BAJAU FISHING VILLAGE & NATIVE MARKETDuration: 5 hours tour from 0830 - 1330 hrs Code: BT03 Embark to Tuaran where quaint rural villages nestle amidst rustling paddy fields and burgeoning fruit orchards and plantations, on the fringes of thick, lush jungles. Board a native river boat for a ride that takes you into a Borneo sea gypsy village, where the Bajau community lives, and be amazed by their way of living since two centuries ago. Clusters of native houses built on stilts over water, some with thatch roofs, are connected by a latticework of plank walkways and are home for the Bajau. This Bajau village offer a fascinating insight into a different way of life, unhurried by the pressures of modern civilization. The return journey offers a rickety adventure across a suspension bridge, one which you should not miss and a visit to the local market where village folks sell their produce. Note: Weekly open market at Tamparuli on Wednesdays and at Tuaran on Sundays
KOTA BELUD SUNDAY MARKETDuration: 5 hours tour from 0800 - 1300 hrs Code: BT04 Be treated to one of the most interesting "Tamu" in Sabah, set in Kota Belud, home to the "Cowboys of the East". A weekly event, the Kota Belud "Tamu" is a colourful melting pot of hawkers, vendors, farmers, fishermen and cattle breeders alike. The "Tamu" is as much a place to trade as it is a meeting place for friends and neighbours. You may even glimpse Bajau horsemen in their splendid finery and traditional sword making.
 
KOTA BELUD/RUNGUS LONGHOUSE & TIP OF BORNEO EXPERIENCEDuration: Full day from 0730 - 1800 hrs Code: BT05 Uncover the different faces of Sabah by visiting one of the most interesting "Tamu" in Sabah, set in Kota Belud, home to the "Cowboys of the East". A weekly event, the Kota Belud "Tamu" is a colourful melting pot of hawkers, vendors, farmers, fishermen and cattle breeders alike. You may even glimpse Bajau horsemen in their splendid finery and traditional sword making. Then head north, past vast oil palm and coconut plantations, for a stopover at Gombizou and Sumangkap villages and observe going-making and honey bee farming. Next, visit the longhouse at Bavanggazo village where the Rungus people reside. One of Sabah's many indigenous tribes, the Rungus are mostly farmers and gifted artisans who excel in woven basketry and intricate beadwork. Don's miss the adventure of seeing the most northerly wild tip of Borneo.
  Note: Tamu on Sunday only Includes: Lunch and Entrance Fee
2 DAYS 1 NIGHT KUDAT RUNGUS LONGHOUSEDuration: 2 Days 1 Night Code: BT06
Day 1 KOTA KINABALU-KUDAT (L/D)
Day 2 KUDAT-KOTA KINABALU (B/L) Includes: Transfer, Tour Guide, Meals as specified above, Cultural Dance and accommodation (Basic and Simple)
TAMBUNAN RAFFLESIA & BAMBOO VILLAGEDuration: 8 hours from 0830 - 1630 hrs Code: BT07 Make a rendezvous with nature and culture on a trip that takes you to the Tambunan Rafflesia Centre and Bamboo Village. Start the journey with a ride past idyllic countryside, onwards and up mountainous Crocker Range. Your visit to Rafflesia Centre includes a 2-3 hours nature trek amidst lush sub-Montane vegetation and lowland rainforest and the chance to sight Rafflesia buds or a Rafflesia in full bloom. Stop for lunch and enjoy the fresh mountain air before proceeding to the interior town of Tambunan. On your arrival, explore this quaint bamboo village and learn how to make "Tapai", a sweet, traditional rice wine. Includes: Lunch and Entrance Fee
LOCOMOTIVE EXPERIENCE TO PAPARDuration: 5 hours from 0930 - 1430 hrs (Except Sunday) Code: BT08 This journey begins with a transfer by road to Tanjung Aru Railway Station for a brief tour through a collection of antique engines heads from the British Colonial Era. Board a schedule diesel train on the only railway in Borneo. Pass through rice fields and scattered villages along the coastal plain for a 30 minutes train ride to Papar. Visit the local daily market and stroll around the town shops which is a unique opportunity to experience the rustic charm of this old country town with a step back into history before returning by road. Includes: Lunch and Train Fare Note: The railway is temporary under repair
NORTH BORNEO STEAM TRAINDuration: 4 hours from 0930 - 1330 hrs (Wed & Sat only) Code: BT09 Take a journey back into the colonial days of British North Borneo on board the North Borneo Railway. Enjoy the unique sights and sound of local villages paddy fields, mangrove jungle and pristine coastal beaches as you while away a leisurely day in comfort. Featuring the mid-century British "Vulcan" Steam engine, the North Borneo Railway is the last of a fleet of locomotives that have plied the tracks through Borneo since the 1900s. Includes: Tiffin-styled lunch - a blend of colonial and Continental cuisine, Train Fare Note: Steam Train cease operational temporary due to railway under repair. Will advise once railway is completed.
TENOM TRAIN AND AGRICULTURE PARKDuration: Full day tours from 0630 - 1900 hrs (Tuesday - Saturday only) Code: BT10
The day starts very early in the morning with a drive south to Beaufort town. After Beaufort, we will then ride a one coach railcar / train for an amazing journey, running parallel, along the Padas Gorge to the town of Tenom. As the railcar / train chugs along the track we will be able to admire the view of the Crocker Range on both sides with the mighty Padas River roaring down the valleys. Includes: Lunch, Entrance Fee and Train Fare Note: The Tenom Agriculture Park is closed every Monday (except Public Holidays)
HOUSE OF SKULLSDuration: 4 hours from 0930 - 1330 hrs Code: BT11 Start your tour with a drive passing through rice fields and houses on stilts which indicate the community are farmers and rice fields as their main crop. The Kadazandusun is one of Sabah largest ethnics' population and dominated the land of Sabah. Being fearless and masters of head hunting, one man stand amongst them, Monsopiad. The legends lives and his generation have restored the house that housed his trophies (skulls). Listen to the narrator which will bring you to the time why head hunting was necessary and the reason behind it. Cultural dance, handicraft making are few of the activities conducted during the tour. Guest will have the opportunity to try one of their dances and photo taking with the dance group. Includes: Entrance Fee
GAYANG TRAILSDuration: 5 hours from 0800 - 1300 hrs Code: BT11-A Take a morning drive to Gayang Village, which is one of the sites where one can observe the life style of the Bajau (one of Sabah indigenous ethnic groups) also known as the sea gypsy. Upon reaching the village, light refreshment will be served before embarking the river to see the houses of the Bajau's. You will be able to participate in the crab catching which is one of the activities of the Bajau people and later the traps will be collected after the end of the cruise. Observe the vegetation of the mangrove which provides not only shelter but also protection against any strong winds and tides. Stilt houses can be seen along the river banks and also fish traps which provide the fishermen extra income. Returning back to the jetty, Batik Painting activity is one of the pastime that the people have acquired when they embrace other customs. Try your skills on one of Malaysia's major Cottage industry and maybe you just might be able to bring back your priceless work of art. Transfer back to hotel. Includes: Light refreshment
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Upon arrival at Tenom, a sleepy hollow with rolling plains, plantations and just an easy way of living, you will be driven to Lagud Sebrang, an Agriculture Research Centre. The centre is famous for its Wild Orchid collections, an experience not to be missed. We will walk around the centre to see the numerous tropical plantations from fruits to vegetables to more commercial crops like tobacco, coffee, etc. Lunch will be provided at a local restaurant in Tenom or at the hotel.