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  • Kota Kinabalu Kawa-Kawa River Cruise Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies with Hi-Tea & Dinner Shared Day Tour
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    Kota Kinabalu Kawa-Kawa River Cruise Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies with Hi-Tea & Dinner Shared Day Tour

    󹊳Explore the mangrove wetland reserve, where you'll have a higher chance of encountering wildlife like proboscis monkeys for a more authentic experience.
    Duration: 6.1 hrs
    English
    4.9/5
    Excellent¡ 28 reviews¡ 489 booked
    FromUS$30.90
  • Sabah, Malaysia Mangrove Firefly 1-day tour(kawa/Sky Mirror/Firefly River)
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    Sabah, Malaysia Mangrove Firefly 1-day tour(kawa/Sky Mirror/Firefly River)

    󹊳Enchanting fireflies: Step into a romantic fantasy and relive childhood memories.
    Duration: 7.9 hrs
    English
    4.8/5
    Great¡ 180 reviews¡ 1.8k booked
    FromUS$32.02
  • Sapi Island + Manukan Island Snorkeling one-day tour[Lunch Included]
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    Sapi Island + Manukan Island Snorkeling one-day tour[Lunch Included]

    󹊳Both islands are easily accessible by boat from Kota Kinabalu, making them popular one-day tour destination.
    Duration: 6.5 hrs
    English
    5.0/5
    Excellent¡ 1 review¡ 89 booked
    FromUS$45.43
  • Sabah Mantanani Islands 1-day tour [Limited-time offer|New resorts|Optional scuba diving/mangrove tour
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    Sabah Mantanani Islands 1-day tour [Limited-time offer|New resorts|Optional scuba diving/mangrove tour

    󹊳Mantanani Islands private resort clear water snorkeling 1-day tour, can add Kawa Mangrove Forest, with full Chinese guide service
    Duration: 6.2 hrs
    English
    4.7/5
    Great¡ 140 reviews¡ 1.8k booked
    FromUS$53.93
  • MANUKAN Island and SAPI Island Snorkeling Day Tour from Kota Kinabalu
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    MANUKAN Island and SAPI Island Snorkeling Day Tour from Kota Kinabalu

    󹊳Discover beautiful islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park in Kota Kinabalu Snorkelling in crystal clear sea to witness colorful tropical fishes and coral reefs Trip inclusive hotel pick up and return boat transfer from Ferry Termina
    Duration: 6.5 hrs
    English
    4.3/5
    Good¡ 7 reviews¡ 71 booked
    FromUS$48.69
  • Mengalum Island snorkeling 1-day tour includes lunch
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    Mengalum Island snorkeling 1-day tour includes lunch

    󹊳Dive into the crystal-clear waters to admire the abundant marine life and stroll along the white sandy beaches of Mengalum Island!
    Duration: 9.6 hrs
    English
    4.7/5
    Great¡ 300 reviews¡ 23 booked
    FromUS$73.48
  • Sabah Weston Wetland River Cruise, Proboscis Monkey, Sunset & Fireflies 1 Day Shared Tour
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    Sabah Weston Wetland River Cruise, Proboscis Monkey, Sunset & Fireflies 1 Day Shared Tour

    󹊳Weston Wetland offers a great opportunity to spot fascinating wildlife, including Proboscis Monkey and silvered langurs
    Duration: 7.5 hrs
    English
    4.8/5
    Great¡ 4 reviews¡ 31 booked
    FromUS$61.33
  • Desa Dairy Farm + Poring + Mount Kinabalu Observation Desk [Poring entrance fee not included/Lunch included]

    Desa Dairy Farm + Poring + Mount Kinabalu Observation Desk [Poring entrance fee not included/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.
    Duration: 11.7 hrs
    English
    4.8/5
    Great¡ 5 reviews¡ 108 booked
    FromUS$37.45
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  • (Afternoon Session) Mari Mari Cultural Village + Big Prawn Laksa Lunch | Join-In Tour

    (Afternoon Session) Mari Mari Cultural Village + Big Prawn Laksa Lunch | Join-In Tour

    󹊳Visit five traditional indigenous homes in Sabah and discover the unique heritage, customs, and lifestyles of each tribe.
    Duration: 4 hrs
    English
    4.3/5
    Good¡ 3 reviews¡ 51 booked
    FromUS$37.41
  • 2.5-Hour Tanjong Aru Beach Paddleboard Tour [Tanjong Aru Sunrise and Sunset Paddleboarding 2.5 Hours in Kota Kinabalu / kayaking in Sabah, Malaysia]

    2.5-Hour Tanjong Aru Beach Paddleboard Tour [Tanjong Aru Sunrise and Sunset Paddleboarding 2.5 Hours in Kota Kinabalu / kayaking in Sabah, Malaysia]

    󹊳Professional coaching and equipment provided, Tanjong Aru Beach sunset photos
    Duration: 2.5 hrs
    English
    5.0/5
    Excellent¡ 4 reviews¡ 77 booked
    FromUS$21.62
  • (Morning Session) Mari Mari Cultural Village + Big Prawn Laksa Lunch | Join-In Tour

    (Morning Session) Mari Mari Cultural Village + Big Prawn Laksa Lunch | Join-In Tour

    󹊳Visit five traditional indigenous homes in Sabah and discover the unique heritage, customs, and lifestyles of each tribe.
    Duration: 4 hrs
    English
    4.6/5
    Satisfactory¡ 5 reviews¡ 114 booked
    FromUS$37.41
  • Top Wellness Spa & Foot Reflexology at Sense Massage Gaya, Kota Kinabalu

    Top Wellness Spa & Foot Reflexology at Sense Massage Gaya, Kota Kinabalu

    󹊳Holds a 4.9-star rating on Google, reflecting the consistent quality and customer satisfaction.
    Duration: 2 hrs
    English
    FromUS$31.08
  • KIULU White Water River Rafting with Transfer
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    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
    Duration: 5–6 hrs
    English
    5.0/5
    Excellent¡ 2 reviews¡ 76 booked
    FromUS$47.18
  • SSI Open Water Diver Course - 3-Day OW Diving Certification in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

    SSI Open Water Diver Course - 3-Day OW Diving Certification in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

    󹊳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.
    Duration: 2 days
    5.0/5
    Excellent¡ 4 reviews
    5% off
    FromUS$285.56US$300.59
  • Sabah Kota Kinabalu Mali-Mali Garden Spa Massage Experience

    Sabah Kota Kinabalu Mali-Mali Garden Spa Massage Experience

    󹊳Relief sore muscles with the relaxing & calming massage.
    Duration: 1–2 hrs
    English
    3.0/5
    ¡ 1 review
    FromUS$21.40
  • Tanjung Aru BeachPaddle board1.5 hours [Sunrise or Sunset Stand-Up Paddle (1.5 Hours)]

    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
    English
    FromUS$22.97
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    4.6/5
    Satisfactory¡ 2.7k reviews¡ 68.2k booked
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    4.5/5
    Satisfactory¡ 6.3k reviews¡ 80.4k booked
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    4.6/5
    Satisfactory¡ 3.2k reviews¡ 32.7k booked
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    4.6/5
    Satisfactory¡ 1k reviews¡ 16.6k booked
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    4.6/5
    Satisfactory¡ 1k reviews¡ 28.8k booked
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Reviews: Kota Kinabalu Kawa-Kawa River Cruise Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies with Hi-Tea & Dinner Shared Day Tour
Guest User2025-11-02
Our guide, Jeff, was very entertaining and knowledgeable, and the day flew by 🙂‍↕️. I can see why it has such good reviews. He gave us lots of information during the travel time, which made it fun! He explained things in simple English for us, who only speak a little English, which was helpful! I was happy to see that he also spoke a little Japanese. He took lots of photos and the tour was full of hospitality! I'm very satisfied with the level of fulfillment for this price! I highly recommend this tour to anyone from Japan looking for a tour! Thank you, Jeff 😊
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Reviews: Sabah, Malaysia Mangrove Firefly 1-day tour(kawa/Sky Mirror/Firefly River)
Guest User2024-12-23
With the elderly and children, we booked a day trip with a group of 7 people. The tour guide Amei is Chinese, the service is particularly warm, and there is no obstacle to communication. Will also help my husband find betel nuts, help children catch fireflies, take pictures! ! The photos taken for us in the city of the sky are perfect. Because there are children in the car, the driver is very stable, the whole process is very pleasant, a perfect day trip! ! I wish everyone a smooth work and a happy and healthy life.
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Reviews: Sapi Island + Manukan Island Snorkeling one-day tour[Lunch Included]
Guest User2025-06-12
Kelvin was our guide. He was friendly and informative, and funny. The day trip went smoothly as described, our family had lots of fun in the various beach and sea activities. We would highly recommend Kelvin and this tour.
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Reviews: Sabah Mantanani Islands 1-day tour [Limited-time offer|New resorts|Optional scuba diving/mangrove tour
Guest User2025-04-12
The tour guides on the way to Mermaid Island have been singing and singing, the atmosphere is particularly good, and the boat ride is also particularly exciting. The sea of Mermaid Island is particularly beautiful, with green crystals. This snorkeling is followed by Xiaotang Tang and Guan Ge, and other little black teachers are also taking care of everyone's safety. Friends who can't swim can practice how to use masks in advance, and they won't be so nervous when they launch. In the afternoon, I went to see the long-nosed monkey, and there was a free Haina tattoo at the pier. The young lady was very fast and the painting was very beautiful. The sky of the sunset was beautiful. I went to see the fireflies at night. There were a lot of them. The effect of the glasses could not be seen on the mobile phone. It was a great day!!
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Reviews: MANUKAN Island and SAPI Island Snorkeling Day Tour from Kota Kinabalu
Guest User2025-10-11
The beaches are beautiful, but unfortunately we weren't allowed to swim without life jackets anywhere.
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Reviews: Mengalum Island snorkeling 1-day tour includes lunch
Guest User2025-08-01
It's a fantastic island, a pineal room. I got a lot of life shots. It's not easy to take a boat for an hour, but if you look at the beautiful island, all this effort will be rewarded. However, most of them are Chinese. I hope you consider this.
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