KUDAT,
SIMPANG MENGAYAU
Simpang Mengayau known as the tip of Borneo is the northernmost tip of Borneo located in Kudat, Sabah. The tip is one of Sabah’s popular tourist attractions, with a breathtaking view looking out to the South China Sea.
BIRDs
Over 50 species of birds have been recorded here. Some species to look out for are the Christmas Island Frigratebird, Black-Naped Fruit Dove, Ashy Minivet, Blue-Rock Thrush, Brown Shrike, Peregrine Falcon and many more species may end up at the Tip during migratory season.
BIRDing locations + trails
The best place for birding at the Tip will be taking an early morning walk along the roadside and also on the rock cliffs searching for the Blue-Rock Thrush and other migratory species.
Accommodations
Getting there
Accommodation is not a problem here as there are many homestays available along the beach leading up to the Tip of Borneo.
The Tip is located approximately 180 kilometers from Kota Kinabalu via a sealed road.