Day Trips in Sabah

Pick up from the city hotel at 0800hrs. About 1½ hours drive journey through the scenic view within Crocker Range Park to Tambunan Rafflesia Centre which located conveniently by the roadside and is only 58km from Kota Kinabalu.

Spend the day in paradise during this 6-hour day trip to Manukan Island near Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy a range of activities during your beach sojourn, ranging from beach volleyball to sunbathing to snorkeling and more. Additional amenities like the island's nearly 1-mile-long (1.5-km) walking trail and an included barbecue lunch help ensure a memorable day.

0730hrs pick up from the city hotel and proceed for about 3 hours drive to Poring Hot Springs through scenic mountainous countryside. Upon arrival, a must visit is the Treetop Canopy Walkway which 20 minutes hike is needed.

Journey into the jungles of Borneo on this incredible tour of the Sandakan Sepilok Rehabilitation Center. Learn about conservation efforts being made to protect wild orangutans and watch a dedicated team of naturalists teach these orphaned primates the survival skills necessary to exist once they are released back into the wild.

Venture into the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Mt Kinabaly and hike across Kinabalu Park in this incredible full-day tour that includes hot springs, rolling hills, epic scenery and birds-eye-views from atop forest canopies. Your expert local guide will take you through some of Malaysia's most picturesque countryside and point out indigenous flora and fauna along the way. Enjoy a savory local lunch and a relaxing dip in the Poring Hot Springs on this memorable day trip.

Take a break from sightseeing and spend the day relaxing in the natural hot springs of Poring on a day trip from Kota Kinabalu. Ideal for active travelers looking to relieve aching muscles, this hassle-free excursion includes a scenic journey through Kinabalu National Park and a stop at a local fruit market. Plus, hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off mean that you don't have to worry about finding a meeting point.

Sapi Island and Manukan is one of the most popular island in Kota Kinabalu for snorkeling and walking exploring the coast to discover coral reefs as well as various typical tropical fish of Kota Kinabalu waters. You can enjoy relaxing views of the beautiful beach, BBQ lunch that served by the locals as well and also the small forest trekking on the island. Only about 3km to 8km from Kota Kinabalu, you will arrive at Sapi Island and Manukan about 10-20 minutes.

Make the most of your time on the 13,435-foot (4,095-meter) Mount Kinabalu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site valued for its biodiversity, on a private tour. Visit the Mountain Garden to learn about the flora and fauna of the area and hike uphill to the Canopy Walkway for views over the treetops. Exploring with a private guide means you'll receive undivided attention and benefit from insider knowledge of the natural area.

Spot wildlife and fireflies on the banks of the Klias River on river cruise from Kota Kinabalu that goes deep into the protected Klias Wetland. The afternoon departure time ensures that you'll arrive at the river as animals become most active, you'll see a spectacular natural show when thousands of fireflies come out after sunset, and the night concludes with a traditional kampong-style dinner.

45 minutes fly from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan and meet Borneon Wild Man also The Clown of the Jungle within one day. On this short vacation, you will go to Orang-Utan Rehabilitation Centre and witness the feeding session at 10am. Before entering the Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre to see the Orang-utan, you will watch a short documentary video for 25 minutes. Next, you will go to Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary. Labuk Bay is a wonderful place and it help many living things in the forest, especially Proboscis Monkey to get a place to stay. You will enjoy their feeding session and you may shoot many picture and videos as you want.

Pick up from the city hotel to KK Jetty. Depart to Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park for the first dive at not more than 60 feet deep for about 40 minutes and discover the beauty of the underwater world.

This Kinabalu Firefly tour will take you to witness the firefly in Kinabalu. The tour will be started by picking you up in your hotel and then heading to the river and waiting the sun goes down while ship a cup of coffee. Enjoy the boat tour along the tropical river and watch the fireflies dancing in nature. Don't worry about the meals, it is included in the tour package as well as the coffee and snacks. This tour is suitable for couple, family with children, also group tour. Make sure you watch the real fireflies in their natural habitat during your Malaysia visit!

Escape the city and journey to the paradise islands off the coast of Kota Kinabalu on a hassle-free day trip to Manukan Island. Let a guide take care of transfers, entrance fees, and activities as you sit back, relax, and enjoy the white sands and crystal-clear waters of the island. You'll have chance to snorkel and hike in the jungle, and benefit from the in-depth knowledge of a guide.

The word 'Muara' is Kota Kinabalu, meaning that rivers and the sea meet. That's why we get a different feeling from the landscape that is common in rivers and seas. It is a hidden garden of fairy gardens that local companies have explored for many years in North Borneo countless rivers and finally discovered. It is a chance to experience a secret garden only in the Kota Kinabalu. You will get lots of fun experiences at Muara Bay Fireflies!

Escape to the wilderness for a thrilling afternoon and evening safari from Kota Kinabalu, including hotel pick-up. Cruise through the heart of the Klias Wetlands, keeping a lookout for rare Proboscis and Silver Leaf monkeys, vibrant birds and crocodiles along the way. After a delicious dinner of traditional village food, watch the sunset over the riverbanks and, if you're lucky, bask in the glow of thousands of fireflies as they dance along the water.

See the highlights of the west coast of Sabah without the hassle of a hiring a car on this full-day guided tour. Kinabalu Park, Malaysia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the focus of the tour. Meet some of the 5000 vascular plant species, 300 bird species or 100 lowland mammals that make this national park their home. Swing by the Poring Hot Spring, where locals consider the sulphuric mineral waters have therapeutic properties, before returning to Kota Kinabalu.

This 6 hours tour will be taking you to stroll the green mangrove forest, enjoying beautiful sunset with 5 colors, dinner, and of course watching the fireflies! Witness the fireflies in the natural habitat! Rumor said that fireflies habitat is only left on 3 places, Kinabalu in of of them! Seeing the firefly appear mysteriously accompanied by the beautiful sunset will appear in front of your eyes. Do not miss the Fireflies Tour when you visit Kota Kinabalu - Malaysia. This tour includes all transportation and dinner, just relax and enjoy your tour! This tour is suitable for couple, family, or group tour.

A Wildlife experience with an encounter with Orang Utans, the endemic Long nose Proboscis monkey and the world's smallest bear - Borneon Sunbear.  Capture a overview of the Sandakan city before stopping by the famous Australian War memorial.  (OPTIONAL: You may OPT to return back to the Orang Utan center for the afternoon feeding In place of the City tour with visit to the Australian War memorial in the afternoon).

Fish for crabs in a mangrove forest on a full-day tour from Kota Kinabalu to Borneo Kellybays that combines a morning mangrove cruise with a free afternoon in a scenic resort. With optional activities that include kayaking, paddle boats, and banana boats, the day can be as relaxed or adventurous as you want, and you'll find plenty of space to lounge on Borneo Kellybays' pristine beach.