Tuaran Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)

Shangri-La that never disappoint you🥇

#hotelreview Other than Shangri-La Tanjung Aru and Spa that located near to the city of Kota Kinabalu, do you know there’s another 1 resort under the same group located in Tuaran which is 1 hour driving distance away? Yessss, this is Rasa Ria Resort and Spa!!!! If you are looking for a private resort and private beach for guests only, not planning to go out at all (chill at the resort) then I will high recommend Rasa Ria over Tanjung Aru Resort to you !!! Departing from KK, complimentary shuttle bus will be provided by this resort (to from Jesselton Mall and Imago Shopping mall). Just remember to reserve a seat in advanced and be there on time to get the bus driver to pick you up!! Alternatively, if you do not like to follow the fix schedule, grab will be 1 of the option for you to go there. Recommended activity: 1. Summit breakfast - hike to the top of the reserved forest the early morning to enjoy the sunrise while having breakfast (reservation needed) Average rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

🥡 Dine & Wine at The Eighth

#wecreate 📍 Location: The Eighth is a restaurant that serves authentic Chinese dishes in Shangri-La Rasa Ria Resort. The Chinese food here is very palatable and seasoning is on point. ⭐ My favourite dishes: 1. Wok Fried Vegetables with Mushroom served in Yam Ring (MYR 58) - yam was so soft, outside crust crispy, very nicely done! 2. Crispy Chicken with Mangoes (MYR 58) 3. Paku Salad with Black Fungus (MYR 38) 4. Double Boiled Fish Maw Coconut Chicken Soup (MYR 38) 👍 Rating: 10/10! Overall it was a nice dining experience in The Eighth. The dishes served were superior and you can taste the quality out of every bite. The chefs are nice enough to accomodate some dishes for vegans & people with seafood allergies in our group too. If you ever visit the Shangri-La Rasa Ria resort, it's is totally worth it to dine at The Eighth. #deliciousfood #foodie #sabah

🥳 Birthday Celebration at Shangri-la Rasa Ria

📍 Location: Garden Wing, Ocean View Room Shangri-la Rasa Ria Resort & Spa, Pantai Dalit Tuaran, 89208 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah ⭐ Highlights: - Delicious Breakfast for 2 - Free shuttle to Imago and Suria Sabah - Free canoe watersports - Welcome Snack, Tea & Coffee 😍 Facilities: - Gym - Swimming Pool - Kids Pool with slide - Adventure Point - Games Area 🍴Restaurants: - Coffee Terrace (Buffet) - Tepi Laut (Yummy poolside snacks) - The Eighth (Chinese Cuisine) - Sampan Bar (Evening Beachside Drinks) - Kozan Teppanyaki (Japanese Cuisine) - Oceano Modern Grill (Western Seafood & Grill) 💲Price per Room: RM540 👍 Rating: 10/10 📸 View from Room 527. #kotakinabalu #shangrilarasaria #birthday #本地遊 #summervacation

Shang Ri La Rasa Ria Kota Kinabalu

Spend 3 days and 2 nights in this resort in January 2022. I had a fantastic experience during my stay. Spacious, Well kept and maintained room. The service was outstanding, helpfu, friendly and welcoming. fascinating views from our balcony, with fresh and lively sea breeze. The breakfast was extensive,wide varieties and delicious too. Huge swimming pool and had so much fun swimming. Definitely will repeat the stay

🌳 Superb Nature Walk at Rasa Ria Reserve

#wecreate 📍 Location: Rasa Ria Nature Reserve is a 64-acre tropical jungle nestled at the foot of Sabah's iconic Mount Kinabalu. ⭐ Highlights: - Stand on the raised wooden deck of the Rasa Ria Lookout, an easy half-hour hike from the hotel. - Marvel at the sun rising from behind the unmistakable silhouette of Mount Kinabalu, painting the sky in shades of orange and pink. - Trek through treetops and cross a canopy walkway with the company of a professional ranger - Discover & learn about the rich flora and fauna at this reserve. If lucky ,you can spot animals like macaque monkeys, hornbills, and even green tree snakes! 💲 Price: MYR 65. 👍 Rating: 10/10! You would absolutely love this! #rasariareserve #shangrila #kotakinabalu #borneo

Its relaxing to stay here, clean room, forest surronding where qe stay. Its exiting to stay here if u love sunset view. Clean and beautiful Beach. Also, for kids will love here. Swimming pool are clean for kids, playground and some activities games. Its good to have bonding time with family with relaxing mind and happy gathering. Getting There - easy to find #staycation Attractions - good breakfast, nice swimming pool Hotels - clean Food & Restaurants - good Shopping - ok

🌿 Hidden Canopy Walkway with Ocean Views

#cherryblossom2024 #awesomepic #couplestrip #sabah #beach #rainforest #treehouse Enjoy a panaromic view from this hidden canopy walkway in Rasa Ria Reserve, Kota Kinabalu. It's a nice 30 minutes hike up to the top of the rainforest viewpoint.

Rasa Ria Shangri-La

The hotel is clean and staff are friendly and helpful. There are many activities that you can join in. We joined kayaking & river cruise to see firefly. The activities are well arranged and guide are all experienced. The beach is clean and nice. You can enjoy the sunset view at beach. Shuttle bus service provided and we drop by shopping centres at Kota Kinabalu before we reach airport.

GOOD PLACE TO RELAX

⛳️ Kiulu, Sabah Love the vibes we experienced here. 1. We enjoy the camping stuff. Comfortable. Very spacious. Provided with: Slepping bag, foldable camping bed. 2. We enjoy the rafting activity as well. Level 1-2. Not that extreme but good starter for amateur rafter. 3. Facilities are great too. Everything are provided here. The toilet clean!

Kiulu White River Rafting - Kiulu, BKI

We went for the Kiulu river (Grade I-II) white water rafting, had a really good experience even though all of us were first time rafters. The guide Jeff and Lilo were very friendly and professional, the ride itself was quite relaxed for the most part as we ride with the river flow while rafting through a few rapids. Lunch was included in the package, and it was cooked fresh at the beautiful Riverbug base camp at the end of the river. It was simple but delicious, and vegetarian options were available as well. Shower facilities available at the base camp. Upon request, they have van transfer service available to and fro your place of stay and the rafting location (subjected to availability). You can drive yourself there as well, but the road condition is similar if not worse than the road to Kundasang. Besides rafting, other activities such as camping, small flying fox across the river and back, etc are also available at the base camp, though we did not participate in them. #tripblazers #awesomepic #rafting

Kiulu White Water River Rafting

#winhkflight Kiulu white water river rafting is an exciting adventure activity in Sabah, Malaysia. It takes place on the Kiulu River, known for its gentle rapids and beautiful scenery. During the rafting trip, participants navigate through the river's twists and turns, splashing through small waves and enjoying the lush green surroundings. The activity is suitable for beginners and families, as the rapids are mostly mild, making it a fun and safe experience for everyone. Experienced guides lead the rafting trips, ensuring everyone's safety and providing interesting information about the area. Overall, Kiulu white water river rafting offers a memorable outdoor adventure amidst stunning natural landscapes. #waterrafting I want to travel to Hong Kong to try adventure activities.

Camping Trip at RiverBug Kiulu

Went for adventure trip with husband at RiverBug Kiulu. The camp has large area. The camp suitable for large scale campers. The facility is super duper amazing. Toilet is very clean, got staff on ground 24/7. The cafe decoration is very nice. Got lots of selfie attraction. #camping #sabah #Kiulu

Tamparuli Suspension Bridge

One of the main tourist attractions in tamparuli. The view from the bridge is nice as usual can see the views of the river. There is new mural at bottom and the pillar which make this place great to take pictures. Don't forget to sto by at there volunteers booth at one end of the bridge they will give you a brief history lesson about the place and perform a jambatan tamparuli musicaldance for you. #sabah #mytripvlog

Jambatan Tamparuli

The bridge is for pedestrian uses only and the lower bridge meant for vehicles but with a single lane only. Although the road sign boards signifies the bridge as a tourist destination, not much is mentioned of it on the state's tourism website except describing it as the famous Jambatan Tamparuli from which one can continue uphill to Kiulu for the White Water Rafting activity upriver. If you happen to be on your way to Kinabalu Park, just drop by since it just a short distance from the main road. It's enough to end your curiosity at the same time visiting Tamparuli town. #tamparulisuspensionbridge #sabah #malaysia

Gateway to Mount Kinabalu

Tamparuli suspension bridge near pekan Tamparuli which inspires the popular folk song Jambatan Tamparuli. A quaint countryside town which a good stop for lunch. Little to see in this town but the serenity will captivate you. There is kadazan folklore music group at the start of the bridge that perform the famous semazau dance.

TAMPARULI BRIDGE HISTORY

⛳️ Tamparuli Bridge, Sabah. During the British’s Rule in Malaysia Period: 1930 - Tamparuli’s Bridge was built in this year, but the bridge keep caved in because of the strong current of water. The function of this bridge are to connect the road from Tamparuli to Jesselton, which known as Kota Kinabalu nowadays. 1933 - During their rule, there was a British’s man, named Robinson who took over the bridge contruction. This man unfortunately fell in love with the most prettiest Dusun’s woman, named Solungkoi. They love each other. Robinson’s friend, named Intang have a same feeling toward Solungkoi, but she doesn’t love him. One day, Robinson ask for Intang’s idea on ​​how to build the bridge so it doesn't collapse. During that time, people are still believe in animism, where Intang met one of the powerful spiritual person called as Odu-odu for help. Odu-odu told him that, there was a water spirit called as Tobuakar in there, that make the bridge keep collapsed, and the only way to stop it was, to sacrifice a beautiful woman. Because of the disappointment, Intang told Robinson about that, and ask him to sacrifice Solungkoi. Robinson believe him and betray Solungkoi. Solungkui mad of the betrayal and cursed, “This bridge will still collapse untill your (Robinson) blood is not been sacrificed.” Robinson feel guilty of his action, and commit suicide. And, now the bridge still firm even though there’s flood. #tripblazers #tamparuli #sabah #history

UPSIDE DOWN HOUSE

One of the tourist attractions in sabah you can also enjoy 3d museum instead of the upside down house. It is such a unique place to visit but unfortunately you are not allowed to take pictures from Inside the upside down house. The owner is innovative to construct an upside down house to attract the attention of the tourists in order to introduce culture locally bajau #sabah #travel

Construct It Normally Is Too Mainstream

The Tamparuli Upside Down House is the first Upside down house in South-East Asia. Here you can experience the local Sabahan house constructed terbalik(upside down). Getting There - It is about 45-50 minutes of driving (depending on the traffic flow) and approximately 34KM from Kota Kinabalu City Centre Attractions - The first Upside Down House in South-East Asia. Hotels - I would suggest to stay at 1Borneo Mall Hotels. There are few hotels there. Food & Restaurants - Only selling cold beverages and some snacks. Shopping - There are small stalls that sell souvenirs. #awesomepic #couplestrip #upsidedownhouse #tamparuli #theedgetrip

The Hottest Stuff 😍

If you want to know this place probably the hottest stuff people talking about in town which something that you can't do in real life are all possible now at upside down house. If you are driving from Kota Kinabalu International Aiport its only takes 43 minutes to reach this place. They also sell mainly environmental-friendly local products such as the organic soap and handicraft made of recycled wood. My rating is five star ✅️✅️✅️✅️✅️#mytripvlog #tripblazers #awesomepic #kids #family #hottestplaceintown

Fun day with family❤️