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KOTA KINABALU: Decked out with flashing lights and cartoon characters, accompanied by on-board rhythmic music, the power-assisted richshaws are adding a robust and loud entrance to the Teluk Likas (or Likas Bay Park) esplanade in Kota Kinabalu. The new tourist attraction was launched on April 18, with 12 rickshaws operated by Galaxy Nite Ride. Its manager, Khairiel Anuar Addnan said the rickshaws are a unique attraction here and should be promoted among local and foreign tourists. Speaking to New Sabah Times, he said the operation is approved by Kota Kinabalu City Hall (DBKK) which manages the esplanade where locals picnic and enjoy the use of the several kilometer-long cycling and jogging track. “We have Beca Melaka (driver + 2 adult + 1 children), Beca Kodok (4 riders + 2 children), Swan or Shark (2 riders + 2 passengers) and Duo Bike (2 riders). “However, for the Beca Melaka, it is only available until the end of this month, as we are only renting it from Melaka. Prices are between RM30 to RM40 per session (depends on the type of bicycle character). “The route starts from Anjung Perdana heading towards Taman Awam Teluk Likas and back. “We are opened by 5pm until 11pm daily and welcome the public to enjoy the ride,” he said, adding that those who wish to try the beca are urged to come early and buy their ticket at the counter, next to the Anjung Perdana Food Court. In conjunction with its launching, Galaxy Nite Ride also held a promotion where guests can redeem RM5 at their ticketing counter by showing their best photos with #galaxyniteride #becasabah hashtag on their FB / Instagram wall. Winners of the hashtag contest will stand a chance to win an IPhone X. Promotion ends on May 18 while photo hashtag contest ends at Oct 18, 2018. Both contests are subject to terms and condition. Likas Bay Park was opened to the public in December 2008. It has children’s playground, fitness stations, nicely paved pedestrian pathway, plaza, gazebos (resting huts), public toilets and car parks. Source: New Sabah Times