North Borneo Railway

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The North Borneo Railway is operated on every
Monday, Wednesday and Saturday between Kota
Kinabalu and Papar.
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NORTH BORNEO RAILWAY
Managed by Sutera Harbour Resort
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Construction of the then North Borneo Railway
began in 1896 under the command of civil
engineer Arthur J.West.
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It was originally intended primarily for the
transportation of tobacco from the interior areas
of North Borneo to the coast for export.
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The Vulcan wood-fired steam locomotives
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The Vulcan is the last of a fleet of steam
engines that have plied the tracks through Borneo
since the last 1800s. It is also one of the
only few functional wood-fired steam locomotives
left in the world.
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THE ROUTE
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Picturesque view of the South China Sea
Borneos rainforest
Scenic view along the route.
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Paddy Fields
Sago plantation along the riverbanks
Sago plantation along the riverbanks
Scenic view along the route.
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Historical Site
Tropical Rainforest
Tropical Rainforest
Scenic view along the route.
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Passengers will be welcomed by . . . . .
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a well-appointed train steward attired in
the days of the British colony.
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Each carriage can accommodate 16 persons giving a
total seating capacity of 80 passengers.
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The train features five fully refurbished
colonial-styled passenger train carriages.
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MEAL RIDE
On the return journey, experience lunch in
traditional tiffin boxes featuring an exotic
blend of Continental and Malaysian delights.
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BOOK your seat NOW for a nostalgic train ride
onboard the North Borneo Railway.
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Please contact Email info_at_northborneorailway.com
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