Borneo Traditional Cooking Class & Local Craft Soda Factory Tour (Tamparuli)
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Activity Duration
6 Hours
Guided Language
English / Malay
Package Type
Join-In Basis
Pick Up Point
Shangri-La Rasa Ria / Kota Kinabalu Hotel
Highlights
- Join a hands-on Sabah cooking class to learn and prepare traditional dishes like nasi linopot, hinava, bambangan, and tuhau
- Savour a buffet lunch featuring your own creations alongside authentic Sabahan specialties in a cozy, rustic setting
- Tour the UINAH Factory to explore their locally inspired health drinks, learn about the production process, join fun activities, and enjoy product tastings
- Craft your own woodcut art print with guidance from local artist Herman Duang, creating a personalised and meaningful keepsake to remember your experience
- Explore Tamparuli Market to experience Sabah's vibrant food culture and unique local produce, perfect for food and culture lovers
- Walk across Jambatan Tamparuli, an iconic suspension bridge rich in folklore and surrounded by stunning views
Overview
Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavours and cultural heritage of Borneo with this unforgettable Sabah cooking class and cultural tour. Ideal for food lovers, culture enthusiasts, and eco-conscious travellers, this experience takes you to the heart of Tamparuli Old Town, near Tuaran. Begin with a walk across the iconic Jambatan Tamparuli and explore lively markets brimming with local produce.
At Bijan Café, enjoy a charming rustic setting for a hands-on cooking class tailored to your preferences. Choose from three distinct packages — Chicken, Beef, or Vegetarian — and learn to prepare classic Sabahan dishes such as nasi linopot, hinava, penjaram, tuhau, and bambangan. Afterwards, indulge in a buffet featuring your creations complemented by a selection of authentic local delicacies.
The day concludes with a visit to the UINAH Factory, a pioneer in crafting health drinks from Sabah’s native ingredients. Explore their eco-friendly production methods, join activities like ginger cleaning, and sample signature beverages made from roselle and wild honey. This tour offers a perfect blend of culinary delights, cultural insights, and a deeper appreciation of Borneo's traditions.
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What's Included
Woodcut Rice Paper Print , Personal Protective Equipment
UINAH Beverages Sampling, Buffet Lunch
Woodcut Art Printing Session , Guided Factory Tour , Hands-On Factory Activity, Market Tour, Cooking Class
English-Speaking Guide
Return Land Transfer (Scheduled)
What's Excluded
Peak Season Surcharge(s), Tourism Tax, SST (Sales & Service Tax), Tips (Optional), Airfares
Personal Travel Insurance, Personal Expenses, Any Item(s) / Activities Not Mentioned
Alcoholic Drink(s)
Important Notes
- Minimum 4 pax required to make a booking.
- UINAH products are available for purchase at the factory, so bring cash or a card for shopping.
- Pick-up and drop-off services are provided from Shangri-La Rasa Ria and any hotel in Kota Kinabalu.
- Cancellation Policy: Free cancellation or rescheduling is allowed up to 48 hours before the tour date. Cancellations made within 48 hours of the tour are non-refundable.
- Guests with specific dietary needs or allergies should inform the tour operator in advance to ensure proper arrangements.
- The tour includes light walking and hands-on activities; participants should make sure they are comfortable with the level of physical exertion involved.
- This package is based on a join-in basis of shared guide. Private Guide or Tour is available upon request at a reasonable fee. Please inform us when making your bookings.
- Your tour operator reserves the right to alter routes, timetables, itineraries and accommodation should conditions beyond their control render it necessary.
- All participants must pay attention to all safety briefings and instructions. It is the responsibility of all participants to seek clarification for anything not understood from these briefings.
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