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Things to do in Kota Kinabalu

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Kota Kinabalu Kawa-Kawa River Cruise Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies with Hi-Tea & Dinner Shared Day Tour
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46 consecutive positive reviews
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Duration: 6 hrs
4.9/5
Excellent· 46 reviews· 844 booked
FromIDR 655,827
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Sabah Kawa Mangrove Forest Day Trip [Small group tour available | Mosque | Proboscis monkeys and fireflies]
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91% of travelers recommend
Free cancellation
Duration: 4.5 hrs
4.7/5
Very good· 122 reviews· 2.1k booked
FromIDR 458,537
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Sabah Mantanani Island Day Trip [Limited-Time Special Offer | New Resort | Optional Diving/Mangrove Retreat]
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91.9% of travelers recommend
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Duration: 6.2 hrs
4.7/5
Very good· 173 reviews· 2.3k booked
FromIDR 765,854
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Desa Dairy Farm + Poring Hot Spring + Mount Kinabalu Observation Desk [Lunch included]
󱩳Admire stunning views of the iconic peaks and explore the diverse trails of this UNESCO World Heritage site, which is rich in flora and fauna.
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Duration: 11.2 hrs
4.0/5
Good· 8 reviews· 185 booked
FromIDR 884,090
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Desa Cattle Dairy Cow Farm + ATV + Paragliding one-day tour [Lunch Included] - Join In Tour (Group of 2+)
󱩳Enjoy a hassle-free one-day tour to Kinabalu Park, including hotel transfer service and a multilingual guide who provides insights along the way. Choose an exciting ATV adventure (30-45 minutes) to explore the rugged terrain or experience the thrill of Paragliding. visit the Desa Dairy Cattle Farm to witness the dairy cows in action and enjoy the view.
Free cancellation
Duration: 7.9 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 2 reviews· 70 booked
FromIDR 974,888
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Kinabalu Park, Poring Hot Spring & Desa Dairy Farm Shared Day Tour
󱩳Escape the hustle and bustle of Sabah's cities and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Kinabalu Park with this exhilarating Malaysian adventure!
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Duration: 10.7 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 3 reviews· 42 booked
FromIDR 1,827,915
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Kinabalu Park & Poring Hot Spring 1-Day Shared Tour
󱩳Escape the hustle and bustle of Sabah's cities and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Kinabalu Park with this exhilarating Malaysian adventure!
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Duration: 10.2 hrs
4.6/5
Satisfied· 8 reviews· 85 booked
FromIDR 1,763,400
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Sabah Kota Kinabalu Mamutik & Manukan Island Snorkeling Shared Day Tour Optional Water Activities
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Duration: 6.4 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 3 reviews· 106 booked
FromIDR 683,856

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Tanjung Aru Beach Stand-Up Paddleboarding 2.5 hr [Kota Kinabalu Tanjung Aru Sunrise Sunset Paddleboarding 2.5 hr/Kayaking Sabah Malaysia]
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Duration: 2.5 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 6 reviews· 97 booked
FromIDR 386,605
Paddleboarding (1-5 hours) [Tanjung Aru Sunrise & Sunset Paddleboarding, Fishing, kayaking, SUP Experience Half-Day Tour]
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346 travelers saved
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English
4.6/5
Satisfied· 9 reviews· 373 booked
FromIDR 385,366
KIULU White Water River Rafting with Transfer
󱩳Get an adrenaline boost with a white water rafting trip down KIULU River Letyour expert English instructor guide you as you explore the scenic KIULU River Enjoy a delicious lunch at the end of your white water rafting adventure
Free cancellation
Duration: 5–6 hrs
4.8/5
Very good· 4 reviews· 94 booked
FromIDR 819,403
SSI Open Water Diver Course 2 Day | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
󱩳The SSI (Scuba Schools International) diving certification opens up a whole new world of experiences. As a globally recognized certification program, it's your gateway to a lifetime of diving adventures.
Free cancellation
Duration: 2 days
5.0/5
Excellent· 5 reviews
FromIDR 5,806,269
Chi, The Spa (Tanjong)
󱩳Chi, The Spa at Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu features a unique spa design concept and is located in an independent spa village on the island, connected to the hotel by a private causeway. The spa menu features traditional Bornean treatments based on natural botanicals and focused on energy perception, reflecting the region’s diverse cultural heritage.
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FromIDR 1,410,720
SSI Open Water Diver & Advanced Open Water Course 4 Days | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
󱩳SSI International Diving School's diving certification opens up a whole new world for you, offering a globally recognized way to become a certified diver. Through personalized training and in-water practice, you'll master essential skills and earn your SSI Open Water Diver certification.
Free cancellation
Duration: 4 days
5.0/5
Excellent· 1 review
FromIDR 10,537,342
Tanjung Aru BeachPaddle board1.5 hours [Sunrise or Sunset Stand-Up Paddle (1.5 Hours)]
󱩳Paddle across the open sea and soak in the beautiful views at the Tanjung Aru beach coast
Duration: 1–2 hrs
FromIDR 386,605
Kiulu White River Rafting
Free cancellation
Duration: 5 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 3 reviews
FromIDR 837,122

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Stay connected in Kota Kinabalu

Various Kota Kinabalu eSIM options with easy renewals and hotspot access. Your essential travel companion.

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Malaysia 5G eSIM | Day Pass/Total Data Package | 1-30 Days | 24-Hour Billing | QR Code
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2.002k bookings in 7 days
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Renewable
4.5/5
Satisfied· 2k reviews· 58.5k booked
51% off
Limited-time sale
FromIDR 2,573IDR 5,252
Malaysia 5G eSIM | Supports mainstream apps including TikTok, Google Maps & ChatGPT | Day Pass/Total Package | 24H Billing | 1-30 days | QR code
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90.4% of travelers recommend
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Renewable
4.6/5
Satisfied· 2.4k reviews· 54.8k booked
50% off
Limited-time sale
FromIDR 2,511IDR 5,023
Singapore/Malaysia/Indonesia 5G eSIM | TikTok & ChatGPT Available | In-App Installation | Day Pass/Total Data Package | 24-Hour Billing | QR Code
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91.1% of travelers recommend
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Renewable
4.6/5
Satisfied· 3.4k reviews· 86.9k booked
50% off
Limited-time sale
FromIDR 2,825IDR 5,651
Malaysia U Mobile 5G eSIM | Local IP Low Latency | Full AI & TikTok Access | 1-30 Days | Instant QR
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33 consecutive positive reviews
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Hotspot capable
4.6/5
Satisfied· 150 reviews· 3.8k booked
69% off
Limited-time sale
FromIDR 1,874IDR 6,048
Malaysia | U Mobile eSIM | Multi-day data selections | High-speed throughout | QR code
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93.8% of travelers recommend
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Hotspot capable
4.7/5
Very good· 336 reviews· 7.3k booked
FromIDR 4,186
Malaysia 5G eSIM | Triple Network Coverage | Full AI & TikTok Access | 1–30 Days | Instant QR
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92.2% of travelers recommend
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Hotspot capable
4.7/5
Very good· 51 reviews· 1k booked
70% off
Limited-time sale
FromIDR 1,884IDR 6,281
Southeast Asia (7 countries) | 5G/4G eSIM | Day Pass/Total Package | 24H Billing | 1-30 days | QR code
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Selling fast
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Renewable
4.6/5
Satisfied· 1.5k reviews· 25.5k booked
50% off
Limited-time sale
FromIDR 2,302IDR 4,605
Southeast Asia 5 Destinations 5G eSIM | Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia | 1–30 Days | Instant QR
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21 consecutive positive reviews
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Hotspot capable
4.8/5
Very good· 314 reviews· 5.7k booked
70% off
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FromIDR 2,303IDR 7,677

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Reviews: Kota Kinabalu Kawa-Kawa River Cruise Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies with Hi-Tea & Dinner Shared Day Tour

Guest User2026-02-23

Our tour guide, Xiao Chen, was lovely and wonderful! There were more places to eat than we expected, and fresh coconuts were available for purchase. The mountain road was a bit bumpy, but that was unavoidable given the environment. There was also a free farm where we could feed the animals, which were very cute. The staff on the boats to see the monkeys and fireflies were all very cheerful. It was a very worthwhile trip!

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Reviews: Sabah Kawa Mangrove Forest Day Trip [Small group tour available | Mosque | Proboscis monkeys and fireflies]

Guest User2026-01-12

I think this is a very worthwhile part of Kota Kinabalu; the fireflies are beautiful, and the tour guide is excellent. Aside from the slightly bumpy ride on the main road, there are no other downsides.

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Reviews: Sabah Mantanani Island Day Trip [Limited-Time Special Offer | New Resort | Optional Diving/Mangrove Retreat]

Guest User2026-02-28

During the Chinese New Year, the price of over 500 yuan per person is definitely not as good as usual, and a lot of time is wasted waiting for people to be picked up. Normally, with around 300+ people and fewer people, the experience would be much better. Overall, I'm still willing to give it a good review, because it's truly remarkable that they were able to arrange food, drinks, and entertainment for so many people with different itineraries and requirements, and even provide staggered pick-up and drop-off services during the Chinese New Year holiday. Although the journey is long, the scenery is stunning, and we even saw some wildlife 👍. The itinerary was rich and varied, including snorkeling, sightseeing, monkey watching, firefly watching, sunset viewing, and ironwork performances. We drove back and forth several times on an extremely bumpy road near the Kawa entrance 😂. The downsides are that the morning was rushed; we were too pressed for time on the island. There wasn't much to see while snorkeling; we only caught a few fish with bread. Furthermore, the resort was just an area enclosed by iron railings, with no hot water, and we had to queue to shower in smelly toilets. We didn't see the white sandbar, had a long lunch queue, and didn't take many photos before leaving. The bubbles sprayed on the sand looked a bit dirty and not dreamy at all. The transparent paddleboards weren't enough to keep us entertained, and they started rushing us back after we only took a few photos. The boats rocked so much in the big waves that it gave me a headache. These things are understandable and acceptable, but I was a little disappointed that the experience didn't match the description.

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Reviews: Desa Dairy Farm + Poring Hot Spring + Mount Kinabalu Observation Desk [Lunch included]

Guest User2026-02-08

My expectations were high, so I was a little disappointed. The journey was long, but the driver's excellent skills saved us a lot of time. I don't know if we didn't choose the right language for the tour guide, but the company sent someone whose Mandarin wasn't very good, so it was a disadvantage for me since my English isn't good. Also, the suspension bridge was under construction and temporarily closed, which should have been mentioned in the itinerary (disappointing). Seeing the Rafflesia today was a memorable and happy experience.

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Reviews: Desa Cattle Dairy Cow Farm + ATV + Paragliding one-day tour [Lunch Included] - Join In Tour (Group of 2+)

Guest User2025-09-12

Very good, ...

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Reviews: Kinabalu Park, Poring Hot Spring & Desa Dairy Farm Shared Day Tour

Guest User2025-11-29

We had Jeff aka Mr Handsome as our guide. He was v responsible and contacted us a day before w details abt the tour. Jeff has excellent communication skills and is sensitive to the needs of the travellers. He made a slight change due to the weather and bcos of this we avoided the jams. He is very experienced and you feel v assured and relaxed throughout the whole trip. I could not find anything that really needs improving(maybe the potholes). One of the most excellent and knowledgeable guides we have come across through our many decades of tours. He never stops learning. I will not hesitate to recommend Jeff. We got to see our rafflesia and the desa farm was brilliant. The small hike at poring springs was enjoyable! Tqvm for a wonderful day and arrangements!

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