Sabah Emergency Carelines
Planning a trip to Sabah? Keep this essential emergency careline information handy to ensure a safe and enjoyable adventure in the Land Below the Wind! General Guidelines Sabah Tourism Board Contact Details The Sabah Tourism Board’s Tourist Information Centre is here to assist with any tourism-related emergencies or issues you may encounter during your travels.…
Tun Mustapha Park
Back in March 2003, Tun Mustapha Park (TMP) earned Cabinet approval under the Parks Enactment 1984. Its formal establishment on May 19, 2016, marked a crucial step in protecting globally significant marine ecosystems facing the threat of overexploitation. Encompassing a vast marine expanse of 898,762.76 hectares across Kudat, Kota Marudu, and Pitas districts, TMP stands…
Pulau Tiga Park
North of Kuala Penyu, across the swampy Klias Peninsula, lies a group of islands boasting coral reefs and sandy beaches. Gazetted in 1978, Pulau Tiga Park was originally designated a forest reserve in 1933. It spans 158 square kilometers and consists of three small islands – Pulau Tiga, Pulau Kalampunian Besar, and Pulau Kalampunian Damit…
Tun Sakaran Marine Park
Tun Sakaran Marine Park (TSMP) is located at the entrance to Darvel Bay, off the East coast of Sabah near Semporna. It’s about a 45-minute speedboat ride from the town’s jetty. Named after the then Head of State of Sabah, Tun Sakaran Dandai, it became Sabah’s seventh park in July 2004. As the largest Marine…
Turtle Islands Park
Designated a marine park in 1977, the Turtle Islands Park encompasses three picturesque islands: Selingan, Gulisan, and Bakungan Kechil. Spanning an expansive 1,740 hectares, inclusive of the surrounding reefs and seas, the park stands as a sanctuary for the remarkable Greens and Hawksbill turtle species, which grace its shores year-round to lay their precious eggs…
Sipadan Island Park
Sipadan is Malaysia’s sole oceanic island, rising 600 meters (2,000 ft) from the seabed, formed by living corals atop a volcanic cone. Situated in the Celebes Sea just off the east coast of Malaysian Borneo, close to Indonesia and the Philippines, it stands as the center of one of the world’s richest marine habitats. This…
Tunku Abdul Rahman Park
Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, located 3 kilometers offshore from Kota Kinabalu in Gaya Bay, is Sabah’s second national park, gazetted in 1974. Spanning 50 sq kilometers, it includes five islands, their surrounding reefs, and sea. Named after Malaysia’s first Prime Minister, Tunku Abdul Rahman, its primary goal is to safeguard the fauna, flora, and marine…
Tawau Hills Park
Tawau Hills Park, 24 km northwest of Tawau, safeguards water for Tawau Town and the Semporna Peninsula. Spanning 27,972 hectares, it’s the origin of 7 major rivers, with the Tawau River forming deepwater pools and waterfalls, including Table Waterfall. The park is surrounded by oil palm, rubber, and cocoa plantations, with hilly terrain showcasing Gunung…
Crocker Range Park
Situated on the west coast of Sabah, Crocker Range Park spans approximately 75km in length and 15km in width, running along a northeast-southwest axis. It holds the distinction of being the largest terrestrial park in the state, covering an expansive area of 139,919 hectares, roughly double the size of Singapore. The main station, substations, and…
Kinabalu National Park
Kinabalu National Park, recently declared as The Kinabalu UNESCO Global Geopark, was established in 1964. Led by Prof. Corner, the expedition laid the foundation for this protected area, marking it as the first national park in Sabah, Malaysian Borneo. At its core is Mount Kinabalu (4,095.2 m), the highest peak between the Himalayas and New Guinea.…
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