Golf Holidays in Sabah
Sabah is located on the northern part of the island of Borneo and it attracts visitors for its incredible rainforests, wildlife, biodiversity and exotic cultural traditions.
With Sabah’s incredible landscape it therefore offers a wide selection of activities to enjoy, from climbing Malaysia’s tallest peak at Mount Kinabalu, to exploring the Three Islands where the first season of the famous TV series Survivor was filmed.
Putting aside the adventurous activities on offer, there is also a selection of amazing golf resorts to enjoy whilst soaking in the incredible surroundings in Sabah.
Also with the state resting on the South China Sea coastline, some of the golf courses offer breathtaking views with dramatic backdrops.
With three distinctly different courses by name and nature, Sutera Harbour Golf Course is sure to keep golfers on their toes as they navigate round the parkland layout.
The resorts faultless setting allows for a truly tranquil stay, with the golf course and hotel nestled within the Bornean rainforest and the beautiful South China Sea.
Dalit Bay Golf is located nearby the renowned Shangri-La Rasa Ria Resort, just 40 minutes from the city of Kinabalu and bordered by the Tembalang and Mengakabong Rivers.
Thanks to Malaysia’s incredible landscape, Sabah has been blessed with the tallest peak in the country with Mount Kinabala measuring at an impressive 4095 metres. To hike the Mount Kinabala you will need to join an organised tour to guide you through the best routes for the 2-day climb.
Sabah’s Pulau Tiga is well known after hosting the first season of the famous TV series Survivor. You can access the island from Kota Kinabalu in the South China Sea, and tourists can enjoy the seclusion of the island whilst taking a day trip to see the rare mud volcano.
Stretching over 500 kilometres long through Sabah, the Kinabatangan River is the perfect spot to take a river cruise and spot the wild proboscis monkeys. You can rest in a bungalow or a chalet to try and spend more time spotting some different species including the pygmy elephants, hornbills and crocodiles.
After flying into Sabah you will want to get an idea of how long it will take you to get to your hotel and also how long transfers will be between golf venues. So take a look at the key drive times below to answer those questions.
Drive Times by Car
20 mins
1 hr
15 mins
On Site
When travelling to Sabah from the UK, you will be required to take a connection flight, however once you arrive everything is relatively easy to access. So take a look at the key flight details and when the best time of year is to visit Sabah.
Flights & Weather
15 hrs (indirect)
Kota Kinabalu International Airport
December - April
25 - 32° C