The Tip of Borneo - Tanjung Simpang Mengayau Kudat

This dramatic headland is situated in the northern-most tip of BORNEO, the third largest island in the world, after Greenland and New Guinea. It is located in the Kudat Peninsula, about three and a half hours (or 215 kilometres) drive from Kota Kinabalu City.

Simpang Mengayau means 'lingering junction' as it is here that the South China Sea lingers and meets the Sulu Seas flowing from the east ... Enjoy the stunning view. The sunsets and full moons are just beautiful ... The Pulau Kalampunian lighthouse is a reminder of treacherous coastline and past shipwrecks. On the left is the beautiful beach of Pantai Kalampunian.

It's a lovely easy stroll to the flagpole, the Globe and the rocky outcrop that forms the "Tip of Borneo".

Facilities:

There is a cafe, souvenir shop and washrooms.

Admission is free.

Getting there (from Kota Kinabalu)

You can go by taxi, self-drive or with a tour agent. Four-wheel drives and saloon cars with permits are stationed near the Indian Restaurant opposite the Health Clinic in Kampung Air. Four-wheel drives can take between 7-8 passengers at RM20.00 - RM25.00 per pax return, while saloon cars take up to 4 passengers and charge RM240.00 for a return trip to Simpang Mengayau. Check with the Car Rental services for their charges.

Extra information

Day trips are offered by local tour operators. Rates start from around RM 250.00 which will include a tour to the Honey Bee Farm at Kg. Gombizau, the Gong Factory at Kg. Sumangkap, a visit to a Rungus Longhouse with lunch and The Tip of Borneo. Check with the tour operators for more details.

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Tanjung Simpang Mengayau - The Tip of Borneo

IMAGINE STANDING ON A CLIFF, WATCHING THE WAVES
below you crash against the rocks as the blue-green sea stretches on for miles. A white sandy beach and swaying green coconut palms in the distance add colour to the amazing sight before you. Welcome to the Tip of Borneo, Tanjung Simpang Mengayau. Located at the northern extremity of Borneo, about 170 km from Kota Kinabalu, this is the meeting point of the Sulu and South China Seas. It was recently launched as Sabah’s latest attraction; an event that drew some 3,000 people to the Tip of Borneo. The event was officiated by Sabah’s Chief Minister, Datuk Seri Musa Aman, who unveiled a spectacular spherical landmark. This bronze ‘globe’ marks the location of Tanjung Simpang Mengayau on the globe at latitude 7 degrees north and longitude 116 degrees east. A map featuring the island of Borneo is embossed in bronze and
laid on a flat surface at an angle with inscriptions to mark the Tip of Borneo. Tanjung Simpang Mengayau is derived from the original Rungus name ‘Tanjung Sampang Mangazo’. Literally, Tanjung means ‘tip’ and ‘Sampang Mangazo’ means a junction where a battle took place. According to Rungus folklore, this was the site of a fierce battle fought by their forefathers, defending Rungus territory against invaders. Local folklore claims that pirates often frequented this area, attacking and looting innocent villagers who lived nearby. The villagers decided to join forces and defend themselves. Hence, Tanjung Simpang Mengayau became an ideal spot to observe the arrival of pirates and foreign ships. The brave warriors stood guard here and kept
unwanted visitors at bay.Tanjung Simpang Mengayau The Tip of Borneo