Top picks for Kota Kinabalu Day tours
Discover 131 Day tours in Kota Kinabalu on Trip.com, updated March 4, 2026, with experiences lasting from 1 to 11 hours. Find the perfect adventure for your day!
From USD 12.88 per person, with an average total of USD 46.67. Choose the option that suits your plan.
With 1.261k verified reviews, Day tours Kota Kinabalu boast an average rating of 4.5.
This week's most popular Day tours: "Lazy Cat self-operated upgraded Sky Mirror - Mantanani Islands one-day tour - optional mangrove forest - optional deep diving", with 257 reviews and a 4.6 rating.
Now on Trip.com: "KAWA KAWA Nanamun Fireflies Sunset Cruise with Dinner", a 7-hour adventure in Kota Kinabalu!
The next available day tour departs on March 5, 2026. Book now to secure your spot!
Kota Kinabalu Day tours usually take about 7 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 Lazy Cat self-operated upgraded Sky Mirror - Mantanani Islands one-day tour - optional mangrove forest - optional deep diving.
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Duration: 7 hrsEnglish4.5/5Satisfied· 2 reviews· 55 bookedFromUS$40.00
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Duration: 6 hrsEnglish4.9/5Excellent· 47 reviews· 858 booked8% offLimited-time saleFromUS$35.76US$38.87
Duration: 6 hrsEnglish4.3/5Good· 7 reviews· 149 bookedFromUS$25.30![Sapi Island Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia + Manukan Island 1-day Tour [Exclusive Line + Seafood Buffet Lunch + Water Attractions & Tours]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0355312000r4xunvi2C03_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 5.4 hrsEnglish4.4/5Good· 63 reviews· 1.1k bookedFromUS$38.96![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 hrsEnglish4.6/5Satisfied· 222 reviews· 2.9k bookedFromUS$47.65
Duration: 4.5 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 1 review· 78 bookedFromUS$33.30![Desa Dairy Farm + Poring Hot Spring + Mount Kinabalu Observation Desk [Lunch included]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0351912000gof049zD7AE_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Trip.SelectDuration: 11.2 hrsEnglish4.0/5Good· 8 reviews· 183 bookedFromUS$52.64![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 hrsEnglish4.7/5Very good· 119 reviews· 2k bookedFromUS$30.27
Duration: 6.5 hrsEnglish4.5/5Satisfied· 184 reviews· 4.3k booked5% offLimited-time saleFromUS$72.09US$75.89
Duration: 4 hrsEnglishFromUS$51.22
Duration: 7.9 hrsEnglish4.6/5Satisfied· 257 reviews· 3.3k booked5% offLimited-time saleFromUS$53.24US$56.05![Sabah Mantanani Island Day Trip [Limited-Time Special Offer | New Resort | Optional Diving/Mangrove Retreat]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0351q12000o54hgo5E743_C_568_320.png?_fr=wc)
Trip.SelectDuration: 6.2 hrsEnglish4.7/5Very good· 170 reviews· 2.3k bookedFromUS$49.97
Duration: 5.6 hrsEnglish4.7/5Very good· 94 reviews· 1k bookedFromUS$109.35
Duration: 11.5 hrsEnglish4.7/5Very good· 74 reviews· 262 booked5% offLimited-time saleFromUS$70.86US$74.59![Sapi Island Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia + Manukan Island Day Tour [Snorkeling + Seafood Buffet Lunch + Water Attractions & Tours]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0585t12000r6hgp8qFEA8_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 5.5 hrsEnglish3.5/5· 2 reviews· 136 bookedFromUS$38.96
Duration: 3 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 1 review· 28 bookedFromUS$34.15![1-day tour to Sapi Island Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia + Manukan Island [Snorkeling + Island Hopping + Water Sports + Lunch]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0587312000qw0qw5u6A79_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
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Duration: 3.5 hrsEnglish4.1/5Good· 7 reviews· 141 bookedFromUS$34.15
Mantanani Island & Kawa Mangroves Tours | One-day shared tour | Lunch/ afternoon tea/dinner included
Duration: 9.9 hrsEnglish4.7/5Very good· 3 reviews· 57 bookedFromUS$69.72
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Reviews: KAWA KAWA Nanamun Fireflies Sunset Cruise with Dinner
Guest User2024-06-16
River cruise was relaxing, saw some monkeys, will depend on your luck. Sunset was amazing. Dinner was not as bad as expected. But the fireflies were out of this world.. like fairy lights on an Xmas tree. Guides were very friendly and helpful.★
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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: 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: Sapi Island Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia + Manukan Island 1-day Tour [Exclusive Line + Seafood Buffet Lunch + Water Attractions & Tours]
Guest User2026-01-11
Had a great island hopping experience. The pickup was punctual and everything ran smoothly right on schedule, which made the whole day stress free. Our guide, Mr Ah Hong, was wonderful, patient and very considerate, especially with my mom who had some difficulty walking and getting onto the boats. He made sure she was safe and comfortable the whole time, which I really appreciated. The food was average, but overall the trip was enjoyable and well organised.★
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Reviews: Royal Bay Sky Mirror Mangrove Day Tour in Sabah [Proboscis Monkeys/Fireflies/Beach Sunset]
Guest User2026-02-21
The itinerary was exceptionally well-planned, making it easy and relaxing with the kids. A special thank you to our guides, Jay and Steve, for their attentive service. The children had a wonderful time, seeing the beaked monkeys and witnessing a stunning sunset – perfect!★
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Reviews: Mari-Mari Cultural Village Half Day Shared Tour with Lunch
Guest User2025-12-22
Overall a good experience to explore the culture, worth to visit.
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