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Kota Kinabalu Kawa-Kawa River Cruise Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies with Hi-Tea & Dinner Shared Day Tour
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47 consecutive positive reviews
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Duration: 6 hrs
4.9/5
Excellent· 47 reviews· 848 booked
From€33.15
Kota Kinabalu Sunset Escape: Kokol Hill Relaxing with Scenic Views Half-Day Shared Tour
󱩳Catch a stunning sunset at Kokol Hill
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Duration: 4 hrs
From€43.48
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Sabah Mantanani Island Day Trip [Limited-Time Special Offer | New Resort | Optional Diving/Mangrove Retreat]
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91.9% of travelers recommend
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Duration: 6.2 hrs
4.7/5
Very good· 173 reviews· 2.3k booked
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Authentic Mengalum Island 1-day tour - optional scuba diving + optional mangrove/ multiple bases available
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Duration: 6.5 hrs
4.5/5
Satisfied· 185 reviews· 4.4k booked
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Lazy Cat self-operated upgraded Sky Mirror - Mantanani Islands one-day tour - optional mangrove forest - optional deep diving
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Duration: 7.9 hrs
4.6/5
Satisfied· 257 reviews· 3.4k booked
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Sabah Kawa Mangrove Forest Day Trip [Small group tour available | Mosque | Proboscis monkeys and fireflies]
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91.1% of travelers recommend
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Duration: 4.5 hrs
4.7/5
Very good· 122 reviews· 2.1k booked
From€23.18
Kota Kinabalu Islands Hoping
󱩳Dive into crystal-clear waters at carefully selected snorkeling spots
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Duration: 5 hrs
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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.
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Duration: 11.2 hrs
4.0/5
Good· 8 reviews· 185 booked
From€44.69

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Paddleboarding (1-5 hours) [Tanjung Aru Sunrise & Sunset Paddleboarding, Fishing, kayaking, SUP Experience Half-Day Tour]
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4.6/5
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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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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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Duration: 2.5 hrs
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Excellent· 6 reviews· 98 booked
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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
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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
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Duration: 5–6 hrs
4.8/5
Very good· 4 reviews· 94 booked
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SSI Try Mermaid 2 Hours | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
󱩳Are you looking for a fun way to enjoy water activity? Mermaid diving is not only great fun, but it is also great for fitness and confidence in the water. SSI's Experience Mermaid program will take you into the world of mermaids and mermen, and learn to swim using a mermaid monofin.
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Duration: 2 hrs
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Kiulu White River Rafting
Free cancellation
Duration: 5 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 3 reviews
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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.
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Duration: 2 days
5.0/5
Excellent· 5 reviews
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Stay connected in Kota Kinabalu

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Malaysia 5G eSIM | Day Pass/Total Data Package | 1-30 Days | 24-Hour Billing | QR Code
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4.5/5
Satisfied· 2k reviews· 59.3k booked
51% off
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From€0.13€0.27
Malaysia 5G eSIM | Supports mainstream apps including TikTok, Google Maps & ChatGPT | Day Pass/Total Package | 24H Billing | 1-30 days | QR code
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90.4% of travelers recommend
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4.6/5
Satisfied· 2.4k reviews· 55.1k booked
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Southeast Asia (7 countries) | 5G/4G eSIM | Day Pass/Total Package | 24H Billing | 1-30 days | QR code
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1.096k bookings in 7 days
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4.6/5
Satisfied· 1.5k reviews· 25.9k booked
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Asia 10 Destinations 5G eSIM | Japan, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Korea & More | ChatGPT | 1–30 Days | Instant QR
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4.7/5
Very good· 2k reviews· 42.4k booked
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Malaysia U Mobile 5G eSIM | Local IP Low Latency | Full AI & TikTok Access | 1-30 Days | Instant QR
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34 consecutive positive reviews
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4.6/5
Satisfied· 150 reviews· 3.9k booked
70% off
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From€0.09€0.31
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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91.1% of travelers recommend
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4.6/5
Satisfied· 3.4k reviews· 87.1k booked
From€0.29
Asia & Oceania 4G/5G eSIM | Daily/Total Data Package | 1–30 Days | 24-Hour Billing | QR Code
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1.128k bookings in 7 days
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4.5/5
Satisfied· 678 reviews· 13.6k booked
51% off
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Asia 8 countries 5G/4G eSIM | DayPass/Total | 1-30 days | QR code
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91.1% of travelers recommend
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4.6/5
Satisfied· 2.4k reviews· 44.6k booked
33% off
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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: Sabah Mantanani Island Day Trip [Limited-Time Special Offer | New Resort | Optional Diving/Mangrove Retreat]

Guest User2026-02-28

During the Chinese New Year, the price of over 500 yuan per person is definitely not as good as usual, and a lot of time is wasted waiting for people to be picked up. Normally, with around 300+ people and fewer people, the experience would be much better. Overall, I'm still willing to give it a good review, because it's truly remarkable that they were able to arrange food, drinks, and entertainment for so many people with different itineraries and requirements, and even provide staggered pick-up and drop-off services during the Chinese New Year holiday. Although the journey is long, the scenery is stunning, and we even saw some wildlife 👍. The itinerary was rich and varied, including snorkeling, sightseeing, monkey watching, firefly watching, sunset viewing, and ironwork performances. We drove back and forth several times on an extremely bumpy road near the Kawa entrance 😂. The downsides are that the morning was rushed; we were too pressed for time on the island. There wasn't much to see while snorkeling; we only caught a few fish with bread. Furthermore, the resort was just an area enclosed by iron railings, with no hot water, and we had to queue to shower in smelly toilets. We didn't see the white sandbar, had a long lunch queue, and didn't take many photos before leaving. The bubbles sprayed on the sand looked a bit dirty and not dreamy at all. The transparent paddleboards weren't enough to keep us entertained, and they started rushing us back after we only took a few photos. The boats rocked so much in the big waves that it gave me a headache. These things are understandable and acceptable, but I was a little disappointed that the experience didn't match the description.

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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: 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: 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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