A netizen has captivated netizens by documenting her vibrant yellow Axia’s adventurous journey aboard a longboat en route to Kampung Mulu, near the renowned Mulu National Park.
The series of videos, uploaded by on TikTok, has sparked widespread interest and amassed over 1.4 million views in just three days.
Axia going home
In the first video, Gabriella cheerfully captioned, “Today, my baby Axia is going home!”
The footage showcases the small yellow car, affectionately referred to as “Axia Baby,” perched at the bow of a longboat alongside other cargo.
The sight of a car snugly positioned on a boat amidst scenic rivers drew admiration and amusement from viewers, with many commenting on how endearing and surreal the spectacle appeared.
Axia’s journey
The subsequent videos offer glimpses of the longboat navigating vast and narrow river stretches, carrying the yellow Axia through stunning landscapes.
The serene reflections of sunlight on the calm river and the lush greenery on both banks added an almost cinematic touch to the journey.
Viewers likened the car to an adventurer gracefully cruising the river towards the picturesque Mulu village.
One video even detailed the logistical process of transporting the Axia from land to the boat.
The car was hoisted from a tow truck onto the longboat using secured cables, showcasing the meticulous efforts behind this unique operation.
Story behind the trip
Gabriella shared that the trip from Marudi Wharf to Kampung Mulu took six hours by water.
Explaining the necessity of the unusual transport method, she revealed that her seven-year-old Axia, now fully paid off, has been her loyal companion in Kuching.
With no gas stations or repair shops in Kampung Mulu, she decided to bring the car home to serve her elderly family members.
Our family business provides heavy goods transport services via waterways, including vehicles, and we also offer Mulu tourism packages,” she wrote.
Gabriella clarified that the cost of transporting vehicles is calculated based on weight and size, typically under RM5,000.
She added that they have even transported trucks using larger steel longboats in the past.
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