It was an honour to visit Gayana Marine Resort during their latest launching held.
In conjunction with the launching of Plastic Free program by ECHO Resorts and Marine Ecology Research Centre. I am truly appreciate that increasing in numbers of individuals and organisation who take part in the effort for the environment.
Here are what we have experienced during our visit.
Also, the new Breeze Family Villas are now open for families to have a good island stay.
It was my first visit to Pulau Tiga and I am excited with how the time freeze with the beautiful scenery captured by the eye.
Woke up and get ready to hop on the tour bus that being arranged. From Jesselton Point, the journey took 2 and a half hour ride to Kuala Penyu. From Kuala Penyu jetty, we reach Borneo Eagle Resort within 20 - 30 minutes with the speed boat available.
- Sea View Villas -
Every corner looks like a drawn scenery.
- The Entrance to BER -
The resort was officially started operating on the day before we were there, which made we were the first guests that visited the resort. From the exterior, interior architecture, their water system, the rooms decoration amazed us quite a lot.
The environment and the surrounding suits us that really would love to go for a quiet trip, away from our hectic city.
- The Lobby -
Blended with trends and nature design.
- Borneo Eagle Resort -
- Spa Villa -
How about having spa session with scenic view of calm sea view?
There's private pool as well.
- View from Pool Villa -
- View from Pool Villa -
There's three types of villas available, namely, Spa Villa, Coral Villa and Pool Villa.
- Our lunch -
Colours and taste.
We had lunch by the pool.
How glorious would our life would be? 😁
It was nice to visit a new island once in awhile. Sabah is always sunny and lovely and NOW, even BETTER!
VLOG - Available in this entry. Sabah : Gaya Island
It's been a long time since the last we step our feet on the sandy beach of Bunga Raya. Say 5 years ago?
Depart from Jesselton Point, Kota Kinabalu, it takes more or less 20 minutes to reach Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa, which located on the largest Gaya Island of Sabah.
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A familiar bridge while arrived at the island resort. Breezy and relaxing island away from crowded city.
Did I told you that, all of us are able to visit the island resort and even better to enjoy the facilities available as well. Sound interesting and fun right? Yea, I bet you would love to know more of it! Worth for every penny with such excellent hospitality.
- The Beach -
In Kota Kinabalu city itself, we could hardly see such quiet beach now a days, it is frequently crowded with tourists, especially during sunset.
I love to enjoy the breeze, but somehow not the sun. I'm not a good swimmer, how disappointing.
- Infinity Pool -
While having a swim in the pool, we are able to see the infinite sea level. I always admire infinity pool. someday I should visit Bali for that perfect view as well, and for sure with my love one privately. ;)
- The Main Restaurant -
- Wine Cellar -
Having an in house wine cellar would be such a favourable place to be at. A glass or two for the night as well. Bunga Raya Island Resort's Wine Cellar is one of the award winning wine cellar for continuous years.
We were impressed that the wine cellar itself kept more than thousand of wines with price that are more than thousand of Ringgit.
- The 60's Wine -
- The Saturdate -
Three of us hardly see each other at one time now a days, just way busy for life and work.
- The Pantai Restaurant & Bar -
Surprisingly, The Pantai Restaurant & Bar had totally upgraded to another level. It used to be a small outdoor restaurant with a few tables.
Now, it's a new building for leisure and delicious food, next to the sea. Blended in with turquoise colour, mirror of reflection that reflecting the nature from outside to inside the restaurant.
In the other hand, we also had a scrumptious meal with the island resort higher management personnel. I must say that I would really love to return to the island resort for day trip once in a while. Excellent dining experience, thus enjoying their facilities.
- Homemade Bread -
- Entree -
Seared Hokkaido Scallop, Bell Pepper Coulis
- Refresher -
Sorbet
Cold and refreshing sorbet that loved by many of us. It's delicious.
- Main Course -
Pan Seared Organic Grouper Fillet, Crispy Lotus, Pak Choy, Cherry Tomatoes and Chablis Beurre Blanc Sauce
Fresh organic fish from farm which also known as their sister company. I must say that their fishes are always freshly served.
- Main Course -
Grass fed Tenderloin, Asparagus, Paris Mushroom, French Foie Gras and Red Wine Beef Jus
I believe that the skill of a good chef can be known by tasting their tenderloin prepared. Medium rare tenderloin was just nice for me, topped with French Foie Gras was perfect for me.
- Dialoque of Sweet -
Gold Dusted
Spinach Opera Cake
Pandan Cream Brulee
Profiteroles Vanilla Ice Cream
There's always a space for desserts in a woman theory. Which one is my favourite? I may say Pandan Cream Brulee and Profiteroles Vanilla Ice Cream!
- Day Trip -
Are you excited to know about the day trip I have mentioned earlier?!
With RM180.00 per person, we are able to dine in while experiencing all of the complimentary activities at the island resort, including Kayaking (1 hour), Snorkeling and etc. The full list would be as follow.
Worth for every penny doesn't it? :)
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa are always open for the locals and tourists, with such an affordable price as stated, we are no longer felt that visiting to the island resort are expensive as it look!
It was a fine Sunday morning when we went to the island as planned. Even though it's raining season, the weather was good and rain poured the moment when we were back in KK, on the same day when KK was flooded after hours of heavy rain.
- Video of the day -
The truth is we were delighted to experience the trial dive and a media day trip to the new premises "Borneo Divers Dive Academy". Though it named as Academy, however, Borneo Divers Academy also incorporating fun and leisure island trip with a variety of water sports to both local and international tourists.
- STAR Marina Jetty -
After registering ourselves at Borneo Divers' reception at STAR Marina Jetty, it's time for us to depart from KK to Mamutik Island.
Mamutik Island is one of the first diving school in Sabah where diving lesson can be registered!
- Six of Us -
There were six of us went to the island and most of us knew each other, we had a lot of fun together as well!
Such a coincidence that I was watching a rescuing sea creatures clip months ago, it does made me had a thought of trying underwater diving someday, and months later? An invitation from Borneo Divers. It's really some luck I have!
- Borneo Divers Dive Academy at Mamutik Island -
Restaurants that could accommodate up to 500 diners, diving school, hostel (soon), management office and more.
- Restaurant -
There were many tourist from China and Korea when we were there, luckily they were able to queue in sequence when we were having our buffet.
- The Previous Borneo Divers School -
It's only a hut back then. Now with a proper building that is well planned.
From the information we were made known, soon the island will be having hostel facility which ca accommodate with 80 pax for overnight stay for both diving students and guests. In fact, overnight at the island were quite expensive at other islands nearby here in Sabah. In addition, Borneo Divers also accept outdoor wedding if there's guests that planning to.
- From Borneo Divers site -
Borneo Divers had put in a lot of effort to beautify and uplift Mamutik Island. I love to be at the island, but I don't really love to be dark.
- Changing Room -
We were being guided to go their changing room to choose all the necessary item before diving.
- Outdoor -
Done with selecting our preference on size of diving suit and flips.
- Briefing -
Although there will be Master Divers along with us, guiding and holding us along the way from beach to the sea, there will also a short briefing explaining a few sign language of divers and learn a few skill such as removing the water which leak into the photon etc.
All of us without diving experience were completely excited to be able to have a trial dive session. Pricing at RM280.00 (December 2017).
That's Joe, a friendly and knowledgeable Dive Master who guide me during the trial dive session.
- Testing -
I was nervous when I were at the beach trying to suit myself with the equipment and sea water. Breathing is the weird part while in fact, we need go breath normally.
- Trial Dive -
Charlotte was my dive buddy, but she was worried after diving for a while and return to the island later.
Fortunately, Joe tried his best to comfort and convince me to dive further. Yes, I did. I did saw a few types of fish but when I tried to go further, my ears hurt. Why it hurt? It's because of the water pressure. *Sigh... No more diving further when my ears hurt. In such condition, it's because I am not used to be underwater, the symptoms is similar to air pressure during flight.
Anyway, I think we can go for a second trial on the same day as well. In fact, trial diving is an activity that we should not be missed!
Our underwater sight.
After having a short rest, we went for another activity! Kayaking on a transparent kayak!
Another photo session for three of us. :)
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For more information :
Borneo Divers Training Institute Sdn. Bhd.
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.
