 1 - Pick up from city hotel in Kota Kinabalu/BKI Airport. Starts the 3 hours journey to Poring Hot Spring. On the way, pass by small towns and villages until stop by at Nabalu Fruit Market/Kundasang Market for a break. Upon arrival at Poring Hot Spring, take a refreshing dip of the hot sulphur in indoor or outdoor tubs/take 45 minutes round trek to the famous Canopy Walkway, 100 to 200 ft. above the forest floor. Lunch at local restaurant. Then, transfer to Kinabalu Rose Cabin for check in and free at own leisure. Evening, dinner and overnight at the same cabin.

DAY 2 - Breakfast at the cabin’s restaurant. Check out and transfer to Kinabalu National Park in 5 minutes drive. Upon arrival at Kinabalu National Park, proceed to headquarter and register for the climb. After collect your packed lunch, together with your mountain guide, transfer to Timpohon Gate (Power Station). Start to ascend the mountain at 1,886m a.s.l until reach the mountain rest house (6km/4-5hrs walk). Upon arrival, check in to one of the rest house (heated/non heated dormitory). Dinner is served at Laban Rata Restaurant. Overnight at one of the rest house (heated/non heated dormitory).

DAY 3 - 0230hrs, wake up call and have your own light breakfast. 0300hrs, start to summit to the highest peak of the mountain, Low’s Peak at 4,095.2m a.s.l (2.72km/2-3hrs walk). After witness the magnificent sunrise and took some photo for remembrance, descend back to the rest house. After breakfast at Laban Rata Restaurant, pack up and descend to Timpohon Gate. Transfer to headquarter and collect your certificate of achievement. Lunch is served at Liwagu Restaurant. After lunch, depart from the park and transfer back to your city hotel in Kota Kinabalu.

Includes: 1 night’s stay at Kinabalu Rose Cabin (Standard Twin Room), 1 night's stay at 11,000 ft of Mountain Rest House (Heated/Non Heated Dormitory), Transportation, 07 x Meals, Entrance Fees, Mt. Climbing Permit Fee, Mt. Climbing Insurance, Certificate of Achievement, Mountain Guide and English Speaking Tour Guide

Excludes: Airfare, Video/Camera Fees, Porter Fees, Tipping, Travel Insurance and Items that are not stated.

Duration: 3D2N

Meal (s): 02 Breakfasts, 01 Packed Lunch, 02 Lunches, 02 Dinners

Suggested thing to bring: Suitable walking shoes / warm clothing / wind breaker / long sleeves shirts / change of clothes / drinking water / high energy food (chocolates, nuts, raisins, glucose) / headache tablets / sun block / lip gloss / deep heat lotion / plasters / insect repellent / mosquito oil / binoculars / camera / water proof bag for camera / torchlight / extra socks / towel / gloves / hat mask / tissue paper / toilet roll.

Special Notes: It is recommended that all climbers should have themselves medically checked before attempting any mountain climb. If you have a history of suffering from the following ailments, it is highly recommend that you should refrain from climbing: Hypertension, Diabetes, Palpitation, Arthritis, Heart disease, severe anemia, Peptic ulcers, Epileptic fits, Obesity (overweight), Chronic asthma, Muscular cramps, Hepatitis (jaundice); or any other disease which may hamper the climber

]]> http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/3d2n-mt-kinabalu-climbing.html#comments 2D1N MT. KINABALU CLIMBING http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/2d1n-mt-kinabalu-climbing.html http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/2d1n-mt-kinabalu-climbing.html#comments Sat, 26 Apr 2008 07:54:33 +0000 http://kotakinabaluvacation.bloghi.com/2008/04/26/2d1n-mt-kinabalu-climbing.html Basically you will need at least 2 days 1 night to reach to the top of Mount Kinabalu. Beside keeping yourself fit enough for the climb, you will need to book and confirm your accommodation at 11, 000 feet of Mount Kinabalu Rest House in advance.... Basically you will need at least 2 days 1 night to reach to the top of Mount Kinabalu. Beside keeping yourself fit enough for the climb, you will need to book and confirm your accommodation at 11, 000 feet of Mount Kinabalu Rest House in advance. Some might tooks few months to get the booking confirmed but others may only takes few days. It really depends on your luck whether you can get the beds or not. Due to the limited beds at the heated rest house, most booking can only be confirmed at the non heated rest house. No matter how hard or how long it takes, we will try our very best to get the beds for you (As long as you can wait).

SAMPLE OF ITINERARY: -

DAY 1 - 0730hrs Pick up from city hotel in Kota Kinabalu and proceed to Kinabalu National Park in 2 hours drive. Upon arrival at Kinabalu National Park, proceed to headquarter and register for the climb. After collect your packed lunch, together with your mountain guide, transfer to Timpohon Gate (Power Station). Start to ascend the mountain at 1,886m a.s.l until reach the mountain rest house (6km/4-5hrs walk). Upon arrival, check in to one of the rest house (heated/non heated dormitory). Dinner is served at Laban Rata Restaurant. Overnight at one of the rest house (heated/non heated dormitory)

DAY 2 - 0230hrs, wake up call and have your own light breakfast. 0300hrs, ready to climb to the highest peak of the mountain at 4,095.2m a.s.l (2.72km/2-3hrs walk). After witness the magnificent sunrise and took some photo for remembrance, descend back to your rest house. After breakfast at Laban Rata Restaurant, pack up and descend back to Timpohon Gate. Then, transfer to the park's headquarter and collect your certificate of achievement. Lunch will be served at Liwagu Restaurant. After lunch, retrace journey back to city hotel.

Includes: 1 night's stay at 11,000 ft of Mountain Rest House (Heated/Non Heated Dormitory), Transportation, 04 x Meals, Entrance Fees, Mt. Climbing Permit Fee, Mt. Climbing Insurance, Certificate of Achievement, Mountain Guide and English Speaking Tour Guide

Excludes: Airfare, Video/Camera Fees, Porter Fees, Tipping, Travel Insurance and Items that are not stated.

Duration: 2D1N

Meal (s): 01 Breakfast, 01 Packed Lunch, 01 Lunch, 01 Dinner

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