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Sabah Kawa Mangrove Forest Day Trip [Small group tour available | Mosque | Proboscis monkeys and fireflies]
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90.8% of travelers recommend
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Duration: 4.5 hrs
4.7/5
Very good· 120 reviews· 2k booked
FromSEK 248.00
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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· 836 booked
FromSEK 354.00
Sapi Island Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia + Manukan Island Day Tour [Snorkeling + Seafood Buffet Lunch + Water Attractions & Tours]
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73 travelers saved
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Duration: 5.5 hrs
3.5/5
· 2 reviews· 146 booked
FromSEK 354.00
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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.
Free cancellation
Duration: 11.2 hrs
4.0/5
Good· 8 reviews· 183 booked
FromSEK 478.00
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Sabah Mantanani Island Day Trip [Limited-Time Special Offer | New Resort | Optional Diving/Mangrove Retreat]
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92.4% of travelers recommend
Free cancellation
Duration: 6.2 hrs
4.7/5
Very good· 171 reviews· 2.3k booked
FromSEK 413.00
Lazy Cat self-operated upgraded Sky Mirror - Mantanani Islands one-day tour - optional mangrove forest - optional deep diving
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4.069k travelers saved
Free cancellation
Duration: 7.9 hrs
4.6/5
Satisfied· 257 reviews· 3.4k booked
5% off
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FromSEK 415.00SEK 437
Authentic Mengalum Island 1-day tour - optional scuba diving + optional mangrove/ multiple bases available
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3.191k travelers saved
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Duration: 6.5 hrs
4.5/5
Satisfied· 184 reviews· 4.4k booked
5% off
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FromSEK 418.00SEK 440
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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
FromSEK 988.00

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Unique experiences in Kota Kinabalu

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Paddleboarding (1-5 hours) [Tanjung Aru Sunrise & Sunset Paddleboarding, Fishing, kayaking, SUP Experience Half-Day Tour]
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English
4.6/5
Satisfied· 9 reviews· 371 booked
FromSEK 208.00
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
FromSEK 442.00
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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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73 travelers saved
Duration: 2.5 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 6 reviews· 97 booked
FromSEK 209.00
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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FromSEK 763.00
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
FromSEK 209.00
SSI Try Mermaid 2 Hours | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
󱩳Are you looking for a fun way to enjoy water activity? Mermaid diving is not only great fun, but it is also great for fitness and confidence in the water. SSI's Experience Mermaid program will take you into the world of mermaids and mermen, and learn to swim using a mermaid monofin.
Free cancellation
Duration: 2 hrs
FromSEK 698.00
Kiulu White River Rafting
Free cancellation
Duration: 5 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 3 reviews
FromSEK 453.00
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
FromSEK 3,137.00

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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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Renewable
4.5/5
Satisfied· 2k reviews· 57.6k booked
66% off
Limited-time sale
FromSEK 1.00SEK 3
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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23 consecutive positive reviews
Free cancellation
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Renewable
4.6/5
Satisfied· 2.4k reviews· 54k booked
66% off
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FromSEK 1.00SEK 3
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
Free cancellation
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Renewable
4.6/5
Satisfied· 3.3k reviews· 86.3k booked
50% off
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FromSEK 2.00SEK 4
Malaysia U Mobile 5G eSIM | Local IP Low Latency | Full AI & TikTok Access | 1-30 Days | Instant QR
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29 consecutive positive reviews
Free cancellation
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Hotspot capable
4.6/5
Satisfied· 146 reviews· 3.7k booked
75% off
Limited-time sale
FromSEK 1.00SEK 4
Southeast Asia (7 countries) | 5G/4G eSIM | Day Pass/Total Package | 24H Billing | 1-30 days | QR code
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Selling fast
Free cancellation
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Renewable
4.6/5
Satisfied· 1.5k reviews· 25.1k booked
66% off
Limited-time sale
FromSEK 1.00SEK 3
Singapore/Malaysia/Thailand | 5G eSIM | Day Pass/Total Package | 24H Billing | 1-30 days | QR code
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23 consecutive positive reviews
Free cancellation
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Renewable
4.7/5
Very good· 2.1k reviews· 36.5k booked
66% off
Limited-time sale
FromSEK 1.00SEK 3
Asia 10 Destinations 5G eSIM | Japan, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Korea & More | ChatGPT | 1–30 Days | Instant QR
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Fast-selling Wi-Fi & SIM cards
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Hotspot capable
4.7/5
Very good· 2k reviews· 40.9k booked
80% off
Limited-time sale
FromSEK 1.00SEK 5
Malaysia 5G eSIM | Triple Network Coverage | Full AI & TikTok Access | 1–30 Days | Instant QR
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91.8% of travelers recommend
Free cancellation
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Hotspot capable
4.7/5
Very good· 49 reviews· 978 booked
75% off
Limited-time sale
FromSEK 1.00SEK 4

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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: 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: Sapi Island Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia + Manukan Island Day Tour [Snorkeling + Seafood Buffet Lunch + Water Attractions & Tours]

Guest User2026-02-03

Ideal for families with children. The two islands are very close and offer snorkeling suitable for kids. You can ask if the tour guide is Ah Hong; he's responsible, humorous, and friendly. He even helped us find a Chinese-speaking instructor on the spot. He said you can get everything arranged by just mentioning his name when you arrive on the island. It's 279 per person, including pick-up and drop-off, lunch, and snorkeling gear. Very hassle-free. Look for the gentleman in the photo.

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

Guest User2026-01-26

Overall, it was great, deserving full marks. The price was excellent, and a day trip for just over 300 yuan was incredibly worthwhile. Hotel pick-up and drop-off were hassle-free, and the speedboat was relatively smooth, preventing seasickness. Upon arriving on the island, I was amazed by the fine white sand and crystal-clear water. Snorkeling revealed a plethora of tropical fish and corals, and there were also free Instagram-worthy activities and bubble parties.

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Reviews: Lazy Cat self-operated upgraded Sky Mirror - Mantanani Islands one-day tour - optional mangrove forest - optional deep diving

Guest User2025-12-29

I bought the Mangrove Island + Mangrove Forest package; you absolutely must buy the package, otherwise going to the mangrove forest alone is too much of a hassle, requiring a 1.5-hour drive each way. The overall itinerary was well-organized, with door-to-door pick-up and drop-off. Mangrove Island is beautiful and worth a visit. I didn't see any proboscis monkeys at the mangrove forest, but there were many fireflies, and the guide was engaging, making for a pleasant experience.

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