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On 5th June 2015, Mount Kinabalu was shaken by a 6.0-magnitude earthquake. Among the many stories of heroism that emerged that day, two names have remained etched into the memory of Sabah: Robbie Sapinggi and Joseph Solungin.

In 2015, Emily Lim, Sales Director at Amazing Borneo, was leading a school group from Singapore through the start of their six-day programme in Kota Kinabalu. On the morning of their second day, everything changed.

Kaamatan, Sabah’s Harvest Festival, is one of the region's most important cultural celebrations. Held annually throughout the month of May, it marks the end of the rice-harvesting season and is observed by the Dusun, Murut, Kadazan, Rungus, and many other indigenous communities of Sabah.

A new study led by Lesley Hiew, Operations Director of Amazing Borneo and a PhD candidate at Universiti Malaysia Sabah, puts mountain guides under the spotlight. Published in Taylor’s University’s Asia-Pacific Journal of Futures in Education and Society, the paper unpacks how guiding in Sabah is evolving, and why it deserves greater recognition.

On 22nd May 2025, Emyr and Prajesh stood once more at the summit of Mount Kinabalu, the same sacred mountain where, ten years ago, their school expedition was forever changed by a powerful earthquake. This time, they returned not as students, but as survivors, carrying the memories of friends and teachers who could not return with them.

On 5th June 2015, Mount Kinabalu shook as a 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck Sabah, Malaysia, causing serious damage. Almost ten years later, two survivors of the Singaporean student group, Emyr and Prajesh, are returning as young men honouring their friends and teachers, and the strength it took to survive.

In the fast-paced world of sales and corporate leadership, Emily Lim has carved a name for herself as a formidable force.

For over a decade, Carol Binti Julius has been a driving force at Amazing Borneo. As the Senior Sales Manager, she has played a crucial role in the company’s success, shaping its sales strategies and leading a dynamic team. But beyond the workplace, she also embraces another vital role – being a mother.

As a conscious traveller, your choices matter. By selecting ethical experiences, you contribute to the protection of Borneo’s rich biodiversity and help sustain local livelihoods. This guide explores how to engage in responsible wildlife tourism while making a lasting positive impact!

Concerns about safety in Semporna – stemming from past security incidents – have left some travellers hesitant. If you're wondering whether it's safe to visit Semporna today, rest assured: Yes, Semporna is now safer than ever for tourists, thanks to significant security improvements.