Amazing Borneo Tours, in collaboration with Sabah Parks and MountKinabalu.com, recently held a ceremony to present new uniforms to all licensed Mount Kinabalu mountain guides. This event is part of Amazing Borneo Tours’ Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives.

The ceremony celebrated the declaration of Kinabalu Geopark as a UNESCO Global Geopark, highlighting the area’s rich natural and cultural heritage. This prestigious recognition is a testament to the relentless efforts of Sabah Parks staff to preserve the world-renowned site.

“Achieving UNESCO Global Geopark status is a milestone that reflects our dedication to not only preserving Mount Kinabalu's natural beauty for future generations but also providing opportunities for local communities through various initiatives within the KUGGp programme,” said Justinus Guntabid, Chief Assistant Director of Kinabalu Geopark, KUGGp and World Heritage Site. 

He added, “The UNESCO Global Geopark logo on the sleeves of the shirts enables our mountain guides to share our world-class status with pride.”

A highlight of the event was the presentation of new uniform t-shirts to the licensed mountain guides, uniting them under the Mountain Guide Association. Sponsored by Amazing Borneo Tours and provided free of charge to all licensed association members, these t-shirts symbolize the guides' unity and professional identity, fostering a strong sense of community among them.

“The new uniforms not only provide a sense of pride and belonging but also reinforce the commitment of our guides to ensuring a safe and memorable experience for all climbers and visitors,” shared Justinus, “For that, we are very grateful to Amazing Borneo Tours for contributing these shirts.”

As a partner of Kinabalu Geopark, Amazing Borneo Tours' sponsorship reflects their deep commitment to supporting Kinabalu Geopark and the Mountain Guide Association's dedication to climber and visitor safety. Their involvement also emphasizes the importance of conserving the natural habitat surrounding Kinabalu Geopark for long-term sustainability.

"We are honoured to support the efforts of KUGGp and the Mountain Guide Association in maintaining the safety and natural beauty of this iconic destination,” said Lesley Hiew, Operations Director of Amazing Borneo Tours. Explaining the idea behind the uniforms, Lesley shared, “The uniforms were designed with safety in mind, featuring elements of red to increase the visibility of guides and make it easier for climbers to spot them.”

MountKinabalu.com, as a close partner to KUGGp, is dedicated to ensuring that accurate and timely information from Sabah Parks reaches the public. This collaboration has been crucial in providing visitors with reliable information and promoting the conservation efforts that make KUGGp a world-renowned destination.