Located on the northern tip of Borneo, Kudat was the first capital city of Sabah.
A journey to Kudat will take you through picturesque scenery. Kudat's beautiful white sandy beaches stretch for miles and its sunsets are breathtaking especially from the islands of Balambangan and Banggi. Located approximately 190 km or 3 hours drive away from the city of Kota Kinabalu, Kudat is definitely worth a visit.
Kudat is also well known for its seafood which is available year-round. Also famous for its coconut industry, Kudat hosts Sabah's annual Coconut Festival showcasing the industry's many products. From Kudat it is less than four hours drive (160km) back to Kota Kinabalu |