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Discover 149 Day tour product in Kota Kinabalu on Trip.com, updated October 28, 2026, with experiences lasting from 1 to 12 hours. Find the perfect adventure for your day!

From PHP 528.70 per person, with an average total of PHP 3,089.16. Choose the option that suits your plan.

With 1.819k verified reviews, Day tour product Kota Kinabalu boast an average rating of 4.8.

This week's most popular Day tour product: "Sabah Kawa Mangrove Forest Day Trip [Small group tour available | Mosque | Proboscis monkeys and fireflies]", with 415 reviews and a 4.7 rating.

Now on Trip.com: "1-Day Tour to Sapi Island Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia + Manukan Island [Snorkeling/Water Tours + Seafood BBQ Lunch]", a 5-hour adventure in Kota Kinabalu!

The next available day tour departs on October 29, 2026. Book now to secure your spot!

Kota Kinabalu Day tour product usually take about 5 hours — perfect for a relaxed, immersive experience!

96% of Kota Kinabalu Day tour product now offer English-speaking guides

October is the perfect time to visit Kota Kinabalu! Choose from 149 available day tours, including seasonal favorites like Sabah Kawa Mangrove Forest Day Trip [Small group tour available | Mosque | Proboscis monkeys and fireflies].

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Reviews: 1-Day Tour to Sapi Island Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia + Manukan Island [Snorkeling/Water Tours + Seafood BBQ Lunch]
Guest User2026-09-15
This tour is highly recommended! Tour guide is friendly and nice good arrangement. The free lunch with crab and prawns and it taste great . Both islands are children friendly and must go if u in kk!
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Reviews: Island hopping in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah - 1-day tour to Sapi Island Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia and Manukan Island with optional snorkeling, parasailing and water activities
Guest User2026-10-15
Most of the day trips were booked through Ctrip, and we had a great time. Parasailing was fun, not as scary as I imagined. We also rented a camera to shoot videos. The service was good, there was no forced spending, and everything was flexible. I was very satisfied.
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Reviews: 1-day tour to Sapi Island Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia and Manukan Island with snorkeling and parasailing - Kota Kinabalu island hopping
Guest User2026-10-06
A day trip to Manukan and Sapi islands in Kota Kinabalu is a great option. The speedboat ride is short, only about ten minutes, and seasickness is unlikely. Sapi Island boasts crystal-clear waters with abundant fish right on the shore. You can snorkel and feed the fish while wading through the water. The underwater coral is beautiful, but the island is small and gets crowded during peak season. Manukan Island is larger, with more shade, restaurants, and a full range of water sports, making it perfect for relaxing on the beach. Combining both islands offers a good balance of snorkeling and relaxation, with a relaxed pace. Reminder: Be sure to bring sunscreen. Water and snacks are expensive on the islands, so it's recommended to bring your own. Visibility can decrease when the waves are high. This trip was recommended by Xia Ya, who provided many useful local tips and made a very reliable plan. This combination is perfect for a relaxing island-hopping trip in Kota Kinabalu. Remember to bring your phone for the activities! The locals are great at taking pictures. I was so disappointed when I didn't bring mine!
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Reviews: 1-day tour to Sabah royal bay sky mirror mangrove | proboscis monkeys and fireflies/private small group optional
Guest User2026-10-08
It's a pity we didn't get to see the animals up close this trip, but seeing the fireflies at night was incredibly romantic! Our guide, my cousin, gave us so many surprises! He was incredibly thoughtful and attentive, bringing a small speaker to play music the whole way, making the trip relaxed and enjoyable. At the beach, he even offered to take amazing photos for us; his photography skills are superb, and he knows exactly how to frame the shots. Overall, I highly recommend the experience!
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Reviews: Internet-famous boat no. 5 randomly arranged | Kota Kinabalu Sabah Mengalum Island 1-day tour | snorkeling and deep diving optional with mangrove
Guest User2026-07-22
I checked Xiaohongshu (a Chinese social media platform) for Kota Kinabalu island hopping tours and heard that the company "Round Beach Love" was the most expensive, but I still chose them in the end. They really have a reason for the higher price; the staff were very enthusiastic, the one-hour boat ride was enjoyable, I didn't feel seasick at all, and we arrived in no time. The young men were very friendly and observed the guests' moods to create a lively atmosphere, making you completely forget about seasickness. Although we didn't get to ride the popular No. 5 boat, we rode No. 6, which was also a lot of fun. The lunch on the beach was very good, and you can get refills if you're still hungry. My kids went back for crab twice, and it was delicious both times. There were two snorkeling spots, and it cost 50 MYR per person for a photo shoot. There was no tipping required on the islands. The young men would bring bread to attract small fish for you to take photos, which was very nice 👍. The seawater was absolutely beautiful; the photos perfectly captured the joy of the moment. The bubble party was also a lot of fun, and the kids had a great time. I would definitely go again next time I'm in Kota Kinabalu 👍
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Reviews: Chi, The Spa (Tanjong)
Guest User2026-04-29
The experience was good; you need to call ahead to make an appointment, and the service was excellent!

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