Top picks for Kota Kinabalu Day tours
Discover 122 Day tours in Kota Kinabalu on Trip.com, updated March 31, 2026, with experiences lasting from 1 to 11 hours. Find the perfect adventure for your day!
From JPY 404.00 per person, with an average total of JPY 6,718.93. Choose the option that suits your plan.
With 816 verified reviews, Day tours Kota Kinabalu boast an average rating of 4.7.
This week's most popular Day tours: "Mengalum Island snorkeling 1-day tour includes lunch", with 300 reviews and a 4.7 rating.
Now on Trip.com: "Kota Kinabalu Kawa-Kawa River Cruise Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies with Hi-Tea & Dinner Shared Day Tour", a 6-hour adventure in Kota Kinabalu!
The next available day tour departs on April 1, 2026. Book now to secure your spot!
Kota Kinabalu Day tours usually take about 6 hours — perfect for a relaxed, immersive experience!
100% of Kota Kinabalu Day tours now offer English-speaking guides
March is the perfect time to visit Kota Kinabalu! Choose from Day tours available day tours, including seasonal favorites like Mengalum Island snorkeling 1-day tour includes lunch.
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Duration: 6 hrsEnglish4.9/5Perfect· 48 reviews· 894 bookedFromJPY 6,203![Sabah Kawa Mangrove Forest Day Trip [Small group tour available | Mosque | Proboscis monkeys and fireflies]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0352c12000csv6h5gCF86_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Trip.SelectDuration: 4.5 hrsEnglish4.7/5Outstanding· 138 reviews· 2.3k bookedFromJPY 4,337![Royal Bay Sky Mirror Mangrove Day Tour in Sabah [Proboscis Monkeys/Fireflies/Beach Sunset]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0584912000n09xyej7AEB_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 6.5 hrsEnglish4.6/5Excellent· 226 reviews· 2.9k bookedFromJPY 5,514
Duration: 6 hrsEnglish4.2/5Very good· 10 reviews· 163 bookedFromJPY 3,958
Duration: 3.9 hrsEnglish4.8/5Outstanding· 26 reviews· 370 bookedFromJPY 3,958
Mantanani Island & Kawa Mangroves Tours | One-day shared tour | Lunch/ afternoon tea/dinner included
Duration: 9.9 hrsEnglish4.7/5Outstanding· 3 reviews· 61 bookedFromJPY 10,774![Kota Kinabalu Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu + Tun Mustapha Tower half-day tour [Enjoy Tanjung Aru sunset]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0353f12000iw5fc88602C_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 3.4 hrsEnglish5.0/5Perfect· 7 reviews· 44 bookedFromJPY 6,596
Duration: 7.5 hrsEnglishFromJPY 12,665
Duration: 7 hrsEnglishFromJPY 7,696
Duration: 4.7 hrsEnglishFromJPY 10,211
Trip.SelectDuration: 6.5 hrsEnglish4.3/5Good· 7 reviews· 71 bookedFromJPY 7,462
Trip.SelectDuration: 9.6 hrsEnglish4.7/5Great· 300 reviews· 23 bookedFromJPY 11,102
Trip.SelectDuration: 7.5 hrsEnglish4.8/5Great· 4 reviews· 31 bookedFromJPY 9,265![Desa Dairy Farm + Poring Hot Spring + Mount Kinabalu Park Observatory one-day tour[Lunch Included]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0351912000gof049zD7AE_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 11.7 hrsEnglish4.8/5Great· 4 reviews· 93 bookedFromJPY 5,740
Duration: 6.2 hrsEnglishFromJPY 6,085
Duration: 5.5 hrsEnglish4.6/5Satisfactory· 13 reviews· 102 bookedFromJPY 4,845![Sapi Island + Manukan Island Snorkeling one-day tour[Lunch Included]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0581t12000n2inwo9F748_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 6.5 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 1 review· 83 bookedFromJPY 6,056
Duration: 10.2 hrsEnglish4.6/5Satisfactory· 7 reviews· 71 bookedFromJPY 7,267
Duration: 8 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 1 review· 22 booked5% offFromJPY 9,492JPY 9,992
Duration: 4 hrsEnglish4.3/5Good· 3 reviews· 45 bookedFromJPY 5,652
Duration: 40 minsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 7 reviews· 127 bookedFromJPY 404
Duration: 4 hrsEnglish4.6/5Satisfactory· 5 reviews· 107 bookedFromJPY 5,652
Duration: 6.6 hrsEnglish114 bookedFromJPY 7,340![Desa Cattle Dairy Cow Farm + ATV + Paragliding one-day tour [Lunch Included] - Join In Tour (Group of 2+)](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0352212000gofgczu6DA8_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 7.9 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 2 reviews· 50 bookedFromJPY 7,893
Duration: 3 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 1 review· 21 bookedFromJPY 4,562
Duration: 7 hrsEnglish4.5/5Satisfactory· 2 reviews· 69 bookedFromJPY 5,955
Duration: 4 hrsEnglishFromJPY 6,177
Duration: 6.4 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 1 review· 78 bookedFromJPY 5,269
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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: Royal Bay Sky Mirror Mangrove Day Tour in Sabah [Proboscis Monkeys/Fireflies/Beach Sunset]
Guest User2026-03-31
I booked a half-day tour of the Tianjing Mangrove Forest, and the experience was fantastic! Our first stop was the Floating Mosque. From the bus, the blue dome and minaret stood out strikingly in the sunlight—solemn and photogenic; every shot was picturesque. Afterwards, we headed to the mangrove forest and saw gibbon monkeys up close for the first time. We fed them bananas, and the little guys were so lively and adorable; it was instantly heartwarming. Our driver, Xiao Qi, drove smoothly and attentively, while our guide, Steve, was enthusiastic and professional throughout, patiently explaining the local history, culture, and geography, making the otherwise mundane journey lively and interesting. The weather was quite hot that day, and finding the gibbon monkeys took some time. Although we only caught a glimpse from afar, it was still a fulfillment of our wish, leaving no regrets. We arrived at the beach in the evening. Our guide was a great photographer, capturing stunning sunset moments for everyone in our group. We were also lucky enough to catch a spectacular iron flower performance—dazzling and breathtaking! Finally, on the return trip, we searched for the romantic fireflies. The twinkling stars and the evening breeze created a truly enchanting atmosphere. The overall itinerary was well-planned, and the experience was rich and pleasant. I was very satisfied with the trip and would recommend it to everyone!★
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Reviews: Kota Kinabalu Kawa-kawa river cruise 1-day tour: Proboscis monkeys & fireflies - includes snacks and dinner
Guest User2026-03-03
The tour itinerary was quite comprehensive. While we didn't get to see the proboscis monkeys up close, the sight of countless stars and fireflies creating a breathtakingly romantic and unforgettable experience. The downside was the lack of clear instructions for the next steps, leaving some tourists a little confused. However, it was clear the tour operator had tried their best to provide a rich and engaging itinerary. Overall, for the price, it's highly recommended. The tea and dinner were decent, definitely worth the price.★
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Reviews: Kota Kinabalu Half-Day Tour: Tanjung Aru Beach + City Mosque + Tun Mustapha Tower
Guest User2025-12-08
The tour guide was incredibly professional and attentive. There were only two of us, and he took photos of us at every attraction – they were even better than the photos we took ourselves! We loved it! 😍 He introduced the sights and even recommended some local seafood at the end. We were extremely satisfied! Five stars! Highly recommended! 👍🏻★
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Reviews: Mantanani Island & Kawa Mangroves Tours | One-day shared tour | Lunch/ afternoon tea/dinner included
Guest User2025-06-13
Great! The tour guides are very caring and will help you see the bag for you to play. Remember to download whats app The tour guide will contact you the day before, and then you can rest assured to give it to him all day. The weather was very good that day and took us to see the sunset. Very beautiful
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