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Off-season Kota Kinabalu is truly a paradise on earth!!!

Kota Kinabalu is a must-visit destination in Malaysia‼️ It doesn't have the bustling vibe of Kuala Lumpur Nor the lively atmosphere of Semporna But it offers a unique romantic experience 🌄 Watch one of the world's top sunsets at Tanjung Aru Beach 🏝 Experience snorkeling and fishing at Mantanani Island ⛰️ Hike through the rainforest at Kinabalu Park and encounter natural wonders 🚤 Cruise through the mangroves, spotting proboscis monkeys and fireflies... 🌈 Itinerary D1 Nationwide - Kuala Lumpur/Kota Kinabalu - Tawau - Semporna D2 Semporna - Timba-Timba Island - Mataking Island - Pandanan or Pom Pom Island - Semporna ✔️ Take photos on sandbars, enjoy glass-bottom boat rides, snorkel to chase sea turtles D3 Mabul Island - Kapalai ✔️ Snap photos at the famous MWB water villas or visit the Bajau Laut people + snorkel, try fishing or snorkel near Kapalai D4 Semporna - Kota Kinabalu ✔️ Kota Kinabalu city night tour: Floating Mosque + Gaya Street + Tanjung Aru Beach sunset + Durian Night Market + Filipino Market or Central Market + Seafood Night Market D5 Full day free activities - optional upgrades available ✔️ KAWA Mangroves + Proboscis Monkeys + Fireflies ✔️ Kinabalu Park + Dairy Farm + Poring Hot Springs + Suspension Bridge D6 Kota Kinabalu - Return home Sunset Viewing Tips: ⏰ Best time: Arrive 1 hour before sunset to capture the gradient sky and the full sunset process Best spot: Tanjung Aru Beach is free to access, the area near Shangri-La Hotel offers great views and fewer crowds 📷 Photography tips: Wear white/light-colored clothes, shoot against the light for a dreamy vibe, use your phone's HDR mode to avoid overexposure 🚗 Transportation: A taxi ride from the city to the beach takes about 20 minutes Promise me, if you visit Malaysia, make sure to include Kota Kinabalu in your itinerary!
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Posted: Dec 2, 2025
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