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Monsopiad Cultural Village Tour from Kota Kinabalu

By Asni Tours & Travel (M) Sdn Bhd

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Overview

The only cultural village in Sabah. This cultural village was opened in memory of the great and legendary Kadazan Warrior Monsopiad and built on the very land where Monsopiad lived and roamed some three centuries ago

At the Village, visit the Tangkob or Grainery where the padi is housed.Kotos Di Monsopiad or Monsopiad’s Main House is dedicated to the life and times of Monsopiad and his descendants. On display are ceramic jars, padi grinders, bamboo items as well as the costume of Bobohizan Inai Bianti, direct descendant of Monsopiad and very senior high priestess.

Other interesting exhibits include the massive monolith which invokes a dozen legends, the traditional restaurant and of course Siou Do Mohoing, or the House of Skulls, where all 42 ‘trophies’ of Monsopiad hang from the rafters.

Activity location

  • Monsopiad Heritage Village
    • Jalan Putatan Ramayah
    • 89507, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Kota Kinabalu
    • Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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What's included, what's not

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    Light refreshment
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    English Speaking Guide
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    Air-conditioned vehicle
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    Admission to : Monsopiad Cultural Village
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    Hotel or Cruise Terminal pickup and drop-off (please select the correct pickup point during booking)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drinks, unless specified
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    Gratuities
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    1 Borneo Hotels & Outskirt Hotels Pick up & drop-off additional charges applied. USD 15 per person
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Surcharge 30% to be applied during super peak / festive season & must be paid on the day of travel

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Guided Tour Timing 1000hrs / 1200hrs / 1500hrs
  • 1 Borneo Hotels & Outskirt Hotels Pick up & drop-off additional charges applied. Additional USD 9 per person
  • Minimum 4 travelers is required to operate this tour, we have the right to cancel if travelers is not enough
  • Surcharge 30% to be applied during super peak / festive season & must be paid on the day of travel

Activity itinerary

Monsopiad Heritage Village

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Depart from the city hotel for Monsopiad Cultural Village, the only cultural village in Sabah. This cultural village was opened in memory of the great and legendary Kadazan Warrior Monsopiad and built on the very land where Monsopiad lived and roamed some three centuries ago. It is run by the direct descendants of Monsopiad, and so vivid their stories that one can feel the presence of the long gone warrior. Upon arrival, a welcome drink (local rice wine) is served at the village. Then, join the local guide on a guided tour where the guide will bring you to the House of Skull, where they take care of Monsopiad’s headhunting trophies in the village. They will tell you everything you always wanted to know about head hunting. More than being a museum, the Monsopiad Cultural Village aims at documenting, reviving and keeping alive the culture and traditions of the Kadazan people. You can also enjoy the cultural dances which you may also take part in. Transfer back to the hotel

Location

Activity location

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    Monsopiad Heritage Village
    • Jalan Putatan Ramayah
    • 89507, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Kota Kinabalu
    • Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia
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    International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu
    • 88400, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia

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