Sabah Hotels

Sabah is an amazing tropical getaway located in Malaysia. Being the second-largest state of all 13 member states of Malaysia, Sabah is a popular haunt for tourists for all its natural attractions and beautiful national parks and islands. Sabah boasts some of the world’s best dive spots, including Sipadan, Mabul and Layang Layang. Dive companies can help both novice and experienced divers enjoy the coral reefs. The Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park is a designated protected area that offers tourists a mix of white sand beaches and water sports. The Crocker Range National Park, Tabin Wildlife Reserve, and Turtle Islands Park are just some of the other national state parks and protected areas you can visit.

You can get close to wildlife at Sabah’s Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary and at the Klias Wetlands. There are many jungle tour companies waiting to take you on adventures in the rainforests. If you are looking for a more serene way to see the jungle, catch a ride on the Sabah Jungle Railway from Beaufort to Tenom. Or you can visit the Monsopiad Cultural Village for a bit of history and local culture.

When To Go

Sabah means ‘land below the wind’ for a reason – the state is located below the Philippines, a typhoon-prone country in Southeast Asia. Its location also means it has an equatorial climate, with high temperatures rarely rising above 32°C (90°F) and rarely dropping below 20°C (68°F) at night. However, temperatures can vary between coastal areas and the inland jungle areas. Humidity is usually in the 85-95 per cent range, and rainfall occurs throughout the year. The rainy season runs from October to February, during the Northeast Monsoon, and the dry season starts March through September, during the Southwest Monsoon. However, rainfall usually comes in the form of heavy but short storms. Casual wear is the norm in warm Sabah, even for dinners and nights out.

• Rainy season: October to February
• Dry season: March to September
• Humidity in 85-95 per cent range

Getting There

Flight passengers will land into Kota Kinabalu International Airport. From there, taxis can take you to your destination. Note that you are advised to settle on a fare before getting into any taxi, as Sabah taxis have no meters. There are also several local car rental companies in Kota Kinabalu. You can get to the offshore islands by boat services.

• By air: Kota Kinabalu International Airport (KKIA)
• By taxi: Fixed fares and non-metered taxis
• Get to islands via cruises and boats

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