Top Kota Kinabalu Day Trips

Hot sulphur bath in Poring Hot Spring; Visit the Desa Cattle Dairy Farm; Explore the exotic flora and fauna; Experience one of amazing scenery with Mount Kinabalu; Feel the ecological rainforest ecology on Hanging Bridge; Local distinctive lunch and afternoon tea.

We combined the scenic nature trails of UNESCO World Heritage Site Kinabalu Park with a treetop adventure taking you 40 meters above the spectacular wilderness of Borneo’s ancient rainforest on a canopy walk in Poring Hot Springs. On this full-day guided tour, you will drive through the picturesque countryside and stop at a local market. Enjoy the ride through the rolling hills of Kundasang, Ranau and take a soak in Poring’s well known mineral rich hot springs. Check with your tour guide, because if you're in luck, the giant rafflesia may be in bloom at Poring.

Experience the beauty of Kiulu’s countryside during a quad bike tour from Kota Kinabalu, an ideal choice for thrill seekers and nature lovers. Alongside a guide, you’ll get off the beaten path, conquer off-road terrains, and drive throughout traditional villages, where you’ll stop to learn about local culture and traditions. Hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off, and refreshments are included.

Escape the city and delve deeper into Borneo’s indigenous culture on a day trip to Tuaran from Kota Kinabalu. A great introduction for first-time visitors, this package saves you the stress of advance planning by taking care of transport and activities, and offering the inside scoop on Sabah’s culture and history.

Drive through the beautiful farms and feel the mountain breeze on our famous Mt Kinabalu. Get a chance to learn about the unique flora of the area. If you're in luck you will also get to see our famous Rafflesia Flower (Extra Cost of RM30).

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.

Immerse yourself in Malaysia's diverse natural surroundings on this tour to Kinabalu Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Listen to guided commentary as you visit other must-see stops: the Desa Cow Farm, and Rumah Terbalik.

While Kota Kinabalu is known for its busy markets and picturesque cityscape, visitors love venturing out of town for a day to get amongst nature. This full-day tour of Kilas Forest Reserve takes visitors on a river cruise to see amazing Malaysian wildlife as well as stunning fireflies after the sun sets.

Cruise through the mangrove forests near Kota Kinabalu on this evening excursion in search of local wildlife. Listen to educational commentary on local species, such as proboscis monkeys, silver leaf moneys, macaque long tail monkeys, monitor lizards, and native birds. Once the sun sets, enjoy the sights of fireflies blinking in the twilight.

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.

Visit the national park that surrounds Mount Kinabalu on a full-day tour from Kota Kinabalu to Kinabalu Park and Poring Hot Springs, and experience Malaysia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site. This day tour is limited to seven participants for a personalized experience, so you have plenty of time to hike nature trails, soak in mineral-rich pools, tour the rain forest canopy, and enjoy Borneo scenery at its most dramatic.

Take a day cruise from Kota Kinabalu for a chance to go snorkeling in the South China Sea. On this tour, you'll visit Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, a group of islands just off the coast. Hotel pickup and drop-off, lunch, and entrance fees are included.

Get up close to some of Malaysia’s diverse wildlife without looking through a cage on this river cruise package in the Klias Wetlands. Spend the afternoon drifting through this vibrant mangrove forest, looking out for proboscis monkeys, macaques, crocodiles, monitor lizards and much more. Once the sun goes down, head out again to see the fireflies light up the riverside on this unique combo of afternoon and after-dark cruises.

Wildlife lovers won’t want to miss three Borneo signatures: orangutans, sunbears, and proboscis monkeys. See them all in just a day on this small-group guided tour from Sandakan with lunch. Watch orangutans feeding at the Sandakan Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre; pop next door to the Bornean Sunbear Conservation Center; finish at the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary. You arrange internal flights from Kota Kinabalu; your guide looks after the rest.

Spend some time deep in the jungles and wetlands of Malaysia, well away from the hustle and bustle of the city, on this full-day getaway. Spend the morning visiting the uninhabited Pulau Tiga, the setting of the very first season of Survivor. Explore the jungle, enjoy a rejuvenating bath in a mud volcano, and go snorkeling in the South China Sea. In the afternoon, head to the nearby Klias Wetlands for a cruise through the lush mangrove forests. Look out for proboscis monkeys, crocodiles, and many more native critters!

Visit Kinabalu Park on a full-day trip from Kota Kinabalu that’s a great way to experience southeast Asia’s highest peak without the grueling, overnight hike to the summit of Mount Kinabalu. A guided trail hike explores native plants, and you’ll have time to browse the cultural and nature exhibits at Kinabalu Park’s Exhibition Hall before returning to the coast.

－ What You Can Expect － Climb up the Mount Kinabalu, the highest mountain in South East Asia. Set off on an expedition in the Kinabalu Park. Enjoy temperate weather along with the unmatched scenery of the location. Hike through undulating hills, observe the natural inhabitants of the area along the way. Spend a day in the beautiful nature away from the bustling city. Unwind at the Poring Hot Spring. Cleanse your mind and body with the healing water infused with variable minerals. Receive multiple benefits from a soak in hot spring. Experience the magical de-stress process on this day tour.

Located on the Klias Peninsula is the Klias Wetland, a Mangrove Forest Reserve. With the bizarre-looking proboscis monkey gaining as much popularity with the tourists as the orang utan, the Klias Wetland with its large proboscis population is fast becoming the latest ecotourism destination in Sabah. Get those camera, binoculars on stand-by and keep your eyes peeled for the shy creatures in between the branches. As dusk settles in with a sunset, enjoy the sights and sounds in a natural setting as you have a sumptuous village style dinner. Show’s not over yet though, there is one more trip through the mangrove swamp, but this time it is graced by the secret rhythm of fireflies and their flickering lights. However, as much as we hate to disappoint, we are entering a natural habitat where sightings are common, but it is NOT GUARANTEED :)

Discover a landscape of steaming pools and high peaks on a full-day tour from Kota Kinabalu to Poring Hot Springs and Kinabalu National Park. Unlike tours with rigid, fixed itineraries, this trip combines the convenience of pre-booked transport with flexibility to enjoy the things that interest you most at each site, whether you’re soaking in a hot tub, walking the Treetop Canopy Walkway, or browsing the Mount Kinabalu Botanical Garden.

See baby barracudas, snappers, and more on a snorkel tour to Pandan Pandan Island. After pickup from your hotel, enjoy a scenic drive and short boat ride to the snorkel site. Explore the crystal clear waters and vibrant reefs with complimentary life vests and snorkel gear. Later, enjoy lunch and time to lounge on the secluded beach. You can also participate in additional water activities (own expense).

Spend your 10 Hours with us,start your morning by visiting the landmarks around Kota Kinabalu city like the floating & pink mosque, the largest aquarium in Sabah and one of the tallest buildings in KKCity. Next, journey the rural parts of town and meet crocodiles and horses before heading to Kota Belud to encounter the Proboscis Monkey and beautiful Fireflies which is only found in Borneo!

It's one of the perfect trip that you can get while having a vacation at Kota Kinabalu, We offer a satisfactional tour experience execute by our high experience tour guide in Kota Kinabalu,

Labuan the Pearl of Borneo, is a Federal Territory of Malaysia. It comprise of one large and six smaller islands (Pulau Daat , Pulau Burung , Pulau Kuraman, Pulau Papan , Pulau Rusukan Besar , Pulau Rusukan Kecil ) in East Malaysia. Labuan is an Island with an estimated population of 100,000 people. It's quite a close community where everyone knows everyone. The main town is known as Labuan Town (Bandar Labuan in Malay)but was formerly known as Victoria during the colonial era. Labuan Town is among the cleanest towns in Malaysia. You will observe the Labuan Corporation (local authority) workers diligently doing their job.

Cruise into the islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, where clear water and great snorkeling are a tempting escape from busy Kota Kinabalu. With included boat transport, BBQ lunch, snorkeling gear, and hotel transfers, this excursion to Pulau Manukan takes care of logistics but leaves you free to explore on your own—that means an independent day of sun, sand, and marine life in a gorgeous destination.