Top picks for Kota Kinabalu Day tours
Discover 139 Day tours in Kota Kinabalu on Trip.com, updated March 27, 2026, with experiences lasting from 1 to 11 hours. Find the perfect adventure for your day!
From PLN 92.69 per person, with an average total of PLN 172.66. Choose the option that suits your plan.
With 1.246k verified reviews, Day tours Kota Kinabalu boast an average rating of 4.7.
This week's most popular Day tours: "Mengalum Island snorkeling 1-day tour includes lunch", with 300 reviews and a 4.7 rating.
Now on Trip.com: "Kota Kinabalu Kawa-Kawa River Cruise Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies with Hi-Tea & Dinner Shared Day Tour", a 6-hour adventure in Kota Kinabalu!
The next available day tour departs on March 28, 2026. Book now to secure your spot!
Kota Kinabalu Day tours usually take about 6 hours — perfect for a relaxed, immersive experience!
100% of Kota Kinabalu Day tours now offer English-speaking guides
March is perfect for visiting Kota Kinabalu! Choose from Day tours available day tours, including seasonal hits like Mengalum Island snorkeling 1-day tour includes lunch.
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Duration: 6 hrsEnglish4.9/5Perfect· 48 reviews· 892 bookedFromPLN 143.99![Sabah Kawa Mangrove Forest Day Trip [Small group tour available | Mosque | Proboscis monkeys and fireflies]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0352c12000csv6h5gCF86_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Trip.SelectDuration: 4.5 hrsEnglish4.7/5Outstanding· 134 reviews· 2.2k bookedFromPLN 100.67![Royal Bay Sky Mirror Mangrove Day Tour in Sabah [Proboscis Monkeys/Fireflies/Beach Sunset]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0584912000n09xyej7AEB_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 6.5 hrsEnglish4.6/5Excellent· 225 reviews· 2.9k bookedFromPLN 127.98
Duration: 3.9 hrsEnglish4.8/5Outstanding· 26 reviews· 370 bookedFromPLN 92.69
Duration: 6 hrsEnglish4.1/5Very good· 9 reviews· 163 bookedFromPLN 92.69
Duration: 7.5 hrsEnglishFromPLN 296.60
Mantanani Island & Kawa Mangroves Tours | One-day shared tour | Lunch/ afternoon tea/dinner included
Duration: 9.9 hrsEnglish4.7/5Outstanding· 3 reviews· 61 bookedFromPLN 252.32![Sapi Island + Manukan Island Snorkeling one-day tour[Lunch Included]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0581t12000n2inwo9F748_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Trip.SelectDuration: 6.5 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 1 review· 89 bookedFromPLN 166.27![Sapi Island Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia + Manukan Island 1-day tour [Exclusive line + seafood BBQ lunch + water activities]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0582y12000nn95zi9BF73_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Trip.SelectDuration: 5.4 hrsEnglish4.6/5Satisfactory· 55 reviews· 1.2k bookedFromPLN 137.75
Trip.SelectDuration: 7.9 hrsEnglish4.8/5Great· 180 reviews· 1.8k bookedFromPLN 116.76![Sabah Mantanani Island Day Trip [Limited-Time Special Offer | New Resort | Optional Diving/Mangrove Retreat]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0351q12000o54hgo5E743_C_568_320.png?_fr=wc)
Trip.SelectDuration: 6.2 hrsEnglish4.7/5Great· 142 reviews· 1.8k bookedFromPLN 196.64
Trip.SelectDuration: 10.7 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 2 reviews· 21 bookedFromPLN 184.86
Trip.SelectDuration: 9.6 hrsEnglish4.7/5Great· 300 reviews· 23 bookedFromPLN 268.97
Trip.SelectDuration: 7.5 hrsEnglish4.8/5Great· 4 reviews· 31 bookedFromPLN 224.47![Desa Cattle Dairy Cow Farm + ATV + Paragliding one-day tour [Lunch Included] - Join In Tour (Group of 2+)](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0352212000gofgczu6DA8_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 7.9 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 2 reviews· 50 bookedFromPLN 187.76![Desa Dairy Farm + Poring + Mount Kinabalu Observation Desk [Poring entrance fee not included/Lunch included]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0351912000gof049zD7AE_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 11.2 hrsEnglish4.8/5Great· 5 reviews· 108 bookedFromPLN 146.23
Duration: 5.5 hrsEnglish4.6/5Satisfactory· 14 reviews· 104 bookedFromPLN 117.37
Duration: 8 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 1 review· 24 bookedFromPLN 242.07
Duration: 4 hrsEnglish4.3/5Good· 3 reviews· 55 bookedFromPLN 136.93
Duration: 6.1 hrsEnglish4.7/5Great· 72 reviews· 655 bookedFromPLN 145.94
Duration: 10.2 hrsEnglish4.6/5Satisfactory· 8 reviews· 73 bookedFromPLN 321.29
Duration: 6.6 hrsEnglish115 bookedFromPLN 189.26
Duration: 4 hrsEnglish4.6/5Satisfactory· 5 reviews· 114 bookedFromPLN 136.93
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Reviews: Kota Kinabalu Kawa-Kawa River Cruise Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies with Hi-Tea & Dinner Shared Day Tour
Guest User2026-02-23
Our tour guide, Xiao Chen, was lovely and wonderful! There were more places to eat than we expected, and fresh coconuts were available for purchase. The mountain road was a bit bumpy, but that was unavoidable given the environment. There was also a free farm where we could feed the animals, which were very cute. The staff on the boats to see the monkeys and fireflies were all very cheerful. It was a very worthwhile trip!★
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Reviews: Sabah Kawa Mangrove Forest Day Trip [Small group tour available | Mosque | Proboscis monkeys and fireflies]
Guest User2026-01-12
I think this is a very worthwhile part of Kota Kinabalu; the fireflies are beautiful, and the tour guide is excellent. Aside from the slightly bumpy ride on the main road, there are no other downsides.★
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Reviews: Royal Bay Sky Mirror Mangrove Day Tour in Sabah [Proboscis Monkeys/Fireflies/Beach Sunset]
Guest User2026-02-21
The itinerary was exceptionally well-planned, making it easy and relaxing with the kids. A special thank you to our guides, Jay and Steve, for their attentive service. The children had a wonderful time, seeing the beaked monkeys and witnessing a stunning sunset – perfect!★
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Reviews: Kota Kinabalu Half-Day Tour: Tanjung Aru Beach + City Mosque + Tun Mustapha Tower
Guest User2025-12-08
The tour guide was incredibly professional and attentive. There were only two of us, and he took photos of us at every attraction – they were even better than the photos we took ourselves! We loved it! 😍 He introduced the sights and even recommended some local seafood at the end. We were extremely satisfied! Five stars! Highly recommended! 👍🏻★
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Reviews: Kota Kinabalu Kawa-kawa river cruise 1-day tour: Proboscis monkeys & fireflies - includes snacks and dinner
Guest User2026-03-03
The tour itinerary was quite comprehensive. While we didn't get to see the proboscis monkeys up close, the sight of countless stars and fireflies creating a breathtakingly romantic and unforgettable experience. The downside was the lack of clear instructions for the next steps, leaving some tourists a little confused. However, it was clear the tour operator had tried their best to provide a rich and engaging itinerary. Overall, for the price, it's highly recommended. The tea and dinner were decent, definitely worth the price.
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