Sabah
Well, hello there again! Welcome my second post on how you can get a refund, but this time it's for AirAsia Flights.
The long awaited Bloggertalk X Sabah final post is going to start now!
I'm so sorry for the delay, and I will make up to you guys by telling you that there are something special on this post, make sure to click more 😉
I'm so sorry for the delay, and I will make up to you guys by telling you that there are something special on this post, make sure to click more 😉
Bloggertalk X Sabah is almost come to an end! Personally, it was such a great opportunity to write about Sabah here on my blog. I'm all about sharing and hopefully this post will entertain and help you in some ways. Let's get started!
I'm back with the continuation about Bloggertalk X Sabah trip, and for upcoming travel writeup (jeng jeng jeng). Can't wait to share the adventure with you guys, but before that, let's finished off what I have started shall we?
I'm back with fourth day info and I can't wait to write my next entry for Bloggertalk X Sabah (surprised surprised!). Now let's begin shall we?
STAY AT KEM BINA NEGARA KUNDASANG (BTN)
This is the continuation from last entry, and we actually stayed one night here at BTN and it was so freaking cold. With only RM15 per person, I think you are going to be hype by what I'm going to show you later.
Day 3 and we still have a long way to go. So far how was the last two post? I would love to know your feedback about it. Just leave comment below, or send me an email at aqalili.azizan@gmail.com.
Alright, for this post I recommend you to read until the end, because I'm pretty sure you won't regret it.
Hiking at Bukit Sinisian
Although Sabah is located in Malaysia, but their timezone is few hour early than us at Semenanjung. To be able to catch a breathtaking sunrise, we need to woke up around 4 AM and I can assure you it was worth your time!
Welcome to my second post for Bloggertalk X Sabah!
Thank you for waiting and I'm trying to get everything into a schedule, but it seems like it didn't work that much.
I really want to write a really great content for this blog and I realise it takes time. From choosing a picture, editing, writing, re-edit and so on. I just hope that this second entry will benefit you guys, especially to those who want to visit Sabah soon.
#cuticutiMalaysia
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| Place: Cowboy Town, Tuaran |
What's up everybody! Hope you are doing fine as always.
I'm so excited to write about today post due to so many reason.
It had been a dream of mine to visit Sabah one day, and I can't thank enough to this awesome people (Dhia Vivadea, Adzril and Farah Dafri) that open a window of opportunity to fulfil this dream of mine.
Before I start, if you have encountered Sabah trip entry on this blog, its actually were written by my younger brother. You can read all his THREE post, by clicking here. If everything is running smoothly, I will post about my 1 week trip everyday starting today.
Let me be honest with you, it is my first time meeting with Dhia Vivadea, Adzril and Farah Dafri and I must say I was nervous and excited at the same time because I'm still new on being a blogger and they are my senior in this field.
Sha la la! The third post is coming down today!
DAY 3
We were awake late but still on time for the third day (barely lol). After all groomings had done and had our breakfast at the city centre, by around 10am, we reached Mari-Mari Cultural Village. The location is quite far from the city, it took about 40 minutes to get there.
Definitely, we had an enjoyable time here with Chell (our team guide soon became like our own personal guide ?! haha). Chell is a local Sabahan, he is friendly and utmost hilarious! He explained in detail about the 5 major tribes in Sabah which include Kadazan, Rungus, Lendayuh, Murut and Bajau. Each tribe favors their own culture and foods, how they survive, taboos and et cetera.
Mari-Mari Cultural Village
Expenses : RM90 per person
P/S : Check on their schedule at http://marimariculturalvillage.com/
A male of the Rungus tribe trying to put on fire traditionally using dried tree barks.
Oh yes you must take a bite of every nourishments prepared from each tribe. Some were leveraging, some were mediocre and some were...... no comment. Put you taste buds on the test! My ultimate favorites were the Pandan juice and the tender Sweet Potato dip in sugar made by the Bajau and the Lendayuh tribe respectively.
At the end of the tour, you will be brought under one roof with other visitors to catch up with their traditional dance performance. You even have the opportunity to learn the basic steps of the dance just do not be ashamed when they persuade you.
Lok Kawi Wildlife Park
Expenses : RM10 per person
After spending our time at the cultural village, we moved on to Lok Kawi Wildlife Park which promptly located at the other side of Kota Kinabalu. Hey Proboscis Monkey and Orang Utan, I were very glad to be able to meet you realistically!!!!!
As the sun fading, we decided to have some sort of picnic by the beach. So we drove to Tanjung Aru beach. Watching the sunset by the ocean was a wonderful way to end our day.
Greetings back to all of you readers! I'm back with the sequential days of my trip in Kota Kinabalu!
DAY 2
Oh yes, we did wake up super early at 5.00am and started driving to Kundasang without even munching anything for breakfast. We were internally too excited for this ?!
Kundasang is 92 km drive away from the city of Kota Kinabalu, approximately took an hour and twenty minutes conjoint with Hanafi's driving skills though the road was extremely crooked. (He drives flashly fast!!) We stopped at certain points along the way to admire the view of Mount Kinabalu.
Our first pit stop was the prominent visit to Kundasang Desa Cattle Dairy Farm which made us feel like we were in New Zealand (claimed by other visitors too). The weather was nice and windy. It was fortunate that we came early in the morning cause the sun scorched up at around 9am and tourists presence were little paucity.
We got to see how the workers squinched (is that the term ?! idk) the milk of the cows and the cows are undeniably massive to be compared to me.
Kundasang Desa Cattle Dairy Farm
Expenses : RM5 per person for entrance fee
We moved down from the hill and visited Kundasang War Memorial Park just to flee ourselves from the subsequent tourists coming.
Kundasang War Memorial Park
Expenses : RM2
Next, stopover at the Poring Hot Spring where I warmth my feets to get rejuvenated (Hanafi did not cause he thought the water was too hot but it was not!!). The location was beautiful and refreshing, surrounded by naturally grown rainforest. If you plan to have some leisure time here, you can hike the hill, soak yourself with waterfall or even stroll through the butterfly park.
Poring Hot Spring
Expenses : RM3 per person for entrance fee
Another 30 minutes drive ahead, brought us to the Fish Spa in Kampung Luanti. This feet spa was extremely fun!!!!!! The fishes are so huge and it tickles you.
Fish Spa at Kampung Luanti
Expenses : RM5 per person for entrance fee
On our way back, we visited Kota Kinabalu Park but it was raining so we hold off our plan to hike the hillside of Mount Kinabalu. There is always next time. We dismissed the place and continue about an hour of a journey back to the lowland. The experience was terrifying, the road was slippery (we skidded a few time) and it was full of mist but what an experience!
We paid our last visit at Jambatan Tamparuli on out way back, the most well-known bridge in Sabah. It is just another ordinary bridge in Sabah but it is made famous by the largest indigenous tribe of Sabah, the Kadazandusun. For an unknown clarity, locals introduce it as "Lover's bridge".
Done for the day!
Spread the red carpet people cause Afiq is back from the land below the wind!
Sabah has definitely offered too much exquisite natural beauty. From the moment we landed to the day of my returned to Kuala Lumpur, every scenery was jaw dropping. To those who do not know where Sabah is, let me give a brief introduction.
Sabah is one of the 14 states in Malaysia, located at the Borneo, the third largest island in the world. Famous for its natural beauty, the greenish ambiance offers total tranquility, Sabah is a must visit spot for travelers all over the world.
DAY 1
As a budget traveler, I preferred to travel as light as possible, saving bucks from my pockets and do not fancy extravagant wander. I just brought my backpack and off I went to the airport with Hanafi, a friend of mine together in this journey. Thank you to AirAsia for the cheap fare too!
AirAsia
Return Fare : RM210.12 per person (without insurance)
P/S: I believe you can grab it at a cheaper price than this! Effort man!
Brunch @ Kak Nong Restaurant
Mee Pangsit
P/S : It was appetizing!
Muzium Negeri Sabah
Expenses : RM2 for Malaysian | Free entrance for students
P/S : Utilize your student card anywhere you go!
Our flight was scheduled at 6.45am. 2 hours and 30 minutes later we arrived in Kota Kinabalu. Retrieved our car at the airport and we immediately went to eaaaaat!
Car Rental through Thrifty
Car : Hyundai i10
Expenses : RM483 for a week (RM241.50 per person)
P/S : Pre-book your car for the best rate!
Brunch @ Kak Nong Restaurant
Mee Pangsit
P/S : It was appetizing!
After we had stuffed ourselves, it was time to meet our host here in Kota Kinabalu! We booked our accommodation via Airbnb which saved us a lot of kaching$$. The place was better than expected. We paid for a room but seemingly it wrapped with a package, with the whole house were ours' temporarily.
Airbnb
Host : Nora
Expenses : RM398 for a week (RM199.00 per person)
P/S : Nora was an amiable host! She helped us with our itineraries too!
We laid back to recharge cause we stood eyes for the morning flight. A few hours later, we jumped into our car and start our visit. We did not plan to go anywhere that day, much appreciation went to Mr. Google. With his help, we occupied our day.
Muzium Negeri Sabah
Expenses : RM2 for Malaysian | Free entrance for students
P/S : Utilize your student card anywhere you go!
After an hour spent at the museum, we drove to Atkinson Clock Tower. The road getting there was a bit crooked, be mind that safety is a priority!
I drove further up to the observatory centre to witness a glimpse of the sunset. It was stunning.
As a Malay, we did always plan on where and what should we eat for dinner during the day. Seafood galore is a must for everyone traveling to any parts of Sabah! Cholesterol served on a plate was genuinely prepared for you.
Pasar Malam Filipina
We headed home afterward to get some rest and plan for our days in Kota Kinabalu. Wait for next post coming!
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