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Discover 122 Day tours in Kota Kinabalu on Trip.com, updated April 1, 2026, with experiences lasting from 1 to 11 hours. Find the perfect adventure for your day!
From TRY 569.81 per person, with an average total of TRY 2,004.07. Choose the option that suits your plan.
With 1.573k verified reviews, Day tours Kota Kinabalu boast an average rating of 4.5.
This week's most popular Day tours: "Bongawan River Cruise: Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies Mangrove", with 323 reviews and a 4.9 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 April 2, 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
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Duration: 6 hrsEnglish4.9/5Perfect· 50 reviews· 900 bookedFromTRY 1,734.77![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 hrsEnglish4.6/5Excellent· 226 reviews· 2.9k bookedFromTRY 1,541.94
Duration: 6.5 hrsEnglish4.5/5Excellent· 188 reviews· 4.4k booked5% offLimited-time saleFromTRY 2,635.49TRY 2,774.2
5% offLimited-time saleFromTRY 5,309.43TRY 5,588.88![1-Day Tour to Sapi Island Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia + Manukan Island [Snorkeling/Water Tours + Seafood BBQ Lunch]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0355312000r4xunvi2C03_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 5.4 hrsEnglish4.5/5Excellent· 64 reviews· 1.1k bookedFromTRY 1,735.49![Sapi Island Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia + Manukan Island Day Tour [Snorkeling + Seafood Buffet Lunch + Water Attractions & Tours]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0585t12000r6hgp8qFEA8_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 5.5 hrsEnglish4.3/5Very good· 4 reviews· 197 bookedFromTRY 1,735.49
Duration: 7.9 hrsEnglish4.6/5Excellent· 262 reviews· 3.3k booked5% offLimited-time saleFromTRY 2,494.51TRY 2,625.81
Duration: 3.9 hrsEnglish4.8/5Outstanding· 26 reviews· 370 bookedFromTRY 1,101.10
Duration: 4.5 hrsEnglish5.0/5Perfect· 1 review· 90 bookedFromTRY 1,431.43
Trip.SelectDuration: 6.4 hrsEnglish5.0/5Perfect· 3 reviews· 108 bookedFromTRY 1,750.75
Duration: 3.5 hrsEnglish4.0/5Very good· 1 review· 43 bookedFromTRY 917.59
Trip.SelectDuration: 5.6 hrsEnglish4.7/5Outstanding· 105 reviews· 1.1k bookedFromTRY 4,352.57![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 hrsEnglish4.7/5Outstanding· 172 reviews· 2.3k bookedFromTRY 2,275.65
Duration: 8 hrsEnglish4.9/5Perfect· 323 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFromTRY 2,434.83TRY 2,562.98![Mermaid Island Snorkeling one-day tour[Lunch Included] shared tour Tour](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0581412000n2irbd080C5_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 10.9 hrsEnglish38 bookedFromTRY 1,984.79![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.SelectDuration: 4.5 hrsEnglish4.7/5Outstanding· 127 reviews· 2.2k bookedFromTRY 1,205.13
Duration: 4 hrsEnglishFromTRY 2,246.93
Duration: 6 hrsEnglish4.3/5Very good· 8 reviews· 155 bookedFromTRY 1,123.47![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.SelectDuration: 11.2 hrsEnglish4.0/5Very good· 8 reviews· 187 bookedFromTRY 2,309.34![Kiulu River Rafting with Lunch [Level 1-2]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0351l12000gzuf4tj2EE7_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 4.1 hrsEnglish5.0/5Perfect· 3 reviews· 54 bookedFromTRY 1,622.78
Duration: 6.2 hrsEnglish4.0/5Very good· 1 review· 31 bookedFromTRY 1,894.80
Duration: 5 hrsEnglish5% offLimited-time saleFromTRY 1,438.96TRY 1,514.7
Duration: 3.5 hrsEnglishFromTRY 2,250.72![1-Day Tour to Sapi Island Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia and Manukan Island [Snorkeling + Lunch + Optional Water Activities]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0587312000qw0qw5u6A79_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
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Reviews: Kota Kinabalu Kawa-Kawa River Cruise Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies with Hi-Tea & Dinner Shared Day Tour
Guest User2026-02-23
Our tour guide, Xiao Chen, was lovely and wonderful! There were more places to eat than we expected, and fresh coconuts were available for purchase. The mountain road was a bit bumpy, but that was unavoidable given the environment. There was also a free farm where we could feed the animals, which were very cute. The staff on the boats to see the monkeys and fireflies were all very cheerful. It was a very worthwhile trip!★
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Reviews: Royal Bay Sky Mirror Mangrove Day Tour in Sabah [Proboscis Monkeys/Fireflies/Beach Sunset]
Guest User2026-03-31
I booked a half-day tour of the Tianjing Mangrove Forest, and the experience was fantastic! Our first stop was the Floating Mosque. From the bus, the blue dome and minaret stood out strikingly in the sunlight—solemn and photogenic; every shot was picturesque. Afterwards, we headed to the mangrove forest and saw gibbon monkeys up close for the first time. We fed them bananas, and the little guys were so lively and adorable; it was instantly heartwarming. Our driver, Xiao Qi, drove smoothly and attentively, while our guide, Steve, was enthusiastic and professional throughout, patiently explaining the local history, culture, and geography, making the otherwise mundane journey lively and interesting. The weather was quite hot that day, and finding the gibbon monkeys took some time. Although we only caught a glimpse from afar, it was still a fulfillment of our wish, leaving no regrets. We arrived at the beach in the evening. Our guide was a great photographer, capturing stunning sunset moments for everyone in our group. We were also lucky enough to catch a spectacular iron flower performance—dazzling and breathtaking! Finally, on the return trip, we searched for the romantic fireflies. The twinkling stars and the evening breeze created a truly enchanting atmosphere. The overall itinerary was well-planned, and the experience was rich and pleasant. I was very satisfied with the trip and would recommend it to everyone!★
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Reviews: Authentic Mengalum Island 1-day tour - optional scuba diving + optional mangrove/ multiple bases available
Guest User2026-01-31
The boat trip takes about an hour and a half each way. Those sitting in the front are more prone to seasickness and vomiting, while those in the back avoid this problem, although the very last row is more likely to get wet. Aside from the long journey, the seawater on the island is incredibly clear. Even non-swimmers can gradually learn the ropes with the instructor's help. The product descriptions and actual products match. For those who don't want to pay extra, you can prepare your own supplies beforehand to avoid additional charges. The staff are very friendly, and the food is quite delicious. Overall, it was a good trip.★
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Reviews: 1-Day Tour to Sapi Island Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia + Manukan Island [Snorkeling/Water Tours + Seafood BBQ Lunch]
Guest User2026-03-25
Punctual pick-up and drop-off, small tour group, easy-to-manage guide. Sapi Island has clear water, white sand, and plenty of fish, a great place for snorkeling. Manukan Island also has clear water, but not many fish. Guide Zhihong is good. Worth the trip.★
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Reviews: Sapi Island Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia + Manukan Island Day Tour [Snorkeling + Seafood Buffet Lunch + Water Attractions & Tours]
Guest User2026-03-23
The tour guide was very enthusiastic and attentive. The food on the island was delicious; I especially loved the crab – it was incredibly fresh. The tour was very beginner-friendly, particularly for those wanting to try snorkeling. You could buy your own mask and try it out. If you didn't want to snorkel, just taking photos and enjoying the breeze was quite pleasant. You could also bring your own towel and lie on the beach under the trees – so comfortable!
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