🌴 UMS ODEC Beach: KK’s Best-Kept Secret (Shhh!)🏖️

#kotakinabalutrip ### **First Impressions: "Wait… This is a *University* Beach?!"** Tucked behind **Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS)**, this stretch of golden sand and swaying palms feels like a *private island*—minus the resort price tag. Students chilling between lectures, the sound of waves *almost* drowning out exam stress, and water so clear you’ll question if it’s a pool. *Campus life, upgraded.* --- ### **The "Oops" Moment** Tried to impress locals by cliff-jumping off the rocks. *Plot twist:* Chickened out last second, slipped on seaweed, and became a meme for nearby snorkelers. 🤦♂️ --- ### **Hidden Gem** The **hidden coral patches** 50m from shore—snorkel here at high tide to spot clownfish and *maybe* a shy octopus. (Bring your own gear—no rentals!) --- ### **Local Hack** Grab **grilled corn** (*jagung bakar*) and icy *air kelapa* from the uni food trucks. Eat under a casuarina tree like a true #beachbum. --- ### **Blunt Review** ✅ **FREE entry** (just smile at the guard). ✅ **Surprisingly clean**—thanks to student eco-projects. ✅ **Sunset magic**—Mount Kinabalu glows pink across the bay. ❌ **No proper facilities**—think *basic* toilets and zero sunbeds. ❌ **Weekend crowds**—KK families love picnics here. --- ### **Quick Itinerary** ⏰ **3 PM**: Bus/Grab to UMS main gate (say "ODEC Beach"). ⏰ **4 PM**: Swim, snorkel, nap. Repeat. ⏰ **6:30 PM**: Sunset photos + *murtabak* feast at nearby **Warisan Square**. --- ### **Final Verdict** **🌟🌟🌟🌟 (4/5)** For: **Budget travelers, students, and anyone who thinks beaches > classrooms**. Skip if: You need cocktail service. **#beachwithadegree #localhack** **PS:** Wear reef shoes—rocks can be sneaky! --- **PPS:** Pair with a visit to **Tanjung Aru Beach** after for *double the sunset*. 🌅