2024 Putatan Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in November)

Wild Wonders at Lok Kawi Wildlife Park!

Lok Kawi Wildlife Park, nestled in the scenic region of Sabah, Malaysia, offers a captivating wildlife experience. As you enter the park, you'll immediately find yourself immersed in a tropical paradise. The park spans over 280 acres, showcasing a diverse array of Borneo's native flora and fauna. One of the park's highlights is the chance to observe endangered and exotic animals up close. Visitors can witness the graceful orangutans swinging through trees, the peculiar proboscis monkeys with their distinctive long noses, and the majestic Borneo pygmy elephants, known for their smaller size compared to their mainland counterparts. The park is also home to various bird species, reptiles, and smaller mammals, creating an enriching and educational experience for nature enthusiasts. The well-designed walkways and viewing platforms ensure a safe and comfortable environment for both animals and visitors. This approach allows guests to observe the animals in a habitat that closely resembles their natural surroundings. Educational programs and feeding sessions are regularly conducted, providing visitors with insights into the behaviors and conservation efforts for these remarkable creatures. Beyond the wildlife encounters, Lok Kawi Wildlife Park plays a vital role in conservation efforts. It participates in breeding programs aimed at preserving endangered species, contributing significantly to the region's biodiversity preservation. Visitors can learn about these initiatives and the importance of protecting these animals and their habitats. The lush, tropical setting of the park adds to the overall experience. It's an ideal place to reconnect with nature, with well-maintained gardens and picnic areas for relaxation and leisure. Lok Kawi Wildlife Park offers a balance between education, conservation, and leisure, making it a must-visit destination for those who wish to appreciate the natural beauty and biodiversity of Borneo.

Welcome to Lok Kawi Wildlife Park 🐘

Home to Borneo Pygmy elephants, Malayan Tigers, Deers and even orang utans, Lok Kawi Wildlife Park is a great place to visit especially for those with kids. Spreading over 280 acres of land, you can also head over to this wildlife reserve for leisurely strolls or jungle trekking. Note that there is an entry fee of RM 10 for Malaysian adults or RM 5 for children. For international tourists, the charge would be double the amount.#newyearadventure

Lok Kawi Wildlife Park - Borneo, Malaysia

Lok Kawi Wildlife Park is both a zoo and a botanical garden. The flora and fauna presented in the park lives in Borneo or in other regions of Malaysia. The park has several families of unique primates and a large collection of tropical animals and birds. For the convenience of visitors, small electric trains run through the vast territory. Botanical garden is part of the tropical forest, along which paths are laid to the most interesting flora objects: orchids, ferns, rafflesia - the largest flower on the planet with a diameter of up to 1 meter and a weight of up to 12 kilograms. Lok Kawi Wildlife Park is located 25 km from Kota Kinabalu city. #bucketlistreboot #malaysia #summervacation

Great experience in Lok KaWi wild life park

I am so pleased I went to Lok Kawi. I wanted to spend more time observing orangutans and the conditions were good for them, lots of orangutans to observe. Also an animal show where you could see snakes. Other animals include Proboscis Monkeys, tiger, elephants, leopard, birds, gibbons etc. Spent 3 hours here and was v worthwhile. Although this place is not really big, I would recommend everyone to go. I spend around 2 hours here in total. At the entrance you will find some older bird cages, which are not the best. But later in the park, the cages become bigger and better decorated for the animals. There was quite some construction going on, so hopefully this will result in all bigger/better cages in the future.Had lots of fun during animal show which were full of surprises.My kids having so much time. We found the staff to be very polite and knowledgeable, the animals all looked healthy and content. There are 4 beautiful orangutans which we were able to feed. They was a large variety of animal life. Fantastic experience. #staycation#summervacation#awesomepic#nationalpark#themepark#naturalwonders

Hey guys, here's a 5-day-4-night itinerary for Kota Kinabalu! Check it out!

1️⃣ Flights: Direct flights from Beijing to Kota Kinabalu, super convenient! ✈️ 2️⃣ Hotel: Hyatt Centric, great experience! 🏨 3️⃣ Recommended apps: - Grab: Taxi and food delivery, Chinese interface, Alipay payment! 🚕 - WhatsApp: International calls, a must for restaurant reservations! 📞 - Google Maps: Accurate location, worry-free travel! 🗺️ 4️⃣ 5-day-4-night itinerary recommendations: - Day 1: Rest + Lok Kawi Wildlife Park + Zing Sunset Bar, enjoy the good times! 🌄 - Day 2: Weston Mangrove + Firefly Day Tour + Gaya Street Night Market, feel the romance of nature! 🦢 - Day 3: Island hopping day tour (Mamutik + Sapi) + massage, relax your body and mind! 🛀 - Day 4: Mari Mari Cultural Village, learn about the local culture! 🎪 - Day 5: Stroll around the mall, then go home! 🛍️ 5️⃣ Tips: - Flights from Beijing to Kota Kinabalu are early, book an extra night at the hotel to rest well! 😴 - There are not many reviews of Weston Mangrove, but it is primitive and great! 👍 - Be sure to wear sunscreen when island hopping, or you'll get sunburned! 🌞 - Lok Wildlife Park and Mari Mari Cultural Village are far from the city, charter a car or arrange a return trip! 🚗

A day at Lok Kawi Wildlife in Sabah

Had a great time at Lok Kawi Wildlife in Sabah! It’s well-maintained with a variety of animals and beautiful gardens. A fun and educational experience for all ages!

very nice natural places

NATURES UNTAMED TREASURES

#animalcontact The 280 acres park is a home to the zoological and botanical sites run by the Sabah Forestry Department. Exotic and endangered animals including the Sumatran rhino, Proboscis monkeys, Malayan tigers, Orang Utans, Bornean Pygmy Elephants, Bornean Sun Bear, vibrant Hornbill birds, and others may be seen at this family-friendly park. Getting There - You can drive from Penampang City to Lok Kawi Wildlife Park. Took about 15-20 minutes of driving depending on the traffic flow. Attractions - Not only you can witness the exotic animals but visitors can contact with some of the animals such as snakes. Hotels - Visitors can stay nearby the park by staying at J Borneo Homestay which is located next to it. Food & Restaurants - Don’t worry about getting hungry and thirsty, there’s a stall that sells local, western food and cold beverages. Shopping - Need something to bring back home? There’s a small stall that sells souvenir. #awesomepic #couplestrip #wildlife #wildlifepark #wildanimals #exoticanimals #snake #animallovers #lokkawi #lokkawiwildlifepark #deliciousfood

THANKS TO THE CALLING OF THE WILD

The Lok Kawi Wildlife Park is a house for variety of animals native to Borneo and other parts of Southeast Asia. This includes elephants, tigers, orangutans, proboscis monkeys, and more. The park aims to replicate natural habitats as much as possible to ensure the well-being of the animals. Getting There - It took about 30 minutes of driving and approximately 21KM from Kota Kinabalu City Centre Attractions - The natural beauty and wildlife of Borneo, especially for those interested in learning more about the region’s unique ecosystems and species. Hotels - There's a Homestay next to the wildlife park, J Borneo Native Village. Food & Restaurants - There are few stalls that sell local Bornean food and cold beverages. Shopping - Only small stalls that sell souvenirs. #awesomepic #couplestrip #zoo #wildlife #wildlifepark #wildanimals #snake #parrot #theedgetrip

Friendly animals 🦧🦤🐘🐃🐂🦚🐆#animals #Wildlife

The place is clean. All the animal looks healthy too.. There was a show they did during my visit there but unable to enter because there was too many visitor at that time. Zoo keepers are very friendly. Will explain about the animals. Also they let you feed the animals (elephants and bears). Bird show was fun. At 11:15am / 3:30pm daily. Takes about 1.5 - 2hours for the whole park. Can end your visit with the bird show at 11:15am. The zoo offers a diverse range of wildlife, providing visitors with a chance to see both native and exotic species. #travelanywhere #sabah #lokkawi #loveanimals #

Lokkawi wildlife, Sabah

We have been to Lokkawi wildlife at Kota Kinabalu Sabah. The place was spacious and quite tired to walk around. There got animal show at 11.00 am and the show so entertaining. We used to touched the snake and birds. Kids surely like this place. #Lokkawi

Lok Kawi Wildlife Park

#malaysiatrip The zoo offers a diverse range of wildlife, providing visitors with a chance to see both native and exotic species. However, some areas might benefit from additional enrichment for the animals and renovations of the park. Overall, it's a family-friendly destination with a focus on conservation and awareness. Do bring mosquito repellents and extra clothes (sweaty day) when planning a visit, alongside tickets can be bought on the spot.

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Hotel with free ample parking, fast food outlet and eateries nearby. Just another average budget hotel. The services are okay. Cleanliness is good. The rooms are in good conditions and this hotel is good place to stay. This review will be based on my personal experience with the hotel. Rooms: Air-Condition in the room is great. Based on the room you can either get two single, queen size or a single & queen size. I choose family room.. Room is spacious, won't feel so cramped up. Toilet - No problems here, able to perform all necessary without any hassle. Shopping - There is a bataras supermarket near by.

Lok Kawi Wildlife Park

#malaysiatrip The zoo offers a diverse range of wildlife, providing visitors with a chance to see both native and exotic species. However, some areas might benefit from additional enrichment for the animals and renovations of the park. Overall, it's a family-friendly destination with a focus on conservation and awareness. Do bring mosquito repellents and extra clothes (sweaty day) when planning a visit, alongside tickets can be bought on the spot.

Trip to Kota Kinabalu

🚗🚗🚗Travel Itinerary: Day1: Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort, Kota Kinabalu→Lok Kawi Wildlife Park→Gaya Street→Kawa Mangrove→Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort, Kota Kinabalu Day2: Mermaid Island Day3: Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort, Kota Kinabalu→Kinabalu National Park→Mount Kinabalu→Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort, Kota Kinabalu Day4: Sapi Island→Manukan Island Day5: Mantanani Island Day6: Gaya Street→Tanjung Aru Beach→Filipino Market

i dont have any pictures...but its totaly recommended place to stay...bcoz...easy access to mall n food stall...my room is pool view....the most important thing is..my son was very happy...

Big spaces, Clean and good...

Hotels - Platinum hotel putatan Food & Restaurants - easy to find Shopping - easy to go.. got mall in this erea ❤️#mytripvlog

nice place to stay.. easy to find will stay here for my next trip ❤️❤️❤️❤️

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Hotel Pan Borneo at The City of Putatan

Address - Putatan Avg. Price per Person - RM130 ( if u have voucher but if u purchase directly from the hotel, it costs u RM170 per night ) Rating - 7/10 . I wish hotel management would consider to provide disposable in-room slipper as the carpet makes our feet dirty . The room also smells weird . and i also hope they consider using a spray / room freshener . hmmm

Chill vibes

There are another’s of chilly vibes for me stabakasuuuuuuu#starbuck

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Scene of Putatan Railway

Gambar laluan keretapi dan Pan Borneo Hotel di Putatan... Rasa nostalgic lah kn sbb masihh ada lorong keretapi lama..huhu next time saya mau naik keretapi ke tenom... Bila lgi kn.? kihaaàaaa #gooutside #staycation #putatan #panborneohotel

aristo hotel

nice hotel & have nearest restaurant & supermarket. location at putatan.