Things to do in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah: The Best Day Trips from

July 2, 2021 Trinity Boughner

Kota Kinabalu on the island of Borneo is the bustling gateway to acclaimed Kinabalu National Park. The park's high point is 13,400-foot Mount Kinabula, Malaysia's tallest peak, a mecca for climbers. Ninety miles away, thrilling jungle trekking and camping await in the Crocker Range National Park.
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1. Kundasang Poring Hot Springs Day Tour

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Enjoy a day trip to Sabah's cool climate in Ranau. Along the way, stop by to get the best price of handicrafts in some local stall, as well as to view the Mount Kinabalu and its adjacent landscape from the watch tower. Experience the natural environments of Kinabalu National Park, where it is home to thousands of flora types that are native to the area and also some that can be found only in the park area. Understand the history of Sabah during the infamous death marches from Sandakan to Ranau and be amazed on the beautiful garden landscapes. Take the chance to soak in the hot sulfur spring for some warm therapeutic, or go for a canopy walkway and witness the unique rainforest from a bird's eye view. 

Inclusions: National Park fees, Lunch, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off ( Hotels in Kota Kinabalu City), Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities, Additional charges for outskirt hotels pick up

Reviewed By OSWALDHII

Travelling is one of the enjoyable activities for most of us. One of the crucial things to improve is waiting for completion of Borneo Pan Highway to exceeds the on-road time spending.

2. Crocodile Farm, Rungus Longhouse & Tuaran Temple from Kota Kinabalu

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The journey will take about 45 minutes drive to the opened-air market at Tuaran Town & suspension bridge, Chinese Temple. After you have your simple lunch, continue tour to Tuaran Crocodile Farm. Upon arrival, see the variety of crocodile species about 1,000 live ones. Variety species of birds & other exotic animals are on display at the farm. Later, enter to the Rungus Longhouse to witness the local cultural dance show. Yu huang temple is a Chinese temple that located near the Tuaran town. This is one of the beautiful places that can be your choice when you visiting Tuaran town. It is decorated with Chinese traditional and historical. When you come to visit Sabah, you should not missed this opportunity to visit Tuaran and climb up this pagoda, if you missed this chance you will not able to snap down the enchanting view of Tuaran town.Thereafter, transfer back to the hotel.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (Kota Kinabalu City Hotels), English Speaking Guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, 1 Borneo Hotels & Outskirt Hotels Pick up & drop-off additional charges applied, USD 9 per person

Reviewed By FionPoh

Very fun ride. We got the 2 rides pass and it was a thrilling experience. We'll love to come back to do more rides.........

3. Kinabalu Park With Rumah Terbalik & Desa Cow Farm

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Discover what makes Sabah a utopia for nature lovers on your visit to UNESCO World Heritage Site Kinabalu Park, explore the quirky side as your world is turned upside down at Rumah Terbalik and behold the scenic splendor of Desa Cow Farm, Kundasang— all in a day’s trip!

Inclusions: Meals (01 Lunch), KK City Hotel Pickup/Dropoff, All Land Transportation (seat-in-coach), Entrance Fees (Kinabalu Park, Desa Dairy Farm), English Speaking Guide

Exclusions: Rumah Terbalik / Upside Down House Entrance Fee, Personal expenses, Personal Travel Insurance, Any Items not mentioned

Reviewed By sarasB1094RW

Amazing Borneo were fantastic, booking was great, detailed itinerary was sent and the tours and guides were superb. Did book to go back June 2020 which was cancelled due to Covid but I’m hoping to go back 2021 and will definitely use Amazing Borneo as the team are great! Thanks for making our visit the best

4. Borneo (Klias) River Cruise & Fireflies Tour

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It's one of the perfect trip that you can get while having a vacation at Kota Kinabalu, We offer a satisfactional tour experience execute by our high experience tour guide in Kota Kinabalu,

Inclusions: Sweet delicacy from the locals, All Fees and Taxes

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Reviewed By richardkam85

To see prboscis monkey, this is the place to be. For a glimpse of fireflies at night provided it's not raining

5. Kinabalu National Park & Poring Hot Spring

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Drive through the beautiful farms and feel the mountain breeze on our famous Mt Kinabalu. Get a chance to learn about the unique flora of the area. If you're in luck you will also get to see our famous Rafflesia Flower (Extra Cost of RM30).

Inclusions: Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Return Transfer

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Reviewed By R668UTivanv

In February 2020 I visited Sabah, my starting point (base) was Kota Kinabalu (KK) and my intention was to make a round trip around Sabah region using motorbike. Basically, all bike rental shops are located near the Suria Sabah shopping mall. Although my intention was to visit Gogo Sabah (best online reviews), as I approached I was almost immediately "kidnapped" by its competition that was offering their bikes. These people did not speak proper english, the bikes that were offered were inferior compared to GoGo Sabah's and when discussing my travelling plan - they were really discouraging me to take the route through the jungle (south route between Tawau and Keningau) - they described it as dangerous route not suitable for motorbikes (they did not want me to ride their motorbike on this route). They were quite pushy to make reservation and pay deposit... Luckily enough, I also visited GoGo Sabah shop and the approach was completely different - it was 100% professional. I spoke with Daniel who honestly explained me what kind of bikes they offered and we very quickly found a bike that was suitable fo my purposes. In addition, Daniel provided very recent info on the route through the jungle (south route between Tawau and Keningau) and according to him this route was OK to travel (I was explained that there was a lack of petrol stations and I got a map where locations of petrol stations were clearly indicated) and he also provided very valuable travel information - all 100% accurate. During my trip, I wanted to extend the rental by few days - I experienced very prompt, positive response. GoGo Sabah is really trustworthy and good with handling customers and if I ever be in need of renting motorbike in Sabah I will use their services again.

6. Klias Wildlife Safari River Cruise - Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies

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Located on the Klias Peninsula is the Klias Wetland, a Mangrove Forest Reserve. With the bizarre-looking proboscis monkey gaining as much popularity with the tourists as the orang utan, the Klias Wetland with its large proboscis population is fast becoming the latest ecotourism destination in Sabah. Get those camera, binoculars on stand-by and keep your eyes peeled for the shy creatures in between the branches. As dusk settles in with a sunset, enjoy the sights and sounds in a natural setting as you have a sumptuous village style dinner. Show’s not over yet though, there is one more trip through the mangrove swamp, but this time it is graced by the secret rhythm of fireflies and their flickering lights. However, as much as we hate to disappoint, we are entering a natural habitat where sightings are common, but it is NOT GUARANTEED :)

Inclusions: Afternoon tea, Buffet dinner, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Transport by air-conditioned minivan / coach, English speaking guide

Exclusions: Tipping (optional), Personal expenses, Personal Travel Insurance, Any Items not mentioned.

Reviewed By sarasB1094RW

Amazing Borneo were fantastic, booking was great, detailed itinerary was sent and the tours and guides were superb. Did book to go back June 2020 which was cancelled due to Covid but I’m hoping to go back 2021 and will definitely use Amazing Borneo as the team are great! Thanks for making our visit the best

7. Day Trip to Mount Kinabalu Poring Rainforest

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Mount Kinabalu was nominated by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site for its sheer biodiversity. Enjoy a short trail walk at the base of the mountain and visit the Mountain Garden to capture a glimpse into the fascinating and often unique world of flora. The montane oak-chestnut forest at the Park headquarters gives way to lowland dipterocarp forest at Poring on the eastern boundary.  Here, you may trek through the rainforest and witness life in the treetops as you walk along the 100ft high Canopy Walkway.

Inclusions: Lunch, Air conditioned vehicle with license English-speaking guide, Hotel pickup from Kota Kinabalu city hotels, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Video RM30 / Camera RM5 fees at the Canopy walkway, Entrance fees to Rafflesia site (time permitting), Drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By 170claires

We booked a couple of tours with this company and loved both of them. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable and we felt well looked after the whole time. On one of our trips a lady from another tour group mentioned to me that she thought our guide was excellent and wished she had booked with Exotic Borneo instead!

8. Kinabalu Park & Poring Hot Spring & Canopy Walk

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We combined the scenic nature trails of UNESCO World Heritage Site Kinabalu Park with a treetop adventure taking you 40 meters above the spectacular wilderness of Borneo’s ancient rainforest on a canopy walk in Poring Hot Springs. On this full-day guided tour, you will drive through the picturesque countryside and stop at a local market. Enjoy the ride through the rolling hills of Kundasang, Ranau and take a soak in Poring’s well known mineral rich hot springs. Check with your tour guide, because if you're in luck, the giant rafflesia may be in bloom at Poring.

Inclusions: Hotel Pickup & Drop off, Land Transportation (Seat-In-Coach), Meals (Lunch), English/Chinese Speaking Guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Additional charges of MYR 30 per pax are chargeable for outskirt hotels pick-ups. Outskirt charges applicable for hotels outside of Kota Kinabalu city area & 1Borneo Area., Beverages, Personal Travel Insurance, Any Items Not Mentioned

Reviewed By sarasB1094RW

Amazing Borneo were fantastic, booking was great, detailed itinerary was sent and the tours and guides were superb. Did book to go back June 2020 which was cancelled due to Covid but I’m hoping to go back 2021 and will definitely use Amazing Borneo as the team are great! Thanks for making our visit the best

9. Half-Day North Borneo Railway Train Ride

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Ride away on a Vulcan Steam Engine through scenic countryside. The North Borneo Railway gives the experience of the bygone era of British North Borneo in a fully refurbished deluxe carriages. The train journey passes by the backyards of local homes surrounded by small orchards, skirting pass mangroves, through the Pengalat tunnel before ending at the town of Papar where you can visit the nearby local market. A tiffin box lunch and hotel transfer is included.

Inclusions: Light refreshments and lunch box, Train ride, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if selected required), Air-conditioned vehicle

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Reviewed By 170claires

We booked a couple of tours with this company and loved both of them. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable and we felt well looked after the whole time. On one of our trips a lady from another tour group mentioned to me that she thought our guide was excellent and wished she had booked with Exotic Borneo instead!

10. Full-Day Kinabalu Park and Poring Hot Spring Day Trip

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Experience Kinabalu Park and Poring Hot Spring in this 10 hour tour! This exciting tour will begin when your guide picks your up at your hotel at 7:30am, or the Kinabalu International Airport. Designated by UNESCO in December 2000, Kinabalu Park covers an area of 754 square kilometres surrounding Mount Kinabalu which is the highest mountain on the island of Borneo. You will also have the opportunity to travel to the Poring Hot Spring, famous for it’s sulfur water. Lunch is included and this tour concludes with a ride back to your hotel. 

Inclusions: National Park fees, Lunch, Professional guide, Driver/guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Fuel surcharge, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

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Reviewed By caroline w

I organised this day trip from Australia we had to arrange our own flights from KK to Sandakan which was fine (just watch Air Asia they cancelled our flight) to a hour later but Borneo Trails worked around the timetable for us Vincent our guide for the day was amazing so knowledgeable about the jungle, Orangutans he even got us in to see the sun bears in the jungle we saw 7 the whole experience was amazing we visited a water village on stilts a temple overlooking the whole of Sandakan . Going in December remember its the rainy season we got a bit of rain in the jungle but that all added to the ambience of the day. We would really recommend BT and Vincent.

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