Showing posts with label Events. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Events. Show all posts
Borneo Safari 2009
25 October 2009

A thrilling event that takes you deep into the heart of Sabah with powerful 4WD vehicles modified to challenge the tracks in one of the world's most beautiful jungle terrain. The Borneo safari 2009 is fit for those who love adventure and challenges that are out of the ordinary.

Organizer:
Thomas Chin (Kinabalu Four Wheel Drive)
For More info:
Fax: 088 236395, 388601
Mobile: 019 8211355 / 019 8615893
thomas@glob.com.my
PESTA GONG
24 - 25 October 2009

This event celebrates the gong (one of Sabah's indispensable traditional music instruments) at the picturesque town of Matunggong in Kudat, where most gongs are produced.

Organizer:
Zachary Mobijohn (Sri Pelancongan Sabah)
23rd Mount Kinabalu International Climbathon 2009
24 - 25 October 2009

Known as the "World's Toughest Mountain Race", this event is a true challenge to the spirit of human endurance. The average climber takes two days to traverse across 21km of craggy terrains, but participants can race up and down Mount Kinabalu (4095.2m) in less than three hours. The Climbathon is the final circuit of the Federation of Sport Altitude 7-series Skyrunning World Championship.

Organizer:
Zachary Mobijohn (Organizing Secretary)
Fuerther Info: 088 232121 Fax: 088 265540
email: zachary@sabahtourism.com
PESTA KUBIS
24 - 26 October 2009

The Pesta Kubis celebrates the humble cabbage in Kundasang, Ranau with a myriad of activities such as cultural dance performances, cabbage cooking demonstration and exhibitions.

Organizer:
Suanti Mayor (Organizing Chairman of the Committe)
For further info:
Mobile: 019 8211435
SABAH ANNUAL ART SELECTION
20 October 2009

The Sabah Annual Art Selection is a prestigious event held to encourage the local interest and artistic talents, as well as increase the standard of visual arts in Sabah.

Organizer:
Sabah Art Gallery.
For further info:
Tel: 088 268806 / 535 / 748 / 825
DEEPAVALI DAY
17 October 2009

Deepavali is also known as the Festival of Lights, a fstivel where Hindus light earthern diyas, to symbolise the victory of good over evil. Friends and family gather together to celebrate the Festival in splendour of lights and colours - Deepavali is a public holiday in Sabah.

Sabah Tourism Board
email: info@sabahtourism.com
BORNEO INTERNATIONAL MARATHON 2009
11 October

Held for the second consecutive time, this is one of the largest sporting events in the East Malaysia. Runners from all over the country and across Asia will journey along the scenic coastal roads of Kota Kinabalu.

Organizer:
Champiionship Sports Events Sdn. Bhd.
Andrew Voon (Director)
For further info:
Tel: 088 218833 Fax: 988 218833
email: info@borneomarathon.com / andrew@borneomarathon.com

CALENDER OF EVENTS

BORNEO BIRD FESTIVAL
10-15 October
Sabah is home to 568 bird species, four of which are endemics found on the hill slopes and in the montane forest in the State. Join bird enthusiasts from all over the world as they discover the birdwatching paradise of Sabah.

Organizer:
Sabah Tourism Board & Malaysian Nature Society
Contact Person : Noredah Othman.
Tel: 088 212121 Fax: 219311
email: noredah@sabahtourism.com
 

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