Sabah Tourism Board

51 Gaya Street, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88000
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Think Multi-faceted Think Inventive Think Corporate Think Exciting ...THINK SABAH! Its natural allure teamed with exotic cultures and complemented with world-class convention center and resorts make Sabah Malaysia Borneo a winning combination when it comes to choosing a destination for meetings, incentives, conference and exhibitions. With its wide range of attractions world-class facilities, it's easy to see why Sabah is fast becoming one of the top venues for international and corporate functions. Newly built Sabah International Convention Center and wide variety of hotels and resorts within the Kinabalu City, provides world-class facilities and professional services WHY SABAH? - Exotic natural history of Wild Man of the jungle, prehistoric rainforests, fearsome headhunters and sacred rituals - Get creative with team building activities treating your delegates to an excellent range of adventures activities - Value as a competitive destination in terms of price - The rich cultural heritage and warm hospitality of its friendly people

Venue Details

Hotels675
Convention center153,197 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms-
Guest rooms at 1 hotel45
Special event venues15
Average room rateMYR 500.00
Occupancy rate80%
Restaurants1,009
Daily food costMYR 150.00
Tax rate10%
Venue typeCVB
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Getting Here

Distance from Kota Kinabalu International Airport airport 5.592 mi

Location

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Sabah Tourism Board Building

Sabah Tourism Board Building

Historical landmark
Located at 51 Gaya Street, this building is one of the three buildings still standing after the allied bombing at the end of World War II. Constructed in 1916 (and completed in 1918) to house the Printing Office, and later the Treasury, Audit Office, a bank and the Post Office, this more than a 100-year-old building is currently the office of Sabah Tourism Board (STB) and serves as a Tourist Information Centre. A “0 KM” plaque was installed on the floors outside of the building to mark the place as the starting point to all places in the state, as the building once served as a post office.
51, Gaya Street
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, MY 88000
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Gaya Street Sunday Market

Gaya Street Sunday Market

Shopping
Every Sunday morning, the whole stretch of Gaya Street is closed off to traffic to make way for the street fair. A must visit market while in KK, you will be fascinated by the various items and goods sold at this fair. From arts and crafts, batik sarongs, footwear, fruits and flowers, local snacks and cakes, antiques and souvenirs, to even pets and herbs, this is the best place to experience the culture and lifestyle of Sabahans. The street fair starts as early as 6.00am and ends at 1.00pm.
Gaya Street
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, MY 88000
Sabah State Museum

Sabah State Museum

Museum
For an ideal introduction to the history of Sabah and its people, the Sabah State Museum is the place to visit. Learn more about the history of head hunters, Sabah during the Japanese occupation, traditional costumes, and artifacts including the many different ethnic groups of Sabah in this museum. The museum compound consists of several buildings including the Science & Education Centre, and a heritage village.
Jalan Muzium
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, MY 88300
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Tanjung Aru Beach

Tanjung Aru Beach

Recreation
One of the best locations in KK to enjoy Sabah’s amazing sunset is at Tanjung Aru Beach, just 10 minutes away from the city center. Popular activities to do at the beach are kite flying, picnics, running, team building or just enjoying snacks sold at small food stalls while watching the sunset. The Tanjung Aru beach is also home to Shangri-la’s Tanjung Aru Resort, the Kinabalu Golf Club and the Kinabalu Yacht Club. The beautiful Sabah State Library as well as Perdana Park are nearby places for visits while in Tanjung Aru.
Tanjung Aru
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, MY 88100
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Tunku Abdul Rahman Park

Tunku Abdul Rahman Park

Park
15 mins
Vacationing activities in Kota Kinabalu can start as early as you land. The Tunku Abdul Rahman Park (TARP) is a group of five islands namely Sapi, Gaya, Manukan, Sulug and Mamutik Islands, each located within minutes of each other. A 250m zipline from Gaya to Sapi using the Coral Flyer could be your first taste of adventure here.
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Kadaiku

Kadaiku

Shopping
Looking for unique and authentic local Sabah products? Swing by to Kadaiku, located at Sinsuran, just across the handicraft market. Kadaiku which in the local dialect means “my shop”, offers an extensive collection of authentic, unique, functional and innovative handmade products from the local communities all around Sabah. Kadaiku also creates customised gifts and hampers upon request.
Lot 5, Ground Floor
Block L, Sinsuran Complex
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, MY 88000
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Sabah Art Gallery

Sabah Art Gallery

The Sabah Art Gallery is the first ‘Green’ building in Sabah and Borneo with silver accreditation by the Green Building Index Accreditation Panel in 2012. With its unique ‘basket’ shaped building and decorative cultural motif panels of the indigenous people of Sabah, the art gallery has featured more than 3000 paintings, carvings and sculptures, showcasing new artists, new themes as well as new approaches in art.
14 Jalan Shantung
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, MY 88300
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Zip Borneo

Zip Borneo

Looking for a bit of adventure? Then head on to Kiulu, just 15 minutes away from Tamparuli town, to Borneo’s biggest zipline and whizz your way across Kiulu river! Other activities at Zip Borneo include wall climbing, high ropes challenge, abseiling as well as jungle trekking. Visitors have the option to choose from just going for the zipline, to taking zip combo packages and for a fun thrilled adventure, the Ultimate Zip Borneo package would be the right choice. Borneo Jungle Adventure is also another great package which includes the five activities (zipline, wall climbing, high ropes, abseiling and jungle trekking) offered by Zip Borneo.
Kiulu, MY
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Kinabalu Park

Kinabalu Park

Park
2 hrs
Kinabalu Park is Malaysia's first World Heritage Site. Also the Centre of Plant Diversity for southeast Asia, the park boasts more than 5,000 vascular plant species and has no shortage of fauna as well, being home to some 90 lowland mammal species and many others. The main attraction at the Park is none other than the majestic Mount Kinabalu, one of the highest mountains in South East Asia standing at 4095.2 meters. Apart from traditional mountain climbing, visitors can also experience the Mountain Torq, the world’s highest and Asia’s first Via Ferrata or ‘iron road’ at 3,200m to 3,800m above sea level.
Kundasang, Ranau, MY
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Kiulu white water rafting

Kiulu white water rafting

Kiulu river is popular among the locals for white water rafting. Covering up to 15km and depending on water level, the river is graded as class I to II. Suitable for those seeking for a moderate adventure with the family, the session usually takes 1 ½ hours to 2 hours to finish. Visitors interested to go for white water rafting in Kiulu can contact any local tour agents.
Kiulu, MY
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Poring Hot Springs

Poring Hot Springs

Poring Hot Springs, a tropical retreat that caters to everyone, where visitors can spend the entire day relaxing in a hot sulphur bath to remove bodily tension or splash into the nearby pool. Nature lovers can explore the surroundings by trekking through lowland forests, mountain streams and waterfalls or visit the tropical gardens, butterfly farm and orchid conservation centre. Lucky trekkers might even catch a rare glimpse of the world’s largest flower, the Rafflesia. A must while you are here is to conquer the 41m-high canopy walk which is one of the main highlights!
Ranau, MY
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Kundasang War Memorial

Kundasang War Memorial

Park
A must visit while in Kundasang is the Kundasang War Memorial. This was one of the first memorials to commemorate the brave Australian and British Prisoners of War who died in Sandakan and the infamous death marches to Ranau during World War II. Established in 1962, the memorial also remembers the people of North Borneo who risked their lives to help the POWs. Consist of four beautiful gardens – the Australian Garden, the English Garden, the Borneo Garden and the Contemplation Garden and Pool – to represent the different nationalities.
Jalan Kundasang Kauluan
Kundasang Ranau, MY 89300
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Tamu Besar Kota Belud

Tamu Besar Kota Belud

Tamu Besar is the biggest two-day open-air market organised annually in October at Siatai Village and is also known as the mother of all ‘Tamus’. During this event, vendors set up their stalls and sell from fresh produce, handicrafts, traditional items, and many more, ensuring only the very best of Tamu Kota Belud. The highlight of this event is the display of horse riding skills by the Bajaus, also known as the Cowboys of the East.
Kota Belud, MY
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Kadamaian River

Kadamaian River

Enjoy a scenic mountain view while going on a 10km water rafting on the white river in Kadamaian, Kota Belud. The water rafting activity is suitable for beginners to experienced rafters and is rated at level I-II, whereby the water rafting is moderately adventurous yet still relaxing, suitable for families. In the evening, visitors can also raft to Kawa-Kawa where they can see the proboscis monkeys in their natural habitat.
Mantanani Island

Mantanani Island

Mantanani Island comprises of 3 islands; Big Mantanani Island, Small Mantanani Island, and Lingisan Island. An hour drive from Kota Kinabalu will bring you to the proclaimed Diver’s Paradise where you’ll be greeted with white sandy beaches and crystal blue waters. The underwater life in Mantanani Island is full of diverse marine life that is visible up to 40 metres. Exciting activities await such as scuba diving courses, kayaking, bird watching, sunset cruise, and night walks. Accommodation are also available on the island.
Kota Belud Sabah, MY 89150
Tip of Borneo

Tip of Borneo

Tip Of Borneo is located in the northernmost point of Borneo, where the South China Sea meets the Sulu Sea. People from all over come here for leisure trips and it is also famous for its picturesque location, perfect for pre-wedding or any sort of photoshoots. At night time, Tip of Borneo transforms into a stargazing platform where stargazers and astrophotographers alike come together to watch the magical skies. The place is also known as one of the best spots for Astro tourism here in Sabah.
Kinabatangan River

Kinabatangan River

Kinabatangan river sustains one of the world’s richest ecosystems. Other than being home to Borneo’s indigenous orang utan and proboscis monkey, the surrounding forest is also one of only two known places in the world where 10 species of primates are found. All the eight species of hornbill found in Borneo make this area their home. A trip up the river at dawn or dusk is the best opportunity to see the wildlife. You might even sight an Asian elephant wandering through the trees.
Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre

Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre

A well-established rehabilitation centre for rescued orphaned orangutans located in Sepilok, approximately 40 minutes away from Sandakan Town, offers a natural home to the orangutans. Just like a human baby, the orphaned young orangutan (which would normally live with its mother for 5-6 years) needs to be taught how to cope in the wild, while its health is carefully monitored during rehabilitation. Visitors to Sepilok are able to witness the feeding sessions at 10 am and 3 pm from a platform and viewing gallery reached via a boardwalk through the lush forest, and later learn even more in the information centre.
Sepilok, Sandakan, MY
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Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre

Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre

Visit the world’s smallest Sun Bear at the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Center at Sepilok, Sandakan, adjacent to Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre. The centre opened in 2014 and aims to increase public awareness and release back into the forest individuals which can be rehabilitated or are still “wild”. To date, there are about 43 rescued ex-captive sun bears residing at the centre. The centre is equipped with key facilities including an observation platform, boardwalk and a visitor centre.
Sandakan, MY 90000
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Rainforest Discovery Centre

Rainforest Discovery Centre

Not too far from the Orang Utan rehabilitation centre is the Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC), an environmental education centre. The RDC is one of the most accessible rainforests in Sabah with a primary function to create public awareness and appreciation of the importance of conservation and sustainable use of forest resources.
Jalan Fabia, Sepilok
Sandakan, Sabah, MY 90715
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Sabah International Convention CentreSICC is the latest addition to MICE venues in Malaysia and the largest in Borneo, an iconic 6-hectare multi-functional venue strategically located in Kota Kinabalu city.
Exhibit Space55,972 sq. ft.
Total meeting space148,541 sq. ft.

Sabah Tourism Board Frequently Asked Questions

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Sabah Tourism Board's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
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Does Sabah Tourism Board have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
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Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Sabah Tourism Board and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
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If applicable, could you please provide a link to Sabah Tourism Board's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
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Health and Safety

Were practices at Sabah Tourism Board developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
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Does Sabah Tourism Board clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
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