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Discover 138 Day tours in Kota Kinabalu on Trip.com, updated January 20, 2026, with experiences lasting from 1 to 11 hours. Find the perfect adventure for your day!
From TRY 1,031.36 per person, with an average total of TRY 2,422.73. Choose the option that suits your plan.
With 1.471k 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 January 21, 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
January 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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40 consecutive positive reviewsDuration: 6 hrsEnglishFree cancellationInstant confirmation4.9/5Excellent· 40 reviews· 721 bookedFromTRY 1,672.20
173 travelers savedDuration: 3.9 hrsEnglishFree cancellationInstant confirmation4.8/5Very good· 24 reviews· 301 bookedFromTRY 1,068.48![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.Select93.6% of travelers recommendDuration: 4.5 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.8/5Very good· 94 reviews· 1.2k bookedFromTRY 1,299.76![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.Select33 consecutive positive reviewsDuration: 6.2 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.7/5Very good· 164 reviews· 2k bookedFromTRY 2,257.47
Trip.Select176 travelers savedDuration: 7 hrsEnglishFree cancellation5.0/5Excellent· 7 reviews· 384 bookedFromTRY 1,068.48![Sapi Island + Manukan Island Snorkeling one-day tour[Lunch Included]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0581t12000n2inwo9F748_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Trip.SelectBoth islands are easily accessible by boat from Kota Kinabalu, making them popular one-day tour destination.Duration: 6.5 hrsEnglishFree cancellation5.0/5Excellent· 3 reviews· 107 bookedFromTRY 2,018.23
Catch a stunning sunset at Kokol HillDuration: 4 hrsEnglishFree cancellationInstant confirmationFromTRY 2,136.95
Experience day trip into wild watching proboscis monkey, macaques, floating mosque, chocolate factory, beach & firefliesDuration: 6.2 hrsEnglishInstant confirmation4.0/5Good· 1 review· 22 bookedFromTRY 1,764.51
Export a half day tour which includes all 5 highlight in menkabong river cruise with transferDuration: 5.4 hrsEnglishFromTRY 1,997.19
Customize & explore popular Sabah city attractions such as the Sabah Museum, KK City Mosque, Kokol Hill and etc.Duration: 5.8 hrsEnglishFree cancellationFromTRY 4,273.89![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)
109 travelers savedDuration: 3.4 hrsEnglishFree cancellationInstant confirmation5.0/5Excellent· 7 reviews· 56 bookedFromTRY 2,136.95
Experience the Mangrove of Menghe River, a mangrove forest close to the city, with convenient hotel shuttle service provided.Duration: 7 hrsEnglishFree cancellationFromTRY 2,077.59
Experience the thrilling rapids of Kiulu River while enjoying the beautiful scenery along the wayDuration: 4.7 hrsEnglishFree cancellationFromTRY 2,660.50
Trip.Select56 travelers savedDuration: 6.4 hrsEnglishFree cancellationInstant confirmation5.0/5Excellent· 2 reviews· 97 bookedFromTRY 1,698.87![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)
Trip.SelectEnjoy a hassle-free one-day tour to Kinabalu Park, including hotel transfer service and a multilingual guide who provides insights along the way. Choose an exciting ATV adventure (30-45 minutes) to explore the rugged terrain or experience the thrill of Paragliding. visit the Desa Dairy Cattle Farm to witness the dairy cows in action and enjoy the view.Duration: 7.9 hrsEnglishFree cancellation5.0/5Excellent· 2 reviews· 58 bookedFromTRY 2,280.27
Trip.Select95% of travelers recommendDuration: 9.6 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.7/5Very good· 300 reviews· 36 bookedFromTRY 3,264.78
Trip.SelectThe Kiulu River rafting experience is suitable for all ages, including kids and seniors, making it a perfect family-friendly outing.Duration: 7.5 hrsEnglishFree cancellation5.0/5Excellent· 1 reviewFromTRY 5,000.45![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.SelectAdmire 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: 11.2 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.0/5Good· 7 reviews· 160 bookedFromTRY 2,066.06
Trip.SelectEscape the hustle and bustle of Sabah's cities and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Kinabalu Park with this exhilarating Malaysian adventure!Duration: 10.7 hrsEnglishFree cancellationInstant confirmation5.0/5Excellent· 3 reviews· 42 bookedFromTRY 4,541.00
Trip.SelectEscape the hustle and bustle of Sabah's cities and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Kinabalu Park with this exhilarating Malaysian adventure!Duration: 10.2 hrsEnglishFree cancellationInstant confirmation4.6/5Satisfied· 8 reviews· 79 bookedFromTRY 4,380.73
Trip.SelectWeston Wetland offers a great opportunity to spot fascinating wildlife, including Proboscis Monkey and silvered langursDuration: 7.6 hrsEnglishFree cancellationInstant confirmation4.8/5Very good· 4 reviews· 35 bookedFromTRY 2,724.60
Trip.Select108 travelers savedDuration: 6.5 hrsEnglishFree cancellationInstant confirmation4.8/5Very good· 4 reviews· 111 bookedFromTRY 2,436.12![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)
1.43k travelers savedDuration: 6.5 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.6/5Satisfied· 217 reviews· 3.6k bookedFromTRY 1,610.70
3.941k travelers savedDuration: 7.9 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.6/5Satisfied· 253 reviews· 3.6k booked5% offLimited-time saleFromTRY 2,286.38TRY 2,406.72
3.105k travelers savedDuration: 6.5 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.5/5Satisfied· 180 reviews· 4.2k booked5% offLimited-time saleFromTRY 3,026.98TRY 3,186.3
Double the experience, all in one day: Enjoy a fun-filled island adventure by day and a peaceful mangrove cruise by night — a perfect balance of excitement and relaxation. Explore Timbun Mata Island: Choose from a variety of land and water activities, including hiking, parasailing, jet skiing, and banana boat rides. Discover the hidden world of the mangroves: Take a boat deep into the natural ecosystem and observe the wild proboscis monkeys in their true habitat.Duration: 9 hrsEnglishFree cancellationInstant confirmationFromTRY 5,817.23![Semporna Mangrove Forest Eco-Tour (Half-Day Session) [Morning & Afternoon Sessions]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0583p12000n2ho2kg18A6_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Savor a delicious dinner and traditional Malay afternoon tea.Duration: 4 hrsEnglishFree cancellation29 bookedFromTRY 1,424.63
Cruise through the mangroves in late afternoon, when these iconic long-nosed primates emerge to feed — often visible in harems along riverbanksDuration: 7 hrsEnglishFree cancellation5.0/5Excellent· 1 review9% offLimited-time saleFromTRY 2,115.58TRY 2,350.64![Sapi Island Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia + Manukan Island 1-day tour [Exclusive line + seafood BBQ lunch + water activities]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0582y12000nn95zi9BF73_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Trip.Select927 travelers savedDuration: 5.4 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.5/5Excellent· 58 reviews· 1.3k bookedFromTRY 1,664.61
92.5% of travelers recommendDuration: 5.6 hrsEnglish4.7/5Great· 80 reviews· 794 bookedFromTRY 2,073.02
Visit five traditional indigenous homes in Sabah and discover the unique heritage, customs, and lifestyles of each tribe.Duration: 4 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.3/5Good· 8 reviews· 153 bookedFromTRY 1,651.63
Admire the stunning rural sunset over the mangroves and rice fieldsDuration: 6 hrsEnglish4.7/5Great· 3 reviews· 81 bookedFromTRY 1,031.36
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Reviews: Kota Kinabalu Kawa-Kawa River Cruise Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies with Hi-Tea & Dinner Shared Day Tour
Guest User2026-01-04
Although I made the reservation the day before, the guide arrived in the hotel lobby five minutes early to pick me up. The road to the boat dock was not particularly smooth, so it was quite bumpy, but we arrived earlier than scheduled. The wait time before boarding was short, and the tour was smooth throughout, allowing me to participate with peace of mind. The first tour was an animal observation cruise, and there were many highlights, including monkeys and buffalo. It was great that we were given more time to observe them than the other nearby boats. The weather was unfortunate for sunset, but we were able to take plenty of time to take photos on the beautiful beach. On my second trip, I was able to see many more beautiful fireflies than I expected, which was a great experience. The food was also delicious. Of the various tours available, I was glad I chose this one, which was mid-priced. I highly recommend it.★
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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: 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 User2026-01-06
Highly recommend the Mermaid Island day trip! It features a fully Chinese-speaking guide, complete snorkeling equipment, a buffet lunch with some fresh seafood like shrimp and crab, and free beach activities including a bubble machine. Excellent value for money!★
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Reviews: Timba-Timba, Mataking and Pom Pom Island Day Tour in Semporna
Guest User2025-12-27
A truly wonderful trip! We were blessed with great weather and a fantastic guide, Chenchen, whose Chinese is excellent and who was incredibly enthusiastic! The snorkeling instructors were all fun and responsible! They even created underwater bubbles for us to film! When we saw turtles and clownfish, they proactively took out their phones to record them for us! Just a heads-up, please confirm with your guide at check-in which island you're going to for snorkeling or scuba diving. Two guests got it wrong today, so it's also a good idea to contact XC beforehand to confirm. Oh, and my phone didn't have Wi-Fi on any of the three islands, so please let your important friends know before you go!★
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Reviews: Sapi Island + Manukan Island Snorkeling one-day tour[Lunch Included]
Guest User2025-11-16
I was worried because I don’t speak much English, but our guide Michael was very kind. We had an amazing time in the crystal-clear ocean. Thank you
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