Name: Kudat - The Northern Tip Of Borneo - SabahTravel
Brand: SabahTravel
SKU: STK-LT07

<p><strong>Operation</strong></p><p>Business Hours: 8am - 6pm (GMT+8)</p><p>Hotline: (+60) 111 660 7009 (English)</p><p>Hotline: (+60) 111 660 7009 (Bahasa)</p><p>Hotline: (+60) 12 870 8009 (中文)</p><p>Email: hello@sabahtravel.com</p><p><br></p><p><strong>SabahTravel</strong></p><p>DBKK Account No. 0000153496T</p><p>MOTAC License No. KPL/LN 5746 (M'sia)</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Headquarter</strong></p><p>L1.33A, 1st Floor, Kompleks Asia City,</p><p>Jalan Asia City, 88000, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.</p>

Kota Kinabalu

Tip of Borneo

Rungus long house

Bavanggazo Village

Gong Making Factory

Borneo HoneyBee Centre

<h3><strong>Tour Highlights</strong></h3><ul><li>Visit Tanjung Simpang Mengayau</li><li>Visit Kampung Bavanggazo - Rungus Longhouses</li><li>Visit Kampung Sumangkap - Gong Making Village</li><li>Visit Borneo HoneyBee Centre</li><li>Traditional Rungus Lunch</li><li>Hotel Pickup / Drop Off</li></ul>

Kota Kinabalu City

<h3><strong>Overview</strong></h3><p>Also known as Tanjung Simpang Mengayau which means ‘lingering junction’, here is where two great seas, the Sulu &amp; South China sea meet to exchange big sloppy kisses. Walk to the very tip of Borneo, the third largest island in the world, why not? Also feast on breathtaking views of the dramatic rocky outcrop that lace the shoreline, sunsets are also righteously dramatic on this end, picture-perfect we’d say.</p><p>Three hours from the city marks Kudat, where the South China Sea and Sulu Sea converge. This little slice of paradise, bafflingly beautiful with the harmony of sunny skies, blue seas, palm tree was back then the first capital of British North Borneo Chartered. The journey to Kudat is a scenic one, of rolling hills, countryside vistas, paddy fields, villages, small road-side stalls selling delicious local treats and handmade crafts.</p>

Ride 180km from KK. Bit isolated but worth the travel. Beach is gorgeous. You stand not only tip of Borneo but also between South China and Sulu Sea. View is damn superb.

We go for sunset & sunrise here. The view is so majestic. Glad that we come here before the tourist came, im pretty sure the place will be crowded. I prefer the sunrise view, because its so calm, not too windy & not crowded. Will go here again next time! Recommended.

Wind, sand and sea. What is there not to like.
The Tip of Borneo is the only place where tourist can see both side of the sea; South China Sea and Sulu Sea.
The site has a round stone globe as a landmark. Several other landmark includes the Northern Most arch monument and a signpost pointing to different cities in the world.

P.s. Access to this place requires a drive through the village road and may not be well lit during the night.

A beautiful place, unearthly landscapes, the confluence of 2 seas (South China Sea and Sulu Sea). And if you arrive at sunset, you will get an unforgettable experience. The road from KK is about 3 hours. But it's worth it ... travel! enjoy it!

Take away breath.. This place so beautiful.. I got the chance to see sunset there

Place where gong was made using traditional method.... The local is good

Briefly, Gong is a traditional musical instrument used by the locals, made of metal plates shaped and welded manually by these people.

In my opinion, the entrance fee is cheap to be charged at RM3.00, especially for a traditional place.

There are different types of gongs exhibited and sold, varying in sizes and notes. One of the rack comprises of about 10 gongs, each almost about 6inch-dia wide. Individual gongs are sold at very cheap prices where some are only RM15 and till an extent I'm not aware of. But if you witness their hardwork, you'll appreciate their naive prices without bargain.

There are about 8-10 houses with their own huts fabricating gongs. And there's a shop selling some traditional goods you might be interested as well.

And, at the end of the path is a field with approximately 35 to 40-feet tall Gong with two others which are pretty large as well. 

It may be not be recommendable as a primary destination itself unless you're a dedicated artisan or enthusiast. But it's a worthwhile pitstop if you're making your way along the road to Kota Belud(north) or Kota Marudu(south).

Quaint little village with gong makers left and right. Not much to do there unless there is an event but you can buy local made gongs.

Gong is the most important idiophone in traditional music of Sabah indigenous people and found throughout Sabah state. Gong is usually made of brass or bronze, it produces muffled sounds of a deep tone, when its thick and broad rim was hit by a stick. As the backbone of most music ensembles, gong is played in almost every social event in Sabah.
Gong is more than a musical instrument in old days that have no phone. Besides showing happiness and sadness, gong was also a communication tool to send signals to other villagers up to 5 miles away. The listeners can tell from the rhythm that if it’s a good or bad news. Slow rhythm means an invitation for having a drink. Fast rhythm indicates danger. When someone is dying the beats start slowly at first increase in speed and then on death resume a slow beat.In the past, gong is highly valued and owning gong is a sign of wealth. Villagers would exchange livestock for a gong and gong is one of the common items in bride price. Gong is valued by its age and tone. People that time can recognize the unique sound from individual gong and even tell if a gong has flaw. Therefore, stealing of gong is rare, because owner (and other villagers) will locate his gong once the thief beats it.

<h4>Pick Up</h4><p><strong>Estimated pick up time: 7.30am - 8am</strong></p><p>Meet &amp; Pick up at hotel lobby and transfer to Kudat.</p><p><br></p><h4>Kudat</h4><p>It will take 3 hours from the city to Kudat, where the South China Sea and Sulu Sea converge. Visit the modern long house at Sikuati and interact with the friendly locals.</p><p><br></p><h4>Northern Tip of Borneo</h4><p>Be greeted by the breeze at the <strong>Northern Tip of Borneo</strong>, also known as <strong>Tanjung Simpang Mengayau</strong> which means ‘lingering junction’ as it is here that the South China Sea lingers and meets the Sulu seas flowing from the East.</p><p><br></p><h4>Bavanggazo Village</h4><p>Continue your journey for a longhouse visit to the <strong>Bavanggazo Village</strong>, home to the Rungus community. Witness the unique way of bead making, fashion and lifestyle.</p><p><br></p><h4>Lunch</h4><p>Your lunch will be served Rungus style.</p><p><br></p><h4>Gong Making</h4><p>Depart for “Gong” making village, renowned for its local artisans with their extraordinary skills of craftsmanship in creating traditional musical instrument loaded with history and meaning.</p><p><br></p><h4>Borneo HoneyBee Centre</h4><p>Moving forward, you will be transferred to a bee farm and honey processing facility at the <strong>Borneo HoneyBee Centre</strong>. Get to know of the process of honey production and taste the raw honey straight from the comb!</p><p><br></p><h4>Return Transfer</h4><p>Bid farewell and head back to Kota Kinabalu.</p><p><strong>Estimated drop off time: 7pm</strong></p><h4>End of Tour</h4><p>*Departure time is approximate and varies from different operators. Your actual pick-up time will be sent to you upon booking confirmation.</p>

Kudat - Northern Tip of Borneo / Tanjung Simpang Mengayau / Bavanggazo Village / Borneo HoneyBee Centre

古达 - 天涯海角/丹绒新邦孟阿瑶/Bavanggazo 村/婆羅洲蜜蜂中心

Book a day trip to Kudat and reach the tip of Borneo where the two great seas meet. Interact with the locals and understand the processing of raw honey and Gong-making.

Kudat - The Northern Tip Of Borneo

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