Passionate – Dedicated – Professional
Who We Are?
SPESB is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Board of Trustees of Sabah Parks, established on 18 December 2002. The company manages two iconic hostels more than 3,000 meters above sea level on Mount Kinabalu and handles climber reservations and information services.
📌 Incorporated in: Malaysia
📌 Business: Managing Resorts and Parks
Objectives
SPESB is committed to driving sustainable growth through strategic investments and partnerships that benefit both the company and Sabah Parks. Our goals include:
Sustainable Investment
Making smart, long-term investments that support conservation and financial sustainability.
Strategic Partnership
Forming joint ventures to enhance tourism infrastructure and services.
Collaborative Growth
Building profitable partnerships that improve the visitor experience.
Eco-Tourism Promotion
Promoting nature-based tourism through engaging education programs.
Financial Stability
Ensuring financial sustainability to fund conservation and development efforts.
Stakeholder Collaboration
Collaborating with stakeholders to achieve shared environmental and community goals.
Core Values
SPESB is guided by strong values that shape our mission and actions:
Strategic Investment
We invest wisely to support both economic growth and conservation.
Collaboration
We work closely with partners, communities, and agencies to achieve shared goals.
Innovation
We embrace new ideas to enhance returns and protect Sabah’s environment.
Transparency
We operate with honesty, accountability, and clear communication.
Community Engagement
We include and empower local communities in our initiatives.
Environmental Stewardship
We prioritize sustainability and the protection of natural resources in all we do.
Our – Journey
Our Key Milestones
Sabapak Eco Sdn Bhd (SPESB) has grown steadily since its founding as a Sabah Parks subsidiary, focusing on sustainable management of high-altitude accommodations and climber services on Mount Kinabalu.
SPESB Incorporated
Signed official management agreement with Sabah Parks
Actively managing Panalaban and Lemaing Hostels and handling climber reservations
Our Roles
Promoting sustainability through eco-tourism and responsible leadership.
In Eco-Tourism
- Promoting sustainable tourism practices
- Minimizing environmental footprint at high-altitude accommodations
- Supporting Sabah Park’s conservation objectives
- Enhancing local employment and training
Leadership & Governance
- Board Structure
- Key Figures : Chief Executive Officer of SPESB
- Close collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism, Culture & Environment