North Borneo Heritage Sunset Train

A Scenic Afternoon from Kota Kinabalu

Discover a different side of Sabah aboard the North Borneo Sunset Train. Your afternoon journey begins at Tanjung Aru Railway Station in Kota Kinabalu and continues towards Papar. Along the way, enjoy countryside scenery from your carriage window as you leave the city behind.The ride gives you time to settle in and enjoy the changing views. Meanwhile, the carriage’s wooden details and striped seats add to the atmosphere. You can also take photographs of the interior and capture small moments from your afternoon.

Coastal Views at Pantai Benoni

Next, the journey brings you to Pantai Benoni for a stop by the coast. Here, take a walk on the sand, enjoy the seaside setting and spend time with your travel companions.As evening approaches, watch the light change across the beach and sea. You can also photograph the shoreline, the train and shared moments with your group. Sunset colours vary with the weather, so each visit offers a different view of the coast.

A Relaxed Outing Together

The North Borneo Sunset Train offers a relaxed outing with family, friends or your partner. Whether you enjoy photography or simply watching the scenery, take time to appreciate the surroundings.In addition, the mix of a railway journey and a coastal stop gives your afternoon a change of scene. Share a conversation during the ride, capture a favourite view or enjoy a quiet moment beside the sea. These simple moments are part of what makes an afternoon together memorable.

Return to Tanjung Aru

Afterwards, rejoin the train for the return journey to Tanjung Aru Railway Station. As the outing comes to a close, look back through your photographs and enjoy the final part of the ride.Before your visit, you can also explore Sabah’s railway history. For more ways to discover the region, browse our Sabah tours with TYH Borneo Tours & Travel.