Layang-layang Resthouse Cum Restaurant Project Scrapped

The Sabah state cabinet met last week and the abandoned resthouse cum restaurant project 9000 feet up on Mount Kinabalu was also discussed, and it decided to terminate the project permanently and the site is to be reverted back to its original state. It is a big relief to nature lovers in Sabah because it was disclosed that the project would have put up a 2 1/2 storey high building requiring balsting on the mountain's granite to lay the foundation of the building. It is insane! Moreover, the allocated cost is RM4.3 millions. Surely there are better ways to use this kind of money, like building better bridges or roads which do not collapse easily during raining seasons. Mother nature has been very kind to us Sabahans, blessing us with wonderful tourist spots, but we do not know how to appreciate them and to treasure them. It is really sad. What the authority should consider doing is to build several zinc-sheet huts at strategic spots along the climbers' trail. It will be much more cost effective, environmental friendly and convenient to climbers. After the Sipadan Island case and now this one, how many more surprises are in store for us?

Masilau Natural Resort

Site Category : Mountain Resort Masilau is also situated on the foot hill of Mount Kinabalu. But it is different because there is a golf course nearby, which obviously is not owned by the resort because there is no mention about it in the resort owner's website. Nestled at the foot of the magnificent Mount Kinabalu at 2,000 metres above sea level within the World Heritage Site, Mesilau Nature Resort promises to enchant visitors with its cool temperate climate and serene surroundings as an amazing nature's paradise. Climbers especially repeat climbers, may now try the new and challenging trail to Mount Kinabalu from this point. The bio-diversity of the flora and fauna found here makes Mesilau a haven for naturalists. The world's largest pitcher plant, the "Nepenthes Rajah" grows in abundance here. Cool and refreshing, Mesilau is an ideal venue for motivational training, seminars, meetings and even meditation.

There are many choices of accommodations available here :

1. Rest House
   • Dormitory Bunk Beds Common Lounge, Common Bathroom, Kitchen Cooking Facilities (upon request)
2. Lodge
   • 3 bedrooms with heater Living Area, Attached Bathroom, Heater Shower.
3. Lodge
   • 2 bedrooms (1queen-sized bed / 1 king-sized bed) Living & Dining Area, Room Heater, Bathroom, Heated Shower Kitchen

Activities arranged :

• Nephenthes Rajah Natural Trail (9:00am - 4:00pm) - subject to fee
• Guided Nature Walk within the Resort - subject to fee
• Monday to Friday - 9:30am, 11.00am, 2.00pm
• Sat, Sun, School & Public Holiday - 7:30am, 11.3am, 2.00pm
• Outdoor Games for Rental: Volley ball & Sepak Takraw - subject to fee
• Indoor Games for Rental : Carom / Scrabble / Chess / Checkers
• Others : Souvenir Shops, Renanthera Restaurant, Function Room (accommodates up to 120 persons Theatre Style)

Here's a view of Mount Kinabalu from the resort :

Picture by Doris Doris's photo website

Tour Operator :

Sutera Sanctuary Lodges