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Kota Kinabalu Kawa-Kawa River Cruise Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies with Hi-Tea & Dinner Shared Day Tour
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42 consecutive positive reviews
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Duration: 6 hrs
4.9/5
Excellent· 42 reviews· 792 booked
FromAED 142.39
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Desa Dairy Farm + Poring Hot Spring + Mount Kinabalu Observation Desk [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.
Free cancellation
Duration: 11.2 hrs
4.0/5
Good· 8 reviews· 172 booked
FromAED 191.46
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Sabah Kawa Mangrove Forest Day Trip [Small group tour available | Mosque | Proboscis monkeys and fireflies]
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92% of travelers recommend
Free cancellation
Duration: 4.5 hrs
4.7/5
Very good· 113 reviews· 1.6k booked
FromAED 110.68
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Sabah Mantanani Island Day Trip [Limited-Time Special Offer | New Resort | Optional Diving/Mangrove Retreat]
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92.4% of travelers recommend
Free cancellation
Duration: 6.2 hrs
4.7/5
Very good· 170 reviews· 2.2k booked
FromAED 192.23
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Kinabalu Park, Poring Hot Spring & Desa Dairy Farm Shared Day Tour
󱩳Escape the hustle and bustle of Sabah's cities and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Kinabalu Park with this exhilarating Malaysian adventure!
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Duration: 10.7 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 3 reviews· 42 booked
FromAED 395.86
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Sabah Kota Kinabalu Mamutik & Manukan Island Snorkeling Shared Day Tour Optional Water Activities
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57 travelers saved
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Duration: 6.4 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 3 reviews· 102 booked
FromAED 148.10
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Kinabalu Park & Poring Hot Spring 1-Day Shared Tour
󱩳Escape the hustle and bustle of Sabah's cities and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Kinabalu Park with this exhilarating Malaysian adventure!
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Duration: 10.2 hrs
4.6/5
Satisfied· 8 reviews· 85 booked
FromAED 381.89
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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.
Free cancellation
Duration: 6.5 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 4 reviews· 114 booked
FromAED 175.94

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Unique experiences in Kota Kinabalu

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Tanjung Aru Beach Stand-Up Paddleboarding 2.5 hr [Kota Kinabalu Tanjung Aru Sunrise Sunset Paddleboarding 2.5 hr/Kayaking Sabah Malaysia]
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70 travelers saved
Duration: 2.5 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 6 reviews· 95 booked
FromAED 83.73
Tanjung Aru Beach 2.5-Hour SUP Experience in Kota Kinabalu | Sunrise/Sunset Paddleboarding with Beginner Lessons
󱩳Whether you're a beginner or an experienced paddleboard enthusiast, our professional instructors will provide guidance to ensure you enjoy the sport safely and comfortably.
Free cancellation
Duration: 4 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 3 reviews· 44 booked
FromAED 89.25
Chi, The Spa (Tanjong)
󱩳Chi, The Spa at Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu features a unique spa design concept and is located in an independent spa village on the island, connected to the hotel by a private causeway. The spa menu features traditional Bornean treatments based on natural botanicals and focused on energy perception, reflecting the region’s diverse cultural heritage.
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FromAED 305.51
Paddleboarding (1-5 hours) [Tanjung Aru Sunrise & Sunset Paddleboarding, Fishing, kayaking, SUP Experience Half-Day Tour]
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334 travelers saved
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English
4.5/5
Satisfied· 8 reviews· 354 booked
FromAED 83.67
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
Free cancellation
Duration: 5–6 hrs
4.8/5
Very good· 4 reviews· 96 booked
FromAED 177.91
SSI Open Water Diver Course 2 Day | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
󱩳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.
Free cancellation
Duration: 2 days
5.0/5
Excellent· 4 reviews
5% off
Limited-time sale
FromAED 1,194.54AED 1,257.42
Kiulu White River Rafting
Free cancellation
Duration: 5 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 3 reviews
FromAED 183.66
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
FromAED 83.73

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Stay connected in Kota Kinabalu

Various Kota Kinabalu eSIM options with easy renewals and hotspot access. Your essential travel companion.

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Malaysia 5G eSIM | Supports Tiktok & ChatGPT | Day Pass/Total Package | 24H Billing | 1-30 days | QR code
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90.7% of travelers recommend
Free cancellation
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Renewable
4.6/5
Satisfied· 2.2k reviews· 50.4k booked
50% off
Limited-time sale
FromAED 0.55AED 1.11
Malaysia 5G eSIM | Day Pass/Total Data Package | 1-30 Days | 24-Hour Billing | QR Code
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2.172k bookings in 7 days
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4.5/5
Satisfied· 1.8k reviews· 52.1k booked
50% off
Limited-time sale
FromAED 0.57AED 1.15
Singapore/Malaysia/Thailand/Indonesia Southeast Asia universal 5G eSIM | DayPass/Total | 500MB/day-total 30GB | QR code
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96.3% of travelers recommend
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4.8/5
Very good· 1.9k reviews· 18.7k booked
40% off
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FromAED 0.58AED 0.98
Asia 8 countries 5G/4G eSIM | DayPass/Total | 1-30 days | QR code
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55 consecutive positive reviews
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4.6/5
Satisfied· 2.2k reviews· 40.9k booked
30% off
Limited-time sale
FromAED 0.45AED 0.65
Singapore/Malaysia/Indonesia 5G eSIM | TikTok & ChatGPT Available | In-App Installation | Day Pass/Total Data Package | 24-Hour Billing | QR Code
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91.4% of travelers recommend
Free cancellation
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Renewable
4.6/5
Satisfied· 3.3k reviews· 83k booked
50% off
Limited-time sale
FromAED 0.62AED 1.24
Malaysia | U Mobile eSIM | Multi-day data selections | High-speed throughout | QR code
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94% of travelers recommend
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Hotspot capable
4.7/5
Very good· 301 reviews· 7k booked
10% off
Limited-time sale
FromAED 0.82AED 0.92
Southeast Asia (7 countries) | 5G/4G eSIM | Day Pass/Total Package | 24H Billing | 1-30 days | QR code
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Selling fast
Free cancellation
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Renewable
4.6/5
Satisfied· 1.4k reviews· 22.8k booked
FromAED 1.04
Singapore/Malaysia/Thailand | 5G eSIM | Day Pass/Total Package | 24H Billing | 1-30 days | QR code
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94.2% of travelers recommend
Free cancellation
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4.7/5
Very good· 2k reviews· 35.3k booked
50% off
Limited-time sale
FromAED 0.62AED 1.24

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

Guest User2026-02-08

Wonderful experience! Well organized, wonderful guide Adeor. He told a lot, and it was very interesting. We weren't very lucky with the weather, so the sunset wasn't particularly bright, but it was still beautiful. On the river trip, we saw vars, birds, and langur monkeys, but we only saw proboscis monkeys from afar. The evening river cruise with fireflies was very touching. It's a small miracle that no photo, video, or words can do justice.

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Reviews: Desa Dairy Farm + Poring Hot Spring + Mount Kinabalu Observation Desk [Lunch included]

Guest User2026-02-08

My expectations were high, so I was a little disappointed. The journey was long, but the driver's excellent skills saved us a lot of time. I don't know if we didn't choose the right language for the tour guide, but the company sent someone whose Mandarin wasn't very good, so it was a disadvantage for me since my English isn't good. Also, the suspension bridge was under construction and temporarily closed, which should have been mentioned in the itinerary (disappointing). Seeing the Rafflesia today was a memorable and happy experience.

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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: Sabah Mantanani Island Day Trip [Limited-Time Special Offer | New Resort | Optional Diving/Mangrove Retreat]

Guest User2026-01-26

Overall, it was great, deserving full marks. The price was excellent, and a day trip for just over 300 yuan was incredibly worthwhile. Hotel pick-up and drop-off were hassle-free, and the speedboat was relatively smooth, preventing seasickness. Upon arriving on the island, I was amazed by the fine white sand and crystal-clear water. Snorkeling revealed a plethora of tropical fish and corals, and there were also free Instagram-worthy activities and bubble parties.

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Reviews: Kinabalu Park, Poring Hot Spring & Desa Dairy Farm Shared Day Tour

Guest User2025-11-29

We had Jeff aka Mr Handsome as our guide. He was v responsible and contacted us a day before w details abt the tour. Jeff has excellent communication skills and is sensitive to the needs of the travellers. He made a slight change due to the weather and bcos of this we avoided the jams. He is very experienced and you feel v assured and relaxed throughout the whole trip. I could not find anything that really needs improving(maybe the potholes). One of the most excellent and knowledgeable guides we have come across through our many decades of tours. He never stops learning. I will not hesitate to recommend Jeff. We got to see our rafflesia and the desa farm was brilliant. The small hike at poring springs was enjoyable! Tqvm for a wonderful day and arrangements!

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Reviews: Sabah Kota Kinabalu Mamutik & Manukan Island Snorkeling Shared Day Tour Optional Water Activities

Guest User2025-12-29

The tour guide “TOMMY” is super friendly and every helpfull. We are newly wed mentioning this was our honeymoon, he treated us like a private tour and giving us extra time for every kind of activities for us to create a wonderfull memories. Thanks Tommy.

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