Explore Malaysian Borneo: Sabah’s Floating Coral Bar

From an aerial view, Sabah’s Floating Coral Bar may look like Vlasoff Cay in Queensland, Australia - a picturesque sandbar in the coral-studded sea, but it’s different.

What you will actually see are many coral fragments that are believed to have been washed away over time due to the convergence of sea currents, forming a naturally low island.

At low tide, this coral island presents itself as if it is a onekilometre long strip of land tucked between Sulu Sea and the South China Sea. Conversely, at high tide, it totally submerges in crystal waters.

This natural wonder which was discovered a few years ago, is now becoming a new tourism attraction and hidden gem of Pitas, a remote area which is located at the northern tip of Sabah.

Its potential to be developed as a ‘floating bar’ is being spearheaded by Archangle Borneo Holiday, thus offering a unique dining experience in the middle of the sea, like no other!

One of the best ways to enjoy the Floating Coral Bar’s spectacular scenery is from a sea kayak! You may also opt for other water activities including snorkelling, paddle boarding or just relaxing while sipping a fresh coconut juice on ‘water’ carpet. In fact, there are 26 local community boats that have also been registered to bring in local visitors to the Floating Coral Bar.

DID YOU KNOW?

Malaysia Airlines flies 10 daily services from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu, the capital city of Sabah.