Top Sabah Day Trips

Explore the Klias Wetlands on this all-day guided tour from Kota Kinabalu. Cruise down the Klias River in search of proboscis monkeys, long-tailed macaques, the rare silver langur, and other local wildlife. Enjoy hi tea with coffee, tea, and local snacks before a village-style dinner. At dusk, travel through the mangrove swamp to see the fireflies’ flickering lights. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for your convenience.

Learn about the challenges facing Malaysia's iconic species on a full-day small-group wildlife tour from Sandakan. Visit the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre, both of which provide home for orphaned and injured animals, and get insights into the importance of protecting habitats. Between locations, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

Bongawan River Cruise – A Hidden Gem of Borneo! Please note on Fridays Mosque is not available. Meeting Point for Pick Up at 1 PM Burger King, Ground Floor, The Shore, Jalan Lapan Belas. Experience the Bongawan River Cruise! We offer the best service, certified expert guides ensuring an unforgettable adventure. No other provider matches our quality! This hidden paradise offers a relaxing journey through mangroves, home to fascinating wildlife and sunset views. Why You Should Book This Experience: Wildlife Encounters – Spot proboscis monkeys, long-tailed macaques, and exotic birds in their natural habitat. Breathtaking Sunset – Watch the sky transform into a stunning canvas of colors as the sun sets over the river. Magical Fireflies – After dark, witness thousands of fireflies lighting up the trees, creating a fairy-tale atmosphere. Tranquil Escape – Perfect for those who love nature, photography, and peaceful getaways. Enjoy a delicious local dinner after the cruise!

Embark on the Bongawan River Cruise for an unforgettable ecological adventure in Kota Kinabalu, observe wildlife intimately, admire stunning natural phenomena, and engage with local culture through shared, private tour, or just a simple entry tickets, tailored to your preferred language. Alternatively, choose to include a stop at a Filipino market in private tour, complete with dinner and refreshments at the conclusion of the experience. The grand finale awaits as darkness falls: glide silently along the river and be mesmerized as fireflies illuminate the mangrove trees, transforming them into a dazzling, twinkling galaxy. This immersive experience combines incredible nature, photography, and a taste of local culture for a perfect day trip from Kota Kinabalu, includes local guide, ticket, entry fee, dinner, refreshment and optional transfer service, market visit or along the route.

Experience the beauty of the Ranau –kundasang region and Malaysia's first UNESCO world heritage site, Kinabalu National Park with this guided tour. Explore the nature of Poring in Kinabalu Geopark site and experience the beautiful Kipungit Waterfall located deep inside Poring. In this tour, also high chances to see the biggest flower Rafflesia (Own expenses, depends on blooming time).

Spend a day getting up close to some of Borneo’s incredible native wildlife on this must-see tour for animal lovers. Explore Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre for orphaned orangutans. Stroll down the boardwalk through the rainforest and see them feed from the platform. Visit Lab Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary to see these indigenous monkeys in their natural habitat, before going to the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre. That’s not all: other stops include a hilltop temple with panoramic views and the vibrant Sandakan Central Market.

Get an intimate look at Borneo’s native wildlife, without having to trek into the rainforest, on this group tour of the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Center and the Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Center. Well-suited for nature lovers and animal-fans, relax with a package that includes transportation, lunch, and entry to both locations.

See local wildlife in its native habitat on this Kota Kinabalu cruise package. Set off in the evening to see proboscis monkeys and fireflies. You’ll also stop off at Superview Beach for a unique sunset photoshoot and enjoy a traditional Malaysian dinner. Perfect for animal-lovers, and those looking for an evening break away from the city.

Transform Your Boring Tour into a Memorable Tourism Experience with JomTour! What You Can Expect: Enhance your day trip in Malaysia by booking an unforgettable experience activity! The JomTour! Experience package contains everything from the Day Pass, plus transportation in the form of a private vehicle, as well as our unique gamification activities. This package is ideal for those looking for a full day memorable experience. Highlights: • Plan as you like: Pick any attractions or destination within the Pass Coverage. • Long Validity: Your pass is valid for 365 days from the day you purchase it. • Once you activate your Pass: Your pass is valid for 'One Day'. • Family pass: Your day trip can include your family members within the permitted limitations on transportation type. • Pass benefit: Access to JomTour! Experience gamification during your tour. • Free accident insurance: 24-hour travel insurance for all JomTour! customers.

Come and join us to explore the beauty of Bongawan river and surround with mangrove tree. Bongawan river boasts a pristine mangrove area offering wide varieties of Sabah's vegetation and endemic wildlife. Embark on a scenic boat ride passing through the rustic villages and lush mangrove forest, in search of Borneo's wildlife such as the Proboscis monkeys, long-tailed macaques, monitor lizards, firefly sightseeing and many more.

Experience the best of Sabah’s wildlife and rainforest in one unforgettable journey. This tour combines two of Sandakan’s top nature attractions — the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and the Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC) — offering the perfect balance of conservation, adventure, and scenic exploration. Begin your visit at Sepilok, where you’ll observe rescued orangutans in a semi-wild environment during their feeding session a heartwarming glimpse into vital conservation efforts. Continue to the Rainforest Discovery Centre, where you can walk along canopy walkways above the jungle, enjoy scenic rainforest views, and spot unique wildlife and bird species. Perfect for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts, this tour offers a memorable and well-paced introduction to Borneo’s rich biodiversity. Book now to discover the wild beauty of Sandakan and create lasting memories in the heart of Sabah’s rainforest.

Rather than jostling crowds at lookout points, witness a famous Boreno sunset from an unrivaled spot on the Kilas River during an early evening cruise that includes dinner. And not only that—once darkness has fallen, you’ll visit a firefly hot spot to see the insects illuminate the riverbanks for a magical end to the night.

Experience the wonder of Orangutans in their natural habitat and enjoy visiting some of the top attractions in Sepilok Sandakan with this delightful day tour. After visiting the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and watching a feeding and care center through the lush green trees, heading to bornean sunbear under government protection, continue to Rainforest Discovery Centre and walk from above treetops, known as birdwatcher's paradise especially pittas and hornbill or simply appreciate the incredible biodiversity with opportunity for short jungle trekking at the forest at own. After head out to explore sandakan town, with stop at a local restaurant for lunch or rest at own expense. Some of the great additional experiences include visiting local Market, exploring the Sim-Sim Water Village, and checking out the Puh Jih Syh Buddhist Temple, along with the church, Sandakan War Memorial among other, all with your friendly local guide then return back to sandakan at the end.

Escape to Mantanani Island for a day of snorkeling, tropical beaches and crystal-clear waters from Kota Kinabalu. - Hotel pickup and return transfer - Boat trip from Kota Belud Jetty - Snorkeling at up to two sites, weather permitting - Buffet lunch with seafood, chicken, vegetables, rice, fruit and drinks - Free time to relax and enjoy the island - Safety briefing and snorkeling equipment provided A perfect tropical island escape combining snorkeling, relaxation and beautiful scenery.

Take a break from sightseeing and spend the day relaxing in the natural hot springs of Poring on a day trip from Kota Kinabalu. Ideal for active travelers looking to relieve aching muscles, this hassle-free excursion includes a scenic journey through Kinabalu National Park and a stop at a local fruit market. Plus, hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off mean that you don't have to worry about finding a meeting point.

Set sail into the dazzling waters of Kota Kinabalu on a catamaran adventure that brings you closer to nature. Choose between a refreshing morning session filled with snorkeling at pristine spots teeming with vibrant coral and fish or an enchanting sunset cruise, where you dine under a canvas of colors as the sun dips below the horizon. Glide effortlessly on a paddleboard and kayak, soaking in the stunning island vistas. This journey offers an intimate experience of the sea and sky, perfect for those seeking both adventure and relaxation.

Sepilok Orang-Utan Rehabilitation Centre where orphaned and injured Orang-Utan brought to Sepilok to be rehabilitated to return and fend for themselves back to the wild. Witness the feeding of Orang-Utan from a platform in the forest. Watch the 25 minutes scheduled video documentary show. Proceed to Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre (BSCC) and witness the effort to provide for the care, rehabilitation and release of orphaned and captive sun bears, as well as address the lack of knowledge and awareness of this little-known bear both in Malaysia and internationally. Proceed drive for about 45 minutes to Labuk Bay the mangrove forest covers about 400 acres for Proboscis sanctuary. Proceed to the observation area where visitors will have the delight of having a reasonably close and magnificent sight of these elusive monkeys which is one the most peculiar animal in the world and endemic to Borneo.

See orangutans in their natural habitat and get a chance to visit many of the top attractions in Sepilok Sandakan with this day tour. After visiting the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and watching a feeding, you'll head out to explore town, with stop at a local restaurant for lunch. Highlights include time in Central Market, the Sim-Sim Water Village, and the Puh Jih Syh Buddhist Temple.

For this tour we will provide an experience and nature specialist tour guide to take our guests around the park. It will be not only for sight seeing the nature but it is also can be a knowledge sessions during the tour about the nature and history as well as back ground of this National Park area. This tour will be made flexible for the guests to make several stops also for taking pictures and enjoying the nature depending on time availability. We will make sure our guide to help our guests to take photos too

Embark on an unforgettable safari adventure from Kota Kinabalu as you journey along the scenic Klias River. The cruise takes you through lush mangrove forests, where vibrant greenery creates a breathtaking natural backdrop for your exploration. As you glide along the riverbanks, keep an eye out for the iconic proboscis monkeys. Known for their long noses and playful behavior, these rare primates often swing through the treetops, offering wildlife lovers a truly memorable sight. As dusk settles, the atmosphere transforms into pure magic. Watch in awe as countless fireflies illuminate the mangroves with their soft, twinkling glow, creating a tranquil and enchanting spectacle to end your journey.

Wildlife lovers won’t want to miss three Borneo signatures: orangutans, sunbears, and proboscis monkeys. See them all in just a day on this small-group guided tour from Sandakan with lunch. Watch orangutans feeding at the Sandakan Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre; pop next door to the Bornean Sunbear Conservation Center; finish at the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary. You arrange internal flights from Kota Kinabalu; your guide looks after the rest.

See the highlights of the west coast of Sabah without the hassle of a hiring a car on this full-day guided tour. Kinabalu Park, Malaysia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the focus of the tour. Meet some of the 5000 vascular plant species, 300 bird species or 100 lowland mammals that make this national park their home. Swing by the Poring Hot Spring, where locals consider the sulphuric mineral waters have therapeutic properties, before returning to Kota Kinabalu.

Escape the city and immerse yourself in the untouched beauty of the Klias Wetlands, home to Borneo’s unique wildlife and breathtaking natural scenery. This relaxing river cruise takes you deep into the mangrove forests, where you’ll have the chance to spot the rare and iconic wildlife.