Kundasang

Kundasang, often called the 'New Zealand of Sabah', features sweeping views of Mount Kinabalu. Situated at about 1,900 meters above sea level, the town is famous for the Desa Cattle Dairy Farm, where rolling green pastures and grazing cows create an alpine atmosphere. History buffs can visit the Kundasang War Memorial, a serene garden dedicated to the victims of the Sandakan Death Marches. The town is a two-hour drive from Kota Kinabalu. The best time to visit is during the dry season from February to May, ensuring clear morning views of the mountain peaks. Kundasang is also the vegetable hub of Sabah; a visit to the local market is essential to taste fresh highland produce and strawberries. Its cool temperatures and mist-covered valleys make it a favorite for hikers, photographers, and those seeking a scenic escape.

Nearby cities

Kota Kinabalu

The capital of Sabah state, near Mount Kinabalu.

Sandakan

A city in Sabah, known for its orangutan rehabilitation center.

Tawau

A city in southeastern Sabah, a center for cocoa and palm oil production.

Lahad Datu

A town in Sabah, a center for the palm oil industry.

Tanjung Aru

A famous beach in Kota Kinabalu, renowned for its spectacular sunsets and soft white sand.

Semporna

The gateway to world-renowned diving sites and home to the Sea Gypsies (Bajau Laut).

Menggatal

A suburb of Kota Kinabalu in Sabah, combining tradition with modern education and coastal proximity.

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Bangau

A picturesque village in northern Sabah, near the 'Tip of Borneo', featuring stunning beaches.

Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park

A group of five idyllic islands just off Kota Kinabalu, ideal for water sports and relaxation.

Mabul Island

A paradise for macro divers and a picturesque fishing village off the coast of Sabah.

History & landmarks

Sipadan Island

Malaysia's only oceanic island, rising from an extinct volcanic cone.

Nature

Papar Coast

A coastal region in Sabah, known for its long sandy beaches and sunsets over the South China Sea.

Kinabatangan River

The second longest river in Malaysia, its banks showcasing one of the richest concentrations of wildlife in Southeast Asia.

More places

Kinabalu Park

Malaysia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to an immense biological diversity of plants from the Himalayas, China, and Australia.

Mount Kinabalu

The highest mountain in Malaysia and the Malay Archipelago.

Kinabalu Park

Another UNESCO World Heritage site, surrounding Mount Kinabalu, Malaysia's highest mountain, and featuring exceptional botanical diversity.

Mamut Copper Mine

A former large open-pit copper mine in Sabah, near Kinabalu National Park.

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Mount Trusmadi

The second highest mountain in Malaysia after Mount Kinabalu, known for its rich and unique flora, including endemic pitcher plant species.

Tambunan Valley

A fertile valley surrounded by the Crocker Range, considered one of the most beautiful valleys in Sabah.

Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park

A marine park of five islands off the coast of Kota Kinabalu, offering popular beaches and diving spots.

Danum Valley Conservation Area

A relatively undisturbed lowland dipterocarp forest area in Sabah, considered one of the best protected rainforest areas in the world.