THE 10 BEST Kota Kinabalu City Tours

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Top 10 Best Kota Kinabalu Tour Options – Fireflies, Night Cruise And More

Looking for Kota Kinabalu tours? You’ve come to the right place. We’ve written this article to help you select the top Kota Kinabalu tours package for you.

As the capital of the state of Sabah, Kota Kinabalu has so much to offer visitors. From jungle walks to exotic islands, to fireflies and Mount Kinabalu (its namesake), this small capital has much to see and do.

Sunset in Kota Kinabalu

How do you make the most of all that Kota Kinabalu has to offer? With a tour!

Whether you’re looking for a Kota Kinabalu jungle tour, a Kota Kinabalu private tour or just a Kota Kinabalu one day tour, you’ll find an option below.

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Why Book Kota Kinabalu Tour Packages?

Kota Kinabalu is not a big city but it does have a lot of attractions. Doing a tour to Kota Kinabalu is an easy way to see the best of the attractions and to explore further afield.

A Kota Kinabalu tour itinerary will fit multiple activities into one day or half a day, making it possible to see more. Also, the planning is all done for you! Kota Kinabalu day tours will take you to the top spots around town, and guides can share their insider tips to help you make the most of your visit.

A Kota Kinabalu travel package is also a great way to visit the islands and fireflies – some of the top attractions Kota Kinabalu offers. There’s also quite a few unique experiences which are best done by tour.

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Best Day Tour Kota Kinabalu Options

Kota kinabalu city half day tour – best kota kinabalu city tour package.

Floating Mosque, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

If you’re only visiting Kota Kinabalu for a short amount of time, or you’re new to town and want to see the city’s highlights, this tour is a great way to explore some of the top attractions.

This 4 hour Kota Kinabalu half day tour includes hotel pick up and takes you to some of the most visited spots around town. This is a small intimate tour with a friendly guide sharing their city’s history and story.

Two mosques are visited as part of this tour, including the City Mosque. Also known as the floating mosque, it makes for a beautiful photo opportunity. This tour also includes a visit to the Sabah State museum, and the 30 storey tall Tun Mustapha Tower.

End your tour by shopping for souvenirs at the Handcraft Market where guides can help you haggle!

This tour departs at 9am and there is a 4 person minimum. You can have an optional private vehicle for 300 MYR extra if you’re looking for a private tour guide in Kota Kinabalu.

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Sunset and City Night Dinner Cruise With Complimentary Drinks

kota kinabalu sunset

For one of the more unique tours of Kota Kinabalu, this sunset and dinner cruise offers a great way to see the city from a different perspective – the water!

These cruises include live music and an international buffet filled with many delicious options. Drinks are also included which makes this a popular tour Kota Kinabalu offers!

One of the highlights of this tour is the views. You’ll pass city sites and islands located in the Tunku Abdul Rahman Park and also enjoy a beautiful sunset – one of the highlights of this tour! The vessel is modern and spacious so there’s room to walk around and grab the best views.

This is a 2 hour trip mostly departing around 8pm, but the Kota Kinabalu tour operators will advise you of the exact time when booking.

Kota Kinabalu City Night Tour with Seafood Dinner

Handicraft Market, Kota Kinabalu

Take a city tour in Kota Kinabalu at night and see the city from a different perspective.

Kota Kinabalu is just as alive at night as it is during the day time, and this tour will take you to some of the best highlights of Kota Kinabalu after dark.

Highlights of this city tour Kota Kinabalu offers include seeing the views from Signal Hill, visiting the Filipino and Handicraft markets, walking along the beautiful Tanjung Aru Beach and enjoying a big seafood dinner. You’ll also have the chance to sample some of the unique fruits and produce from this area.

Round trip hotel pickup and drop off is also provided by the tour company in Kota Kinabalu as well as some beautiful sunset picture opportunities.

Mari Mari Cultural Village Tour with Klias River and Fireflies Cruise

Mari Mari Cultural Village Kota Kinabalu

If you’re looking for culturally enriching day tours Kota Kinabalu Malaysia then this day tour is great as you’ll visit the Mari Mari Cultural Village and meet with local ethnic tribes. These tribes live in their traditional way away from city life, and you’ll get to enter and explore the tribal houses, have lunch and enjoy and partake in a cooking demonstration.

This tour starts at 9am with pickup from your hotel where you’ll take a 2 hour drive to the village. Lunch and dinner are both included on the tour, and this is also an excellent tour for spotting the proboscis monkey.

This is also one of the best day tours from Kota Kinabalu for spotting fireflies as it includes a firefly cruise. The beautiful Kota Kinabalu firefly tour is really the cherry on the top of this tour.

You’ll return to your hotel around 9:30pm. This is a full day but an enriching, interesting and scenic one. Just be sure to bring mosquito repellent on this firefly tour Kota Kinabalu.

Kinabalu Park & Poring Hot Spring

Kipungit Waterfall in Poring Hot Spring, Kota Kinabalu National Park, Sabah

If you want to explore Kota Kinabalu Park, this tour is one of the best options available.

The tour starts at 8:15am with hotel pick up where you’ll head to Nabalu Market and see displays of handicrafts and sample local fruits. Then you’ll take a Kota Kinabalu walking tour through Kinabalu Park and the Botanical Gardens.

The park is home to over 300 bird species, over 100 mammals and a great diversity of plant life, meaning there is much to see. This tour also enjoys a visit to the Canopy Walk and Poring Hot Spring, where you can take a dip and rejuvenate yourself.

You’ll then choose between visiting the butterfly garden or the Desa Cattle Dairy Farm where you can feed the animals.

You will return to your hotel around 5:30pm. This is a tour complete with beautiful views and some phenomenal picture opportunities – just be sure to wear the right walking shoes!

Mount Kinabalu Farm Day Tour – Best Kota Kinabalu Day Tour Package

Desa Cattle Dairy Farm and Mount Kinabalu

This is the best day tour in Kota Kinabalu if you want to see the sites around Mount Kinabalu.

The tour commences at 8:30am with hotel pickup and concludes at 5:30pm. It starts with a visit to Nabalu Town where you can visit the market and buy some of the delicious fresh fruits.

This Kota Kinabalu 1 day tour also includes a Ranau Rabbit Farm visit, a stop at Marakau Fish Spa and Tamparuli to try local (and famous) snacks at roadside stalls.

This Mount Kota Kinabalu tour package is great for exploring the rural life of Kota Kinabalu.

Lohan Paragliding Adventure with Desa Dairy Cattle Farm and Fish Spa

Desa Cattle Dairy Farm, Kundasang, Sabah

If you’re looking for a day tour that packs a lot in, this may be the one for you.

This is a long day tour starting around 7am and finishing at 6pm. It includes a visit to Pekan Nabalu for fruits and handicraft souvenirs and then an awesome paragliding experience in nature where a professional guide will help you soar high above the ground.

After this, you’ll feed the sheep and cattle at Desa Cattle Dairy Farm and enjoy the lovely surroundings, as well as taste some of the freshly made milk and ice cream. You’ll then visit the big fish spa – a natural fish spa for some relaxation time.

Both lunch and paragliding are included in the fare, and it’s inclusive of return hotel pickup and drop-off. This is a great tour for both adrenaline junkies and first time paragliders!

Best Kota Kinabalu Day Tours For Water Adventures

Sunrise & sunset stand up paddle boarding experience with private transfer.

Tanjung Aru beach

Another unique tour is this stand up paddle board experience where your Kota Kinabalu tour guide takes you to the Tanjung Aru beach coast for either a sunrise or sunset paddle.

This is an inexpensive tour and there are two options – a sunrise or sunset tour, either with or without hotel pickup and drop off.

This tour is suitable for people who have never paddle boarded before – guides are super supportive and make this activity suitable for even first timers. They have all the equipment you need and can aid in taking an awesome Instagram worthy photo on the water. There is no better way to see the sunset in Kota Kinabalu!

There are also shower rooms to freshen up after the trip on the water. This is a fun experience. However, it can be subject to the weather.

Tunku Abdul Rahman Island Visit & Boat Snorkeling Experience – Best Kota Kinabalu Island Tour Package

Tunku Abdul Rahman Island

Among the most popular tours is an island hopping tour Kota Kinabalu, and this option is the best Kota Kinabalu hopping tour.

The tour includes return hotel pickup starting at around 8:15am for guests staying in central Kota Kinabalu, and reaches the jetty at 9am. From here, you’ll hop on a 2-storey catamaran and head to Tunku Abdul Rahman Park to experience Manukan, Mamutik, Sapi and Gaya Island.

This Kota Kinabalu island hopping tour is excellent for those looking to snorkel. The tour takes you to some of the best spots for snorkeling, and the double decker boat is great for jumping off into the water.

Snorkeling equipment is provided, as well as water, snacks and lunch on Gaya Island.

You’ll have ample free time on Gaya Island where you can choose to go for a walk or partake in other water activities, such as parasailing.

The tour concludes around 1:30 where you’ll head back to Kota Kinabalu jetty and return to your hotel.

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4d3n sepanggar island dive trip – best tour package to kota kinabalu.

Sepanggar Island

If you’re looking for the ultimate Kota Kinabalu package tour, this might be it! This Kota Kinabalu snorkeling tour includes 3 nights in a 4 star hotel on the island paradise of Sepanggar Island.

This is the best option if you’re looking for a multi day Kota Kinabalu local tour package. The tour includes return airport transfers from Kota Kinabalu International Airport, where you’ll be taken to the jetty for your boat ride to Sepanggar Island.

The reefs around Sepanggar Island are uncommercialised making them some of the best spots to dive and spot marine life. You’ll enjoy multiple dives with this island tour with all equipment included. As full instructions are provided, this diving tour is also suitable for beginners.

The only thing not included with this tour is dinner, but with many inexpensive local vendor stalls available, you’ll have plenty of options.

Final Words

We hope this Kota Kinabalu tour guide has given you plenty of ideas for your trip. There’s so much to see in Kota Kinabalu, and whether you experience the city highlights, the island paradises or the rural side of this city, you’ll no doubt have an awesome time!

You can also check out more things to do in Kota Kinabalu here and exactly where to stay in Kota Kinabalu here . Or find our full Kota Kinabalu travel guide here .

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THE 10 BEST Kota Kinabalu City Tours

City tours in kota kinabalu.

  • Sightseeing Tours
  • Ports of Call Tours
  • Cultural Tours
  • Private Tours
  • Hop-On Hop-Off Tours
  • Historical & Heritage Tours
  • Photography Tours
  • Multi-day Tours
  • Night Tours
  • Walking Tours
  • Self-Guided Tours & Rentals
  • Literary, Art & Music Tours
  • Up to 1 hour
  • 1 to 4 hours
  • 4 hours to 1 day
  • 5.0 of 5 bubbles
  • 4.0 of 5 bubbles & up
  • 3.0 of 5 bubbles & up
  • 2.0 of 5 bubbles & up
  • Chinese (Traditional)
  • Likely to Sell Out
  • The ranking of tours, activities, and experiences available on Tripadvisor is determined by several factors including the revenue generated by Tripadvisor from these bookings, the frequency of user clicks, and the volume and quality of customer reviews. Occasionally, newly listed offerings may be prioritized and appear higher in the list. The specific placement of these new listings may vary.

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1. Day Trip Sepilok Orang-utan And City Tour

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2. Mari Mari Cultural Village Tour from Kota Kinabalu

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3. Kota Kinabalu Half-Day City Tour

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4. Kota Kinabalu Half-Day City Tour with Local Host

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5. Full Day JomTour! Experience Trip in Kota Kinabalu Sabah

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6. Private Half Day Kota Kinabalu City Tour

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7. Kota Kinabalu City Tour

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8. Rungus Longhouse & Tuaran Temple from Kota Kinabalu

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9. Kota Belud Sunday Market Tour from Kota Kinabalu

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10. Kota Kinabalu Cultural Night Tour with Dinner & Traditional Dance Show

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11. Monsopiad Cultural Village Tour from Kota Kinabalu

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12. The Essence of Kota Kinabalu

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Start at 9 am. Pick up from hotel and begin exploring the city of Kota Kinabalu, Sabah’s capital city. Starting with a pleasant morning drive around Kota Kinabalu, the tour first takes you to enjoy some of the most scenic parts of the city.

Just when you think you know a place, there’s always something more to discover. The KK Heritage Walk unravels Kota Kinabalu’s rich history as you stroll along its streets. The walk is a guided tour of the city’s streets and landmarks, each with an interesting story of its own that dates back to pre-war, post-war and post-independence days. 

Filipino Market is a major tourist attraction and shopping destination in KK City Center - the central feature along the Waterfront. This is the most popular place for handicraft souvenirs in town, managed mostly by immigrants and locals originating from the southern islands of Philippines.

Imposing, beautiful and unique in concept, the 30-storey aluminium and glass building Yayasan Sabah Group headquarters, the Menara Tun Mustapha is one of the most extraordinary buildings in the country.Built with bold architectural and engineering concepts, it is a building many thoughts was not possible to construct as it was the first of its kind in this region. The building is structured as a 72-sided polygon with walls made of 2,160 special reflective glass panels that can withstand wind speed up to 272 km/hour. Suspended from the central core of the building are steel radial brackets where some 96 high-tensile steel rods are hung and hold the 30 floors of the building. This building is known to be the fourth of such high-rise "hanging" office building in the world and has been a famous landmark and tourist attraction ever since its construction in 1975. Kota Kinabalu Floating Mosque, is one of the most outstanding pieces of architecture in Sabah. Built on a 2.47 acres site at the Likas bay, the Kota Kinabalu Floating Mosque is the epitome of the Islamic modern-day architecture. Situated near the sea, it can accommodate from 9,000 to 12,000 people at a time. Visit the Poh Toh Tze Buddhist temple which was built in 1980 where the temple stands out with its traditional Chinese roofing and structure. Ten large statues of deities enhances the splendor of the temple with the Goddess of Mercy, Kwan Yin, standing tall at the main entrance of the temple.

Visit to the exporter factory as Sabah is the processor, exporter and wholesaler of fresh and frozen seafoods from Malaysia. Our products are blue swimming crab, life mud crab, tiger prawn, sea white shrimp, banana shrimp, flower shrimp, lobsters, snapper, grouper, mackerel, sardines, silver & black pomfret, yellow fin tuna, butter fish, cuttlefish, squid.

Pick up from hotel and begin exploring the city of Kota Kinabalu, Sabah’s capital city.

** Filipino Market, Floating Mosque, Menara Tun Mustapha, Heritage walk, Temple Pu Toh Sze, live seafood export factory.

Back to hotel.

Warm Remind

  • You may request for afternoon tour commencing at 1 pm.
  • Recommend to bring: camera, drinking water, insect repellent, sun block lotion.
  • 6 - 12 years old is considered child.
  • 5 years and below is considered infant.

Pickup Time & Transport Fee

Pickup time below is for reference only, actual time will be sent to you upon booking is confirmed. Transport fee quoted is per person.

Pay on travelling day

No advance payment is required, simply pay cash in Ringgit-Malaysia to tour guide. However, you still need pay in full for any cancellation made 1 day prior to tour date.

Accep Visa and MasterCard credit card, Malaysian bank transfer, Paypal, FPX, Alipay. 2.3% surcharge apply. Please be noted that 2.3% processing fee is non-refundable in case there is cancellation 3 days after the payment made.

Bank Transfer

for Malaysians: Online banking through your Malaysia Bank Account for International guests: Use WISE - a Fast & convenient global transfers service, better exchange rate than conventional bank Telegraphic Transfer; No 2.3% processing fee; Generally we would receive your payment in same day.

Additional information

Min. Participant(s) :  2 Persons To Go (child does not counted)

Recommend to book :  1 month(s) in advance

To book at least :  3 day(s) in advance

Tour Type: Sit-In-Coach basis (SIC). This tour is not private tour, you will share the trip with other guests come from different countries. Please notify us upon booking if you are looking for private tour, surcharge might be applied.

Insurance : Tourist transportation insurance included. Please contact your insurance agency for personal travel insurance.

Pickup Service :  Pickup service will be provided from the hotel/hostel/lodge that you are staying. Please wait at lobby while the tour guide will find you when he/she arrive. Dropoff service will be provided after travelling, please notify us upon booking if your dropoff location is differ from pickup location.

Specialities: You may decide the joining date, no compulsory tips (If you are happy and satisfied with the journey and the tour guide service, it's always a nice way to express your appreciation with tipping, OR words of thanks is good enough).

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KK Day Tour

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Treat yourself to a short weekend getaway to the gorgeous island of Borneo where the city of Kota Kinabalu awaits you. Visit historical and cultural attractions including the island’s major places of worship, Sabah State Mosque and the Kota Kinabalu City Mosque . Take a look into the city’s interesting facts and figures at the Sabah Museum. Don’t forget to stop by the 30-storey complex building Menara Tun Mustapha which is formerly housed by the island’s Chief Minister. End the day with a brief stopover at the Signal Hill Observatory Platform and be rewarded with an awesome bird’s eye view of the city and its surrounding islands. Bring home a piece of Kota Kinabalu with you on a trip down to the Handicraft Market. This half day journey will give you with new insights and interesting facts about the remote Malaysian island, along with a few remarkable memories.

Away of the city, there is beautiful mangrove forest which offer a wide variety of wild life and many more, it’s a fantastic getaway for the nature-lover. Cruise along the mangrove swamps to search for Proboscis Monkeys – the endemic of Borneo , and other wildlife such as Silver Languor, bird and reptiles is another good option to spend your day. If you’re lucky, you might be able to spot crocodile! Besides, experiencing a night cruise with glows of fireflies lighting up the trees along the riverbank, a sight not to be missed.

If you would like to discover the gist of what Sabah’s people and culture in the olden days are all about, take a tour to Mari-Mari Cultural Village for a concise yet enlightening excursion. Mari-Mari Cultural Village showcases the lifestyle and tradition of Sabah’s major ethnic groups, namely the Rungus, Dusun, Bajau, Lundayeh, Kadazan and Murut . Come, taste and see the essence of Sabah presented to you as it was and as it is.

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Discover the highlights of Kota Kinabalu, the capital of Malaysian Borneo's Sabah state, on this 3-hour, private tour by air-conditioned vehicle. Visit the University of Malaysia, the Sabah State Museum Complex, and City Mosque, capture a city panorama from Signal Hill, and shop for souvenirs at a local handicraft store.

Ticket Options

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2:00pm Tour: $85

Kota Kinabalu city tour departing at 2pm.Pickup included

9:00am Tour: $85

Kota Kinabalu Hotels : Pickup/drop off Kota Kianabalu HotelsPickup included

Outskirt Hotel 9:00am Tour: $111

Surcharge for pickup & drop off Hotels located outside of Kota Kinabalu City Center. Outskirt Hotels: Radius of 10 km and above from City Center.Pickup included

Outskirt Hotel 2:00pm Tour: $111

International cruise terminal : $85.

Cruise PassengersPickup included

Ticket Information

  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • One per booking

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Driver cum guide

What's not Included

  • Sabah Museum Entrance Fee

Cancellation Policy

  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infant free of charge, no seat.
  • Outskirt Hotel - Select Outskirt Hotel Option
  • Vehicle Type : Toyota Innova

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Get on one of the world’s most accessible and spectacular mountains in the world, Mount Kinabalu. Marvel at the crack of dawn, 4.095 meters high above the clouds and perhaps take adventure to whole new level by getting on the World’s Highest Via Ferrata?

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    Glimpse into the traditions and cultures…. 3. Kota Kinabalu Half-Day City Tour with Local Host. Discover the rich history and heritage of Kota Kinabalu on this comprehensive 3-hour city tour, including hotel pick-up. …. 4. Kota Kinabalu Half-Day City Tour. Kota Kinabalu City is the gateway to the Land Below the Wind.

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    Assuming the role of Sabah's capital city, Kota Kinabalu is the hub and gateway for all who wishes to immerse themselves in the natural splendours of Malaysian Borneo. Kota Kinabalu's early beginnings were as a small fishing village called Api-Api. It is formerly known as Jesselton in 1899, while under the British colonial ruling.

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    Kota Kinabalu City Tour - Downbelow Adventures Borneo. Enjoy a half day trip to go sightseeing and visit historical landmarks in our Kota Kinabalu City Tour. Visit the City Mosque, Sabah State Museum and more!

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    Discover the rich history and heritage of Kota Kinabalu on this comprehensive 3-hour city tour, including hotel pick-up. Visit landmarks like Wisma Tun Mustapha (Sabah Foundation Building) and the City Mosque; pay a visit to the prestigious University of Sabah and tour the fascinating Sabah Museum. Finally, soak up views of Kota Kinabalu and the Likas Bay lagoon from the summit of Signal Hill.

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    Kota Kinabalu City Night Tour with Seafood Dinner. 200+ booked. HK$ 541. Move around Malaysia and explore its off-beated destination in Kota Kinabalu city in Sabah! Named after its highest mountain, visit the Malaysian countryside's points of interest including Wisma Tun Mustapha, University of Sabah, Sabah Museum, and more!

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    Check off Kota Kinabalu's key sights in just half a day on this comprehensive guided door-to-door tour. Soak up sweeping views of the city from Signal Hill, learn about Chinese Buddhism at Pu Toh Tze Temple, and explore Sabah's rich heritage at the Sabah State Museum. Along the way, see the Sabah State Mosque, the Kota Kinabalu City Mosque, and the 30-story Menara Tun Mustapha.

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    The city of Kota Kinabalu is the capital of Malaysia's Sabah state, located on the island of Borneo. Discover the sights and history of the city as you embark on a sightseeing tour of its top landmarks. Take in the city views from Signal Hill, learn about the state's history at the Sabah Museum, visit the state mosque, and much more.

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    City Tours in Kota Kinabalu. We perform checks on reviews. 1. Mari Mari Cultural Village Tour from Kota Kinabalu. Take a private peek into the cultural melting pot of the indigenous people of Sabah. Glimpse into the traditions and cultures…. 2. Kota Kinabalu Half-Day City Tour with Local Host.

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    Kota Kinabalu Half-Day City Tour price starts from $97.00. Discover and book Kota Kinabalu Half-Day City Tour on Tripadvisor. What is the Kota Kinabalu Half-Day City Tour cancellation policy? Kota Kinabalu Half-Day City Tour cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. ...

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    The journey will take about 45 minutes drive to the opened-air market at Tuaran Town, suspension bridge & Chinese Temple…. 8. Kota Belud Sunday Market Tour from Kota Kinabalu. In northern Borneo, take in local color and atmosphere at Kota Belud Tamu, or the Kota Belud Sunday market. Observe the ….

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    Outskirt Charges are applicable for Hotels in One Borneo, Putatan, and within 20km radius of Kota Kinabalu City Centre. PRIVATE TOUR SERVICE. Request for Private Transport for your tour (Min 2 pax to go) at the following rate: RM 450 per Van. RM 760 per Luxury MPV.

  14. Private Half Day Kota Kinabalu City Tour 2024

    Take the pain out of transportation and discover Kota Kinabalu in style on a private tour. Learn all about the city's heritage from your personal guide as you explore the Sabah State Museum and Pu Toh Tze Temple, and soak up views from Signal Hill. Along the way, cast your eyes over the Sabah State Mosque, the Kota Kinabalu City Mosque, and the 30-story Menara Tun Mustapha.

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    KOTA KINABALU CITY DAY TOUR. Pick up from your hotel lobby in Kota Kinabalu city. Proceed to Atkinson Clock Tower, one of the most enduring landmarks in Kota Kinabalu which has stood prominently on the bluff along Signal Hill Road.Then, visit to Signal Hill, where you can enjoy the beautiful skyline of the city with a view that extends to the nearby islands.

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    1. Kota Kinabalu City Mosque. Stop: 15 minutes - Admission included. Situated near the sea, this majestic white mosque boasts similar features to the Nabawi Mosque in Medina. This floating mosque has a prayer hall which houses three madrasahs and accommodates from 9,000 to 12,000 people at a time. By far the largest mosque in Kota Kinabalu, the ...

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    Your Itinerary. 09:00. 1. Pick up from hotel and begin exploring the city of Kota Kinabalu, Sabah's capital city. 2. ** Filipino Market, Floating Mosque, Menara Tun Mustapha, Heritage walk, Temple Pu Toh Sze, live seafood export factory. 11:30. 3. Back to hotel.

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    Visit historical and cultural attractions including the island's major places of worship, Sabah State Mosque and the Kota Kinabalu City Mosque. Take a look into the city's interesting facts and figures at the Sabah Museum. ... Kota Kinabalu City Private Day Tour. 4 Hours . Availability : Everyday . Min Age : No Limit . 0. From RM 90. Kawa ...

  20. Kota Kinabalu City Night Tour & Seafood Dinner

    Day 1. Kota Kinabalu / Filipino Market / Tun Mustapha Tower / Sabah Floating Mosque / Tanjung Aru Beach / Seafood Dinner / Foh Sang Or Api Api Night Market (Friday & Saturday Only) Be greeted by our friendly tour guides who will be waiting for you at your Hotel Lobby at 3pm with your vehicle. First stop, the Filipino Market.

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    per adult (price varies by group size) Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park 2 Islands Hopping Tour from Kota Kinabalu. 2. Adventure Tours. from. $132.00. per adult (price varies by group size) Manukan Island + Sapi or Mamutik Island Trip from Kota Kinabalu.

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    Discover the highlights of Kota Kinabalu, the capital of Malaysian Borneo's Sabah state, on this 3-hour, private tour by air-conditioned vehicle. Visit the University of Malaysia, the Sabah State Museum Complex, and City Mosque, capture a city panorama from Signal Hill, and shop for souvenirs at a local handicraft store.

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    Kota Kinabalu Half-Day City Tour with Local Host. 1. Discover Kota Kinabalu with this 3-hour tour with an English speaking guide. Travel around in comfort in an air-conditioned vehicle and visit the Sabah Foundation Building, City Mosque, University of Sabah, and Sabah Museum, and enjoy sweeping views of the city from the top of Signal Hill. ...

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    Amazing Borneo offers affordable and reliable Borneo Sabah Malaysia land tour packages which include Mount Kinabalu climb, diving, sepilok, sandakan wildlife adventures, ... Kompleks Asia City, Jalan Asia City, 88000, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia Tel: (+6) 088-448409 Email: [email protected] Instant Book Now