The Nabalu Market
The Nabalu Market
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roaming_kiwi58
Christchurch, New Zealand2,816 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
Stopped here on the way to Mt Kinabalu. Great views from the lookout point. As many shops were closed when we were in Kota Kinabalu the previous day it was good to be able to browse the stalls and my husband got some nice tops. As well as clothing there was a lot of food available. Clearly aimed at the tourist, but a reasonable stop on the drive up.
Written 1 July 2023
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LRMcK
Cairns, Australia1,963 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
Two types of stalls. One selling souvenirs and the others selling fruit, nuts and snacks. All prices are the same at every stall and they all sell the same thing. Souvenirs and tshirts are more expensive than Kota Kinabalu. Disappointing and a tourist trap for the unwary.
Written 5 March 2020
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Itravel0ne
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia2,389 contributions
Mar 2020 • Friends
Typical roadside market but with more handicrafts then local produces. No doubt it is cater more for tourists and price is more than in town. But sometimes you do get fresh produces. On a fine day, you can catch a great view of the mountain.
Written 7 March 2020
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Haleemo
Singapore, Singapore22 contributions
Jul 2019 • Family
Plenty of souvenirs at prices cheaper than Filipino market. Shops selling mostly similar items tho. You'd have to look out for unique items (such as the wooden face masks) if you're keen on such stuff.
Some shops selling sliced fruits and local food items. Only saw two shops/ cafes selling cooked food.
Offers a nice view of Kinabalu.
Most importantly, the stop here is for the use of the toilet, which is not the cleanest, that costs 30 cents.
Some shops selling sliced fruits and local food items. Only saw two shops/ cafes selling cooked food.
Offers a nice view of Kinabalu.
Most importantly, the stop here is for the use of the toilet, which is not the cleanest, that costs 30 cents.
Written 1 July 2019
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Big Asian Choice
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia238 contributions
Jul 2019 • Family
Nearby the Nabalu town market, there was a dedicated lookout to view Mount Kinabalu and surrounding rolling mountains and valleys. It was an excellent direct view of Mount Kinabalu but unfortunately for me, it was so cloudy that Mount Kinabalu could not be seen at all. The surrounding mountains was majestic, with clear view of some highland villages. The lookout provides one of the best viewpoint of Mount Kinabalu and its surroundings, and worth a visit while on a drive to Kinabalu Park.
Nabalu town Mount Kinabalu Lookout is not to be confused with Kota Belud Mount Kinabalu Lookout. Both Nabalu and Kota Belud are two different towns found in Kota Belud District, providing two different viewpoints of Mount Kinabalu.
Nabalu town Mount Kinabalu Lookout is not to be confused with Kota Belud Mount Kinabalu Lookout. Both Nabalu and Kota Belud are two different towns found in Kota Belud District, providing two different viewpoints of Mount Kinabalu.
Written 16 July 2019
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Luthfi Suib
Penang, Malaysia40 contributions
Sept 2018 • Family
1 hour drive from Tamparuli, one of the best place I have seen ever during 2 hours driving from Kota Kinabalu to Ranau. From here can see peak of Mount Kinabalu. More than that, you can buy many local souvenirs, food and rare fruits! I wish I could come here again
Written 14 November 2018
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Jo-Ann
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia17,192 contributions
Feb 2018 • Friends
Lovely little market. Lots of snacks and fruits to buy. Perfect spot to take pics of the mountain. Toilets are available. Great spot to stretch your legs and enjoy local products and produce.
Written 22 February 2018
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Sam T
Adelaide, Australia94 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
Along with the magnificent view of Mt Kinabalu the markets sell a variety of dried and fresh fruits and nuts, wooden articles, clothing and general souvenirs. We enjoyed having a look around at what was on offer. The prices are cheaper here than what we found in Kota Kinabalu and Sandakan, with a good variety to choose from. There are toilets requiring payment to use at the site.
Written 25 June 2019
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Steven
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Jun 2019 • Family
Every stall selling the same thing. Prices can be negotiable. there's a nice view of the Mt Kinabalu if you go to the back of all the stalls.
Only one or two stalls selling abit different items like souvenirs.
Thats it
Only one or two stalls selling abit different items like souvenirs.
Thats it
Written 11 June 2019
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KatielouAustralia
Hobart, Australia1,910 contributions
Apr 2019 • Friends
Stopped here on a tour bus. Great lookout for photos of Mt Kinabalu. The market itself has a range of souvenirs, T-shirts and food items. Most stalls sell the same items so it is not easy to get a good bargain. Well worth the stop just for the view!
Written 3 May 2019
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I'm not sure, but they were open when we went there approx 10am.
Written 25 November 2019
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