Co dělat ve městě Tuaran

Přihlásili jsme se jako 4 dospělí a 4 děti s naší rodinou a rodinou přátel. Vyzvedli nás v hotelu v 7:30 ráno a odtud jsme jeli 2,5 hodiny na vyhlídku na horu Kinabalu. Cesta z centra Kota Kinabalu k hoře Kinabalu byla ucpaná, ale flexibilně nám vyšli vstříc s přestávkami na toaletu pro děti. Na vyhlídce jsme pořídili spoustu fotek a odtud jsme se vydali na farmu Desa 🐮. Cestou jsme se zastavili v místním obchodě s ovocem. Náš průvodce Jeff nám představil ovoce, které jsme nikdy předtím neviděli, a koupili jsme si po jednom nebo dvou kusech, abychom je ochutnali 🥭. Byli jsme nadšeni z ovoce, o kterém jsme nikdy neslyšeli ani ho neviděli, jako je jablečné želé, avokádový sýr a hadí ovoce 😆. Avokádový sýr chutnal jako sladká dušená dýně, s texturou a chutí, která se nepodobala ovoci! Bylo to vynikající 😋. Odtud jsme se vydali na farmu Desa. Protože se nachází ve vysoké nadmořské výšce asi 1 500 m, nebylo příliš horko a bylo to příjemné! Bylo jasno a málo mraků, takže jsme pořídili spoustu krásných fotek s ostrými hřebeny hory Kinabalu v pozadí. Objevilo se i sluneční halo ☀️. Jeff nám hladce ukázal doporučené aktivity, jako je zmrzlina a krmení telat a koz. Jeff, který je také otcem čtyř dětí, je dobře obeznámen se zábavnými videi na TikToku a děti si to užily, když jsme natáčeli zábavná videa jako rodina, a byli jsme velmi spokojeni 😁. Poté jsme poobědvali v nedaleké restauraci a vydali se na pozorování raflézie 🌺. Obávali jsme se, zda ji uvidíme, protože kvete jen 5 až 7 dní v roce, ale viděli jsme dvě kvetoucí raflézie ✌️. Byly tam i pupeny a uschlé květy, takže jsme zažili něco, co lze vidět jen tam 👌. V blízkosti byly také kakaovníky a durianovníky! Duriany rostou na tak vysokých stromech, to je úžasné 😳. To bylo po 15:00. Děti už byly unavené, takže jsme se rozhodli změnit itinerář a vrátit se domů. Ranní zácpa byla dlouhá 💦. Na zpáteční cestě se na vrcholu hory Kinabalu vznášel podivný mrak. Jeff nám řekl, že je to vzácné 👌. Cesta zpět byla také trochu ucpaná, ale nějak jsme se vrátili do hotelu kolem 19:00. Měli jsme se vrátit v 17:30, ale cesta byla ucpaná kvůli dopravě a letním prázdninám. Doporučuji vzít si s sebou trochu více hotovosti, protože na místě s raflézií je potřeba repelent proti hmyzu a v některých restauracích na oběd nelze platit kreditní kartou. Jeffe, děkujeme za zábavnou prohlídku‼️ Bylo to velmi příjemné s nádhernými scenériemi a zábavným doprovodem. Doporučuji 👌

The itinerary was very well organized, allowing us to visit several spots in one trip. The duration at each stop was just right, so it never felt rushed. Our first stop was the observation deck, where there were many fruit vendors nearby selling fresh and delicious fruits! The best part was realizing later in the city that the fruit here was actually the cheapest! The farm was also a lot of fun; for 20 Malaysian Ringgit, you could feed milk and forage to the animals, and the yogurt and milk ice cream were amazing! The fish spa was very entertaining, and the tour guide taught us feeding techniques. It was a bit scary at first. Lunch was better than expected, featuring vegetables, meat, and fruit. The tour included a complimentary ATV experience, allowing us to ride through the wilderness. We were very lucky to see a Rafflesia flower this time; although it had been blooming for five days and was starting to turn dark, there was still an unopened bud right next to it. On the way back, we had roasted wild boar and pulled tea. The roasted wild boar is highly recommended! The two of us shared a portion and were left wanting more. Overall, the value for money is extremely high, and I highly recommend it!

We had a wonderful trip. We were so lucky to be the only participants so we ended up with a private tour. Our guide was helpful when getting in and out if the kajak and he also told us about the area along the way. Our driver Tam was also very talkative. He had a history lesson with my boyfriend the entire drive back to our hotel which was really funny. I would really recommend this trip if you want a beautiful sunset and a more active tour.

It was a wonderful experience especially for my 4 year old grandson. Gliding through the river in total darkness, seeing the trees illuminated by dozens of blinking lights and feeling the fragile fireflies in our hands - is something that we will not be able to forget for a long time. We were also able to take awesome photos during the sunset photo taking stop over. The boat crew were very attentive and provided us with information about not only the fireflies and wildlife but also life of the locals in the vicinity. It’s the perfect way to spend an evening in nature's embrace with the people you love.

I don't know why the other guests didn't show up, so my partner and I had a car and a boat all to ourselves. After arriving, we first went to the meeting point to eat our fill. After eating, we set off to the pier for some whitewater rafting. I had already told the instructor that I don't know how to swim, so at first I was very scared, but by the middle of the trip, I found it very exciting and safe. The instructor was really great, and also witty and humorous. Although he had an accent, communication was absolutely no problem. There was also a photographer at several stops who took pictures for us. The package included lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner. Although it wasn't incredibly delicious or lavish, it was still very satisfying. Additionally, the guide took us to an uninhabited island and took some incredibly beautiful photos of us, which was absolutely astonishing. Finally, the guide worked hard to attract fireflies, and we had a magical evening, although it was difficult to capture the fireflies with a phone camera. Seeing them with our own eyes was also wonderful, and it was a fulfilling day.

Well organised. My family enjoyed the whole experience. Basic clean facilities. Lunch was nice at the end of the acivity.

Overall the rafting and cultural village tour was a great experience. The water level was a bit low but it was still fun and suitable for beginners. Our guide Jeff gave detailed explanations and is very helpful. Got to try different food and snacks from the native culture. Highly recommend

A delightful little place to visit, it’s well-kept and plenty of photo opp although photography is not allowed inside (it’s okay). The souvenir shop is nice too.