Sabah Turer

We had such a wonderful tour with Dan Dan! We were lucky with the weather and even spotted proboscis monkeys right across the river during tea time, followed by more monkeys and crocodiles during the tour. The sunset and Sky Mirror were beautiful, and Dan Dan and his colleague really went the extra mile, even kneeling on the beach to capture the best photos for us! The highlight was definitely the fireflies. Seeing the trees filled with tiny blinking lights in the darkness was truly magical. The pre-tour updates were also clear and helpful. Overall, a very special family experience with great weather, wonderful people and an excellent guide. Thank you, Dan Dan!

Our family and a friend's family, 4 adults and 4 children, signed up for this tour. We were picked up at our hotel at 7:30 AM, followed by a 2.5-hour drive to the Mount Kinabalu viewpoint. The city roads from Kota Kinabalu to Mount Kinabalu were congested, but our guide was flexible and accommodated the children's restroom breaks along the way. After taking many photos at the viewpoint, we headed to Desa Farm. On the way, we made a detour to a local fruit shop. Our tour guide, Jeff, introduced us to fruits we had never seen before, and we bought and ate one or two of each. We were excited by fruits we had never heard of or seen, like apple jelly, avocado cheese, and snake fruit! The avocado cheese tasted like sweet steamed pumpkin, with a texture and flavor unlike any fruit! It was delicious. From there, we went to Desa Farm. Located at an altitude of about 1,500m, it wasn't too hot and was very comfortable! The weather was clear with few clouds, and we took many great photos with the sharp ridges of Mount Kinabalu in the background. Was that a sun halo? Jeff smoothly guided us through recommended activities like soft-serve ice cream and feeding calves and goats. Jeff, who is also a father of four, is knowledgeable about funny TikTok videos, and our children had a blast taking funny videos with him, making it a very satisfying experience. Afterward, we had lunch at a nearby restaurant and then went rafflesia watching. We were worried if we would see any, as they only bloom for 5-7 days a year, but we saw two blooming rafflesias! We also saw buds and withered ones, which was a unique experience only available locally. Nearby, there were also cacao and durian trees! I was surprised to see durians growing on such tall trees. By this point, it was past 3 PM. The children were getting tired, so we decided to change the itinerary and head back. The morning traffic jam was long. On the way back, there was a strange cloud hanging over the summit of Mount Kinabalu. Jeff told us it was a rare sight. The return journey was also a bit congested, but we managed to get back to the hotel around 7 PM. We had originally planned to be back by 5:30 PM, but the road congestion and it being summer vacation season caused delays. I recommend bringing a bit more cash, as there are places at the rafflesia site that don't accept credit cards for insect repellent, and some restaurants for lunch. Thank you, Jeff, for a fun tour! The magnificent scenery and your enjoyable assistance made it a wonderful experience. Highly recommended!

Veldig fin og koselig øyhopping-opplevelse. Båtturen var jevn og luftig, og været var veldig bra den dagen. Både Sapi og Manukan Island hadde veldig fine strender. Turlederen, Nanak, er veldig vennlig og svarte på alle spørsmålene våre, og hjalp også alle med å passe på bagasjen og tingene sine. Bananbåt og snorkling er et must. Klarte å se ganske mange fiskearter, snorkling er begrenset til områdene nær land, men man kan se ganske mye fisk. Solen er veldig sterk, så man må bruke solkrem for å unngå solbrenthet. Tiden var også tilstrekkelig, og turen avsluttet ganske tidlig kl. 15.00.

Veldig fornøyd med turen! Jeg fikk se rafflesia, akkurat som jeg ønsket, og de andre aktivitetene var også bra. Guiden Calvin var veldig hyggelig og ga detaljert informasjon om programmet, og vi følte oss trygge med hans forsiktige kjøring. Jeg hadde forstuet foten og trengte å se en lege, så han anbefalte og kjørte meg til en klinikk. Jeg fikk raskt time hos legen og tatt røntgen, og legen bekreftet at det ikke var brudd, noe som beroliget meg. Kostnadene var også rimelige. Tusen takk igjen for Calvins hjelp. Denne heldagsutflukten hadde mange aktiviteter, og lunsjen var også god. Jeg synes prisen for turen var rimelig.

My friends and I thoroughly enjoyed this day trip; we had a fantastic time! Our guide, Xiao Yang, was incredibly knowledgeable, not only about the plants and insects along the way but also sharing a lot of local culture and history. So, this trip allowed us to appreciate beautiful scenery, learn a great deal, and even discover some recommended local delicacies. We felt very satisfied 🥳 Xiao Yang also adjusted the itinerary based on weather changes, making each attraction more enjoyable. We are truly grateful 😊 Highly recommend!

Veldig fin tur, fikk se mange kuer på Desa Cattle Farm og det fulgte med en gratis liten melkekartong. Spiste et hjertevarmende måltid og var heldige nok til å se rafflesiaen og forskjellige sjeldne orkidéarter i blomst. Mye fin natur fra toppen av fjellet. Turlederen Michael er også veldig kunnskapsrik og lidenskapelig opptatt av de forskjellige plantearter på fjellet, spesielt orkideene. En god og avslappende dagstur, da bussen henter på hotellet og returnerer til byen.

Flott opplevelse å dra til Mataking og Pom Pom Island. Kunne ikke stoppe ved Timba Timba Island på grunn av myndighetsrestriksjoner, men vi stoppet i et område for å snorkle. Guiden var veldig hjelpsom med å ta bilder for oss, vi så mange havskilpadder i går og tropiske fisker med vakre korallrev. Fikk også se en løvefisk. Vi hadde en fantastisk opplevelse som man bare får én gang i livet. Vil anbefale denne turen!

We participated in the company trip with 8 people. We were the only Japanese, and most of the other tourists on Mantanani Island were Chinese. Our guide, Xiao Zhong, was particularly excellent. We were initially concerned because the tour was primarily in Chinese and English, but he used a translation device to explain everything to us. The snorkeling, proboscis monkeys, and fireflies were wonderful. Although we had to wait for over 30 minutes due to a sudden downpour, it was an amazing experience overall.

In a group of about 20-30 people, only two of us were Japanese. Most of the participants were Chinese, and the tour was primarily conducted in Chinese. However, our guide made sure to explain things to us in English whenever necessary and constantly looked out for us. The high-speed cruise ship took a little over an hour to reach the island. It was incredibly fast and quite bumpy! 😂 But because the ship was so fast, we didn't even have time to get seasick, which was a plus, haha. The guides played music on board, making the travel time enjoyable. The island facilities were new and clean. Toilets, shower rooms, and even hair dryers were available, ensuring a comfortable stay. Before snorkeling, there was a safety briefing. For the two of us, a staff member provided a one-on-one explanation, showing us translated safety precautions in Japanese. They also checked repeatedly to ensure we understood everything, and we felt that safety was very well-considered. For snorkeling, the boat took us to two different spots. The ocean was truly beautiful and amazing! 🐠 The guides constantly checked on us, ensuring our safety while also making sure we had a great time. After returning to the island, a luxurious meal of crab, shrimp, and other dishes was prepared, and drinks were available freely 🦀🦐. Afterward, we had free time. We relaxed under a parasol on the beach. When it was time, we boarded the super-fast cruise ship again for the return journey. Since it was an early morning tour, we were quite tired by the time we headed back, but it was a fulfilling day nonetheless. My only regret is that I forgot to give a tip to our kind guide when we left. They were so helpful until the very end. Since about 90% of the participants are Chinese, Japanese participants might feel a little uneasy at first if they join alone. However, there were many guides and staff members who paid very close attention to us Japanese participants, so in the end, we had a wonderful time without any worries. The ocean was beautiful, snorkeling was fun, and the food was luxurious. Above all, the warm support from all the staff left a lasting impression. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who might be hesitant because of the small number of Japanese participants! 🌴🐠✨