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Discover 131 Day tours in Kota Kinabalu on Trip.com, updated February 6, 2026, with experiences lasting from 1 to 14 hours. Find the perfect adventure for your day!
From USD 24.73 per person, with an average total of USD 58.74. Choose the option that suits your plan.
With 1.137k 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 255 reviews and a 4.6 rating.
Now on Trip.com: "Sabah Kawa Mangrove Forest Day Trip [Small group tour available | Mosque | Proboscis monkeys and fireflies]", a 4-hour adventure in Kota Kinabalu!
The next available day tour departs on February 7, 2026. Book now to secure your spot!
Kota Kinabalu Day tours usually take about 4 hours — perfect for a relaxed, immersive experience!
100% of Kota Kinabalu Day tours now offer English-speaking guides
February 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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Mantanani Island & Kawa Mangroves Tours | One-day shared tour | Lunch/ afternoon tea/dinner included
Duration: 9.9 hrsEnglish4.7/5Very good· 3 reviews· 53 bookedFromUS$69.07
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Duration: 6.4 hrsEnglish3.0/5· 1 review· 25 bookedFromUS$57.09
Duration: 6 hrsEnglish4.5/5Satisfied· 2 reviews13% offLimited-time saleFromUS$39.73US$45.67
Duration: 7 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 1 review13% offLimited-time saleFromUS$48.56US$55.82
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Duration: 6.2 hrsEnglish13% offLimited-time saleFromUS$39.73US$45.67![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· 217 reviews· 3.5k bookedFromUS$37.19
Duration: 5.6 hrsEnglish4.7/5Very good· 84 reviews· 833 bookedFromUS$48.11![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· 164 reviews· 2.1k bookedFromUS$52.13![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)
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Duration: 3.5 hrsEnglish4.1/5Good· 7 reviews· 127 bookedFromUS$32.97![Sapi Island + Manukan Island Snorkeling one-day tour[Lunch Included]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0581t12000n2inwo9F748_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Trip.SelectDuration: 6.5 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 3 reviews· 110 bookedFromUS$46.70![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)
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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: 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 User2026-01-23
Kota Kinabalu Kawa-Kawa River Cruise: Proboscis Monkey and Firefly Tour (Including Afternoon Tea and Dinner)
The trip went very smoothly! Pick-up and drop-off were punctual, and the itinerary was well-organized. Afternoon tea and dinner were delicious, especially the local specialties, which left a lasting impression.
The most unforgettable experience was seeing the proboscis monkeys on the riverbank; they were lively, fun, and incredibly cute. The fireflies at night were breathtaking—the entire forest seemed to be lit up by stars, a dreamlike and magical experience!
The guide was also very professional and friendly, providing engaging explanations and patiently answering our questions. Overall, it was a journey full of surprises, and I highly recommend it! It will definitely be an unforgettable memory.
Kota Kinabalu Kawa-Kawa River Cruise:
Everything on this tour went smoothly! The transfer was punctual, and the itinerary was well-organized. The hi-tea and dinner provided were delicious, especially the local flavors which left a deep impression.
The highlight was definitely seeing the proboscis monkeys along the river—they were active, playful, and adorable. And the fireflies at night were absolutely breathtaking! The trees glittered like starlight, creating a magical and enchanting atmosphere.
Our guide was also excellent—knowledgeable, friendly, and always ready to answer our questions. Overall, this was a wonderful experience filled with beautiful moments. Highly recommended for an unforgettable adventure!★
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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: Lazy Cat self-operated upgraded Sky Mirror - Mantanani Islands one-day tour - optional mangrove forest - optional deep diving
Guest User2025-12-29
I bought the Mangrove Island + Mangrove Forest package; you absolutely must buy the package, otherwise going to the mangrove forest alone is too much of a hassle, requiring a 1.5-hour drive each way. The overall itinerary was well-organized, with door-to-door pick-up and drop-off.
Mangrove Island is beautiful and worth a visit.
I didn't see any proboscis monkeys at the mangrove forest, but there were many fireflies, and the guide was engaging, making for a pleasant experience.★
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Reviews: Kota Kinabalu Kawa-kawa river cruise 1-day tour: Proboscis monkeys & fireflies - includes snacks and dinner
Guest User2026-01-17
Really satisfied with the trip. Our tour guide, Thompson is very friendly and informative. We manage to see the proboscis monkey. The fire fly trip also amazing. There is a lot of fire fly on the tree and flying around us on the boat.
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