Top Kota Kinabalu Outdoor Activities

Snorkel Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park on a full-day tour from Kota Kinabalu that features three different snorkeling locations within the protected area. Well-suited to both first-time snorkelers or more experienced travelers, this tour offers the security of a PADI professional guide to accompany your small group; provided snorkel, mask, and fins take care of essential gear, with optional wet suit and life jacket also available for use.

Relax on some of the idyllic islands of the coast of Kota Kinabalu without stressing about the cost of a private charter on this small-group excursion. Catch a speedboat from Kota Kinabalu and zip around the South China Sea to beaches on nearby Sapi Island and Manukan Island. Swim and snorkel around the coral reefs, sunbathe on the shore or explore the coastal forests of Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park, a nature preserve on Manukan. Snorkel equipment provided free of charge so you can jump straight into the water Find out about other activities on these picturesque islands from your guide Really relax in Sapi with a complimentary buffet lunch on the beach Get to and from Kota Kinabalu jetty with round-trip transfers from your hotel

Located on the Klias Peninsula, the Klias Wetlands are home to proboscis monkeys, making it a popular ecotourism destination in Sabah, Malaysia. On this afternoon cruise, be on the lookout for the shy creatures perched between the branches. At sunset, enjoy the sights and sounds of nature as you dine on an Asian buffet dinner at the river lodge. Then, head back out through the mangrove swamp at dark to see the flickering lights of fireflies.

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Immerse yourself in Malaysia's diverse natural surroundings on this tour to Kinabalu Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Listen to guided commentary as you visit other must-see stops: the Desa Cow Farm, and Rumah Terbalik.

Combine some of Kota Kinabalu’s top natural attractions without having to book each activity separately on a day trip to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Kinabalu National Park, home to the majestic Mt. Kinabalu. This stress-free tour takes care of all transfers, admission tickets, and meals, so that you don’t have to.

Experience the beauty of Kiulu’s countryside during a quad bike tour from Kota Kinabalu, an ideal choice for thrill seekers and nature lovers. Alongside a guide, you’ll get off the beaten path, conquer off-road terrains, and drive throughout traditional villages, where you’ll stop to learn about local culture and traditions. Hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off, and refreshments are included.

There’s more to Borneo than just what you can see on land: discover a natural wonderland underwater on this full-day diving tour designed for the experienced diver. Don’t worry about lengthy tutorials or inexperienced diving companions; instead, take advantage of more diving time in Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, home to a large number of colorful dive sites that go down up to 82 feet. Swim around this teeming marine ecosystem on three separate dives – you might even see turtles and sharks if you’re lucky!

Mount Kinabalu is the highest peck in Southeast Asia.The diversity of plant life in Kinabalu Park ranges over four climatic zones. Tour A:ATV and Paragliding 1:Arrive the ATV Base 2:Dariy Farm 3:Stop by at the Nabalu Fruit Market to buy some fruits and souvenir. 4:Lunch 5:Arrive the Paragliding Base 6:Return to Hotel(About 19:30PM) Tour B:Dairy Farm+ATV Riding 1:Arrive Dairy Farm 2:Stop by at the Nabalu Fruit Market to buy some fruits and souvenir. 3:Lunch 4:Arrive the ATV Base 5:Return to Hotel(About 17:30PM) Tour C:DairyFarm+Paragliding 1:Arrive the Paragliding Base 2:Lunch 3:Arrive Dairy Farm 4:Stop by at the Nabalu Fruit Market to buy some fruits and souvenir. 5:Return to Hotel(About 18:30PM)

Get up close to some of Malaysia’s diverse wildlife without looking through a cage on this river cruise package in the Klias Wetlands. Spend the afternoon drifting through this vibrant mangrove forest, looking out for proboscis monkeys, macaques, crocodiles, monitor lizards and much more. Once the sun goes down, head out again to see the fireflies light up the riverside on this unique combo of afternoon and after-dark cruises.

Depart from the city hotel in the morning. The journey will take about 1½ hours drive to Tamparuli area. As you arrive at the ending point, stopover for light refreshment and participants can change clothes. After that, continue up to the starting point at Pukak or Sukang.

Kinabalu National Park was one of Malaysia’s first national parks, and is now a UNESCO-designated World Heritage Site. On this private day tour you will learn all about this outstanding natural preserve, with its thousands of species of flora, fauna, and bird life. Join the park’s naturalist on a guided walk, and enjoy other informational activities, such as an audio-visual show. Lunch at a local restaurant included.

Designed to delight nature lovers, this day tour allows you to observe orangutans in their natural habitat at the Sandakan Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. Under the guidance of sanctuary staff, observe orphaned orangutans and long-tailed macaques being fed and follow a nature trail through the tropical rain forest. Eat a typical Malay lunch at a nearby restaurant and then embark on a city tour of Sandakan, one of Sabah’s earliest settlements home to haunting cemeteries, Chinese temples, and colonial mansions. Hotel or airport pickup and drop-off are included.   

Take a day cruise from Kota Kinabalu for a chance to go snorkeling in the South China Sea. On this tour, you'll visit Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, a group of islands just off the coast. Hotel pickup and drop-off, lunch, and entrance fees are included.

Climb Borneo's highest peak and explore a renown world heritage site. You'll be supported by porters carrying your luggage, and guided by an english speaking coordinator. With their help, you'll climb up to the summit plateau of Mount Kinabalu on this overnight trip. Entrace to the park, a climbing permit, insurance and mountain guide fees are included within the package, allowing you to focus on the adventure.

Dive deep into the jungle without a trail of strangers in front of you on this private morning hike through Sabah’s Kawang Forest. Trek around two and a half miles around this dense rainforest with a private guide by your side to tell you about the forest and point out animals, birds, and plants native to the region. There’s no need to prep for an intense day, either: this low-intensity walk is accessible to new and experienced hikers alike.

Mantanani Island is a group of three isolated islands northwest of Kota Belud, a one-hour drive from Kota Kinabalu. Although only approximately an hour's boat rides by speedboat from the mainland, the islands were only known to a few locals. Time slows down there amidst the crystal clear blue waters lapping on white sandy beaches. Three wrecks have been discovered which still hold plenty of secrets and are now home to a menagerie of marine creatures such as Lionfish, Scorpionfish, octopus, glassfish and many species of rays flutter around like blue spotted ray and marbled sting ray amongst large schools of fish. The coral reefs surrounding the islands have plenty to offer, for both novice and experienced diver even snorkeling too. There are now 16 dive sites been identified by Mantanani Island Resort with many more still to be explore. The island promises the most diverse marine life with visibility up to 40 metres.

On this early morning sunrise hike up St. Veronica’s Hill you will be rewarded with a spectacular view of Mount Kinabalu and the surrounding villages in the lowlands. St. Veronica’s Hill is located in Tamparuli about an hour’s drive from Kota Kinabalu City. You will be picked up from your accommodation in Kota Kinabalu City and driven to the start of the trek. Your guide will take you through trees and bushes to the top of the peak where you can take in a splendid bird’s eye view of the surrounding area and early morning sunrise. This leisure hike has something to offer hikers of any experience.

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

Experience Sabah's own indoor rock climbing with certified professional. You will get a lifetime unique expeience

Discover the unbeatable beauty of the Kota Belud wetlands on an 8-hour group tour. After transfer from your hotel, enjoy a cruise along the Tempasuk River with views of Mount Kinabalu and proboscis monkeys sightings. Once the sun sets, disembark and enjoy a buffet dinner. Then take a nighttime firefly watching cruise along the Nanamun River as you are surrounded by thousands of the luminous creatures.

Kiulu River is located on the northwestern part of Sabah in a small town called Kiulu which are recognized as being the second most beautiful village in Malaysia. Kiulu white water rafting is classified as Class I - II river and it only take you 1 ½ hour drive from the city of Kota Kinabalu. Trip begins with a safety briefing session conducted by a professional raft guide that will demonstrates rafting techniques and proper handling of rafting equipment before rafting commences. Excursion covers up to about 9KM to 15KM, depending on the water level. The journey will take about 1 ½ hours of rafting before reaching the ending point. While enjoy lunch you may get a quick sun tan before heading back to your hotels.

Visit Kinabalu Park on a full-day trip from Kota Kinabalu that’s a great way to experience southeast Asia’s highest peak without the grueling, overnight hike to the summit of Mount Kinabalu. A guided trail hike explores native plants, and you’ll have time to browse the cultural and nature exhibits at Kinabalu Park’s Exhibition Hall before returning to the coast.

Blazing green trails into nature with a cornucopia of flora and fauna. Kinabalu Park is the mecca for nature lovers and those eager to wander through unique plants and flowers, and finally finding themselves at a hot spring some relaxation indulgence.