13 Sabah Events to be included in Visit Malaysia Year 2007

State of Sabah has submitted 13 events for inclusion in the Visit Malaysia Year 2007.

There will be 2 anchor events, 4 major events, 2 highlight events and 5 supporting events.

The 2 anchor events are:

1. Sabah Fest Celebration, which is Sabah’s most anticipated cultural event where rich and colourful, generations-old cultures and tradition are showcased through dance, music, song, crafts and food.
2. 21st Mount Kinabalu International Climbathon, the world toughest mountain race, which will be held on 6-7 October 2007.

The 4 major events are:

1. Harvest Festival, on May 30-31.
2. 22nd Sabah Dragon Boat Race on June 17.
3. Tip of Borneo Symphony Orchestra in June.
4. Sandakan Memorial Day in August.

The 2 highlights:

1. 4×4 Borneo Safari for adventurers and challange seekers, from October 28 to November 4.
2. Tamu Besar Kota Belud.

The 5 supporting events:

1. Sabah Fishing Tournament, on May 11-13 in Kota Kinabalu.
2. Pesta Rumbia on July 7-8 in Kuala Penyu.
3. Semporna’s Regatta Lepa on April 21-22.
4. Kudat’s Coconut Fest on September 7-9.
5. Kiulu 4M Challange on December 2.

So, have you trip planner organised. You don’t want to miss the event!