Sabah Tea Plantation & Kundasang War Memorial tour from Sandakan

Taste pesticide-free tea at Borneo's only organic plantation, then walk the war memorial's four gardens.

A full-day tour from Sandakan to Sabah Tea Plantation and Kundasang War Memorial, with a guided tea factory tour, set lunch and visits to four memorial gardens. The plantation sits 2,272 feet above sea level where the 130-million-year-old rainforest keeps insects away without pesticides. Tea factory tours close on Sundays and public holidays, replaced by a plantation briefing on those days.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Tea Plantation and War Memorial

• Explore Sabah Tea Plantation
• Visit Kundasang War Memorial gardens

The experience

The tour begins in Sandakan and heads to Sabah Tea, the only organic tea farm in Borneo. At 2,272 feet above sea level, the plantation harvests without pesticides because insects are drawn to the ancient rainforest surrounding it instead. You'll tour the tea factory (or receive a plantation briefing if the factory is closed), taste a welcome drink, and sit down to set lunch on the grounds. The cool mountain air and views of Mount Kinabalu frame the afternoon.

After tea, the route continues to Kundasang War Memorial, a contemplation site with four distinct gardens: Australian, English, Borneo and Contemplation Garden with Pool. The memorial honors World War II heroes and the scent of roses fills the serene grounds. Your driver-guide leads you through both stops in an air-conditioned vehicle, and the full day runs about ten hours from start to finish.

What’s included

• Driver-guide in English.
• welcome drink at the tea plantation.
• set lunch.
• tea factory tour or plantation briefing.
• entry to Kundasang War Memorial.
• air-conditioned vehicle.
• pickup from Sandakan.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 4 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Magunatip Holidays Sdn Bhd

Is this one for you?Book this private tour if you want to move at your own pace between two stops without coordinating separate transport or joining a shared group. The ten-hour span works for travelers based in Sandakan who can start at 8:30am, 10:30am or 2:30pm depending on the rest of their day.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What is Sabah Tea and why is it pesticide-free?

Sabah Tea is Borneo's only organic tea farm, located 2,272 feet above sea level where a 130-million-year-old rainforest surrounds the plantation. Insects are naturally drawn to the rainforest rather than the tea plants, so the harvest needs no pesticides.

What happens if the tea factory is closed when I visit?

The tea factory closes on Sundays and public holidays. On those days, you receive a plantation briefing instead of the factory tour, so you still learn about the tea and taste the welcome drink.

What are the four gardens at Kundasang War Memorial?

Kundasang War Memorial has an Australian Garden, English Garden, Borneo Garden and Contemplation Garden with Pool. The site honors World War II heroes and the rose-scented grounds create a quiet space for reflection.

What time does the tour start and how long does it take?

Departures run at 8:30am, 10:30am or 2:30pm from Sandakan. The full day lasts about ten hours, ending at the war memorial.

Is Mount Kinabalu visible from the tea plantation?

Yes, the majestic Mount Kinabalu is visible from the plantation at its elevation of 2,272 feet above sea level.