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Discover 116 Day tours in Kota Kinabalu on Trip.com, updated September 28, 2025, with experiences lasting from 1 to 11 hours. Find the perfect adventure for your day!
From USD 2.37 per person, with an average total of USD 42.00. Choose the option that suits your plan.
With 389 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: "MANUKAN Island and SAPI Island Snorkeling Day Tour from Kota Kinabalu", a 6-hour adventure in Kota Kinabalu!
The next available day tour departs on September 29, 2025. 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
September 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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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 TerminaDuration: 6.5 hrsEnglish4.2/5Good· 5 reviews· 60 bookedFromUS$42.83
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Kota Kinabalu Kawa-Kawa River Day Tour: Proboscis Monkeys, Fireflies, Afternoon Tea & Dinner Experience
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 hrsEnglish4.9/5Excellent· 21 reviews· 428 bookedFromUS$22.43
FromUS$31.60![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)
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 hrsEnglish4.5/5Satisfactory· 2 reviews· 71 bookedFromUS$37.38
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10% offLimited-time saleFromUS$2.37US$2.64![Sapi Island + Manukan Island Snorkeling one-day tour[Lunch Included]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0581t12000n2inwo9F748_C_568_320.jpg)
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Explore the picturesque islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park and enjoy the pristine nature and tranquility. Dive into the colorful underwater world and admire the rich and diverse marine life. Accompanied by a professional guide, you can enjoy the tour of Manukan Island and Mamutik Island, providing Chinese and English commentary services.Duration: 6.4 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 1 review· 78 bookedFromUS$34.36
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10% offLimited-time saleFromUS$33.17US$36.86![Kiulu River Rafting with Lunch [Level 1-2]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0351l12000gzuf4tj2EE7_C_568_320.jpg)
Experience the serene beauty of the Kiulu River, surrounded by lush jungle and rolling hills. Enjoy the thrill of navigating gentle rapids, perfect for beginners and families. Keep an eye out for local wildlife, including birds and monkeys, during your trip.Duration: 4.1 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 1 reviewFromUS$34.23
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Reviews: MANUKAN Island and SAPI Island Snorkeling Day Tour from Kota Kinabalu
Guest User2024-07-08
The next day I arrived in Kota Kinabalu, I took a tour. I went with my Chinese family, and above all, the guide Ken was very friendly and pleasant, so I enjoyed the tour throughout. Lunch at Sapi Island was not bad, and it was worth it enough to parasail and seawalk. In particular, Manukan Island is ideal for snorkeling because there are few people and there are quite a few tropical fish. Safi Island is a dining and marine sports, and you can enjoy snorkeling on Manukan Island.★
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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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Reviews: Sabah Weston Wetland River Cruise, Proboscis Monkey, Sunset & Fireflies 1 Day Shared Tour
Guest User2025-09-04
We saw two types of monkeys and a large crocodile. We also saw a lot of fireflies, which was fantastic. Above all, the sunset was amazing. It was the best I've ever seen. The boat tour was a really great experience! The car ride was 2.5 hours each way, and it was quite shaky and painful. That was the only negative point. Overall, I would recommend this trip to others.★
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Reviews: Kota Kinabalu Kawa-Kawa River Day Tour: Proboscis Monkeys, Fireflies, Afternoon Tea & Dinner Experience
Guest User2025-09-14
It was the most worthwhile and enjoyable experience. It was a firefly viewing experience that you can't find anywhere else. Our guide, Lili, took such good care of us. She could only speak a little Japanese, but she tried to find the necessary Japanese words during the trip. She took pictures for everyone. She was very informative, funny, and friendly. The food was delicious. The car and boat were all very good. The tour was fun. We even met a bunch of long-nosed uncles. Watching the fireflies here was the most wonderful and memorable experience of our KK trip.★
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Reviews: Bongawan Mangrove Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies Tour with Sky Mirror - Solo Traveler Option
Guest User2025-07-08
James was the best travel guide! Best driver, pro photographer and the same skills, passionate tour description! We were getting into the tour and had no choice but to be impressed. Because of his efforts, we were very satisfied with the time we spent on a day. Yin Yee, who supports advance contact, was also accurate and friendly, so we were able to conduct a tour without any problems.★
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Reviews: Desa Dairy Farm + Poring Hot Spring + Mount Kinabalu Park Observatory one-day tour[Lunch Included]
Guest User2025-08-16
Ordered the trip via trip.com and the driver arrived at a different hotel. No one called, no one answered our calls. Fortunately, the trip.com assisted with solving the issue pretty well and we went on this trip on a different day. The guide, Ken, was a lot of fun. The trip itself was interesting despite the long distances. We bought yogurt and cheese on the farm, tasted good. The lunch was good.
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