Gunung Alab (Mount Alab), a Secret Highland Park in the Mist
by To escape the recent heatwaves, many head to higher ground. While the road to the famous Kinabalu Park is often congested during the peak season, …
How to get to the islands near Kota Kinabalu? (Updated: March 2026)
Kota Kinabalu City (KK) is the gateway to Sabah. Some of our islands are only 15 minutes away from KK by boat. In KK, there …
Kinabalu Giant Red Leech, the Largest Leech of Borneo
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), …