Kinabalu Giant Red Leech, the Largest Leech of Borneo
by There are many scary stories about leeches. When people tell these stories, they often “add salt and sugar,” so I do not really believe most …
Climbing Mount Sinsing and Mount Kaingaran: The Heartbroken and Pitcher Plant Mountains
How do middle-aged people travel? Most people my age prefer leisure travel, choosing options like safaris or cruises. But can a 50-year-old guy like me …
Datuk Gong: Malaysia’s Most Misunderstood Guardian Spirit
If you walk around in Sabah, you might notice small shrines outside buildings, under big trees, or near construction sites. Inside sits a smiling old …
Climbing Mount Nungkok, the Child of Kinabalu (via Kg. Tambatuon)
Tucked beside Mount Kinabalu, Mount Nungkok is one of the most striking peaks in Kota Belud. Often referred to as “Anak Kinabalu” (Child of Kinabalu), …
Mount Sayap, the “New” Second Highest Mountain in Malaysia?
Mount Kinabalu is widely known as the highest mountain in Malaysia. Many also recognise Mount Trus Madi (or Trusmadi) as the second highest. Last year …
Horned Frogs of Sabah, Borneo
More than 10 years ago, during a night walk at the foothills of Mount Kinabalu (Sabah, Malaysia), my guide Jimmy suddenly shouted, “Hey! There’s a …