Lok Kawi

Thirty minutes out of KK is Lok Kawi wildlife park. Originally a Malaysian Government section looking after rescued and injured anaimals, now its a commercial operation open to the public.

My faorites were the Orang-utans with babies and teh otters. At one stage we saw a mother 'rang' have a drink from both her own teets. They dont generally hold their babies but the babies are like limpets with their Mums.

Dale and Group ----- WELCOME TO SABAH in the island of Borneo!

Island Water Village

Just a few kilometres off the coast from Kota Kinabalu there are a shoal of water vilages. They appear amazingly fragile. It seems that even the slighest blow or tidal surge would sweep them away. Built from unused timber and iron they cling together and provide the strructure for a vibrant and supportive community.

Colin organised the boat hire - a long sleek looking vessel made out of ancient wooden planks left over from the water village that just fitted our band of seven sailors. Stability wasn't a major feature but this one did come equipped with a motor that worked and life jackets. RM$150 for 90 minutes and we sped away in a flurry of foam.

KK Night Fish Markets

We've had a day's break in Kota Kinabalu Borneo to recharge batteries. Last night a few of us ventured into the night fish markets - this an experience no traveller to KK should miss. Swuirls of grilled fish smoke and the tantalising delights of fresh fish,scampi and squid cooked Bornean style with local spices. The meal for four of us less than A$20.

Land Beneath the Wind

Yesterday I swam in the rain then had lunch with friends of Bill Bachman. They were from Melbourne and sailing on a yacht (pictured by Colin) through SE Asia then back to Australia. They told me Bill gave them two great photography tips - photograpaph at the right time of the day. And the second tip - the most important button onnyour camera is the DELETE button.