Sarang Burung Bukit Matanoi in Keningau
Finally, someone in Sabah Borneo has created the famous man-made bird’s nest for Instagram and social media photos.
The name Sarang Burung actually translates as Bird’s Nest in English, and it is commonly called by the local Malay name here.
Getting photographed during the sunset at the Sarang Burung in Keningau |
What is so special about these man-made overly large bird’s nest? Well, bird’s nest attractions have been very famous throughout Indonesia due to the sharing of social media postings, namely on Instagram and Facebook.
How visitors dress up at the Indonesian ‘Sarang Burung’ for photography |
Several places around Indonesia have been doing this since a couple of years ago, with some of them amazingly beautiful. Locals take the initiative to bring even costumes for their photography.
Apart from the common bird’s nest, some even create special themed platforms to beautify the overall photograph.
One example is the themed sunflower platform where the person sits in the middle, while it overlooks a river and ravine.
Different types of Sarang Burung found all over Indonesia which are very unique |
A Sunflower Deck, that is hugely popular in Indonesia for photography |
With the popularity of these gaining in Indonesia, it was a matter of time before this caught on in Malaysia.
This then resulted in bringing the ‘Sarang Burung’ concept into Sabah Borneo, as there are several beautiful hills with lush scenery available.
They already had a beautiful hill that locals used to hike up for sunsets and turned this into one of Sabah’s latest rural tourism attractions.
Matanoi Hill viewpoint made entirely out of natural bamboo |
At Matanoi Hill, there is also other tourism products available, not just the bird’s nest. There is a man-made lookout point which is built entirely with bamboo.
This structure is solid, but a limited number of people are allowed at any one time.
A series of other man-made items are found around Bukit Matanoi |
This is the initiative of the Bukit Matanoi people, who are working together with the local tourism council. A mini rabbit farm is also found here where this is mainly for the children and families.
The 1st Sarang Burung at Matanoi Hill in Keningau |
The second Sarang Burung at Matanoi Hill in Keningau, Sabah |
This has one of the best views as you can get and overall view of the hillside and even the sunset here.
*Note – Please exercise caution when getting in around here as they are built on a slope. Especially if you are with kids, be careful as you do not want to slip and roll down.
Usually, locals will self drive all the way here and park by the road where they will trek or hike up.
Address for Bukit Matanoi Hill
Off Jalan Apin-Apin Bundu Kg. Tiga,
Apin-Apin, Keningau, Sabah.
Bukit Matanoi Hill GPS Coordinates: 5°29’34″N 116°14’46″E
Photo Credits goes to;
1. Bukit Matanoi Facebook Page
2. Discover Keningau Facebook Page
A local is seen posing in the man-made bird’s nest at Matanoi Hill |
When is the Best Time to Visit Bukit Matanoi?
The best time to visit Bukit Matanoi is during the weekdays, as it can get really crowded on weekends and public holidays.
If you do go there during this time, expect a crowd here. This means you may need to wait for your turn to get your photographs.
This district also celebrated the Visit Keningau Year 2018 and there are many other sights and attractions found in this district. They range from adventure, nature, food and culture and history.
More importantly, to cater to the current social media lifestyle of the younger generation tourist and travellers.
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