Camping & Hiking
air terjun
Kionsom Waterfall: The Complete Waterfall Guide (2026)
Complete guide to Kionsom Waterfall in Sabah — entrance fees, opening hours, swimming safety, trail tiers, and how to get there from Kota Kinabalu.
beginner hiking
Bukit Kokol, Sabah: A Hiker's Guide (2026)
Planning a Bukit Kokol hike in Sabah? Trail options, fees, difficulty ratings, what to bring and sunset timing tips — everything you need for 2026.
camping
Kg Padas Tebobon Manggatal, Kota Kinabalu — Let's Be Honest About This One
Kg Padas Tebobon Manggatal isn't a campsite — here's an honest look at what it actually is and where to camp near KK instead.
camping
Manoria Village Campsite, Kota Kinabalu — A Quiet Jungle Escape Near the City
Manoria Village in Kionsom is a quiet jungle campsite just outside Kota Kinabalu — great for families, easy weekday escapes, and zero fuss in nature.
camping
Yun Hai Camp And Stay, Sabah — Sea of Clouds Above Kota Kinabalu
Yun Hai Camp And Stay in Kokol, Sabah offers cloud-top views, friendly hosts and clean facilities. Mike's honest review of this KK hill campsite.
camping
Papas Eco Camp & Homestay Kalangadan — Buffalo, Buffaloes Everywhere and a Road That'll Test You
Papas Eco Camp near Kota Kinabalu has buffaloes, a suspension bridge, and a friendly owner — but come prepared for noisy nights and a rough access road.
camping
Kokol MamaHill Campsite — The Campsite with KK City in Front and Mount Kinabalu Behind
Kokol MamaHill Campsite review — hilltop camping in Kota Kinabalu with views of KK City and Mount Kinabalu. Wind, cool nights, and sunrise worth waking up for.
camping
Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park — Island Camping or Tourist Madness?
Thinking of visiting Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park in KK? Read Mike's honest take — beautiful islands, great snorkelling, but the crowds are real.