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Discover 110 Day tours in Kota Kinabalu on Trip.com, updated October 4, 2025, with experiences lasting from 1 to 11 hours. Find the perfect adventure for your day!

From CAD 3.69 per person, with an average total of CAD 72.09. Choose the option that suits your plan.

With 398 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 Day Tour: Proboscis Monkeys, Fireflies, Afternoon Tea & Dinner Experience", a 6-hour adventure in Kota Kinabalu!

The next available day tour departs on October 5, 2025. 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

October is the perfect time to visit Kota Kinabalu! Choose from Day tours available day tours, including seasonal favorites like Mengalum Island snorkeling 1-day tour includes lunch.

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  • Kota Kinabalu Kawa-Kawa River Day Tour: Proboscis Monkeys, Fireflies, Afternoon Tea & Dinner Experience

    Kota Kinabalu Kawa-Kawa River Day Tour: Proboscis Monkeys, Fireflies, Afternoon Tea & Dinner Experience

    󱩳Explore the mangrove wetland reserve, where you'll have a higher chance of encountering wildlife like proboscis monkeys for a more authentic experience.
    Duration: 6.1 hrs
    English
    4.9/5
    Excellent· 23 reviews· 445 booked
    FromCAD 31.34
  • Pink Mosque at Universiti Malaysia Sabah + Kota Kinabalu City Mosque + Tun Mustapha Tower half-day tour

    Pink Mosque at Universiti Malaysia Sabah + Kota Kinabalu City Mosque + Tun Mustapha Tower half-day tour

    󱩳The Water Mosque impresses with its blue dome and beautiful reflections on the lake, perfectly blending religious and natural views.
    Duration: 3.9 hrs
    English
    4.7/5
    Great· 19 reviews· 252 booked
    FromCAD 25.79
  • Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) Share Airport Transfer

    Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) Share Airport Transfer

    󱩳Kick off your Malaysia trip with a smooth shared transfer from Kota Kinabalu Airport to your city hotel.
    Duration: 40 mins
    English
    5.0/5
    Excellent· 7 reviews· 127 booked
    FromCAD 3.69
  • MANUKAN Island and SAPI Island Snorkeling Day Tour from Kota Kinabalu
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    MANUKAN Island and SAPI Island Snorkeling Day Tour from Kota Kinabalu

    󱩳Discover beautiful islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park in Kota Kinabalu Snorkelling in crystal clear sea to witness colorful tropical fishes and coral reefs Trip inclusive hotel pick up and return boat transfer from Ferry Termina
    Duration: 6.5 hrs
    English
    4.2/5
    Good· 5 reviews· 65 booked
    FromCAD 59.85
  • Sabah Weston Wetland River Cruise, Proboscis Monkey, Sunset & Fireflies 1 Day Shared Tour
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    Sabah Weston Wetland River Cruise, Proboscis Monkey, Sunset & Fireflies 1 Day Shared Tour

    󱩳Weston Wetland offers a great opportunity to spot fascinating wildlife, including Proboscis Monkey and silvered langurs
    Duration: 7.5 hrs
    English
    4.8/5
    Great· 4 reviews· 29 booked
    FromCAD 84.55
  • Sabah Kota Kinabalu Mermaid Island Snorkeling shared tour one-day tour| Lunch Included | Can be Combined with Kawah Mangrove Adventure

    Sabah Kota Kinabalu Mermaid Island Snorkeling shared tour one-day tour| Lunch Included | Can be Combined with Kawah Mangrove Adventure

    󱩳Land on the resort's private beach and enjoy the pristine scenery of the less crowded Mermaid Island
    Duration: 8.7 hrs
    English
    3.0/5
    · 2 reviews
    FromCAD 70.32
  • Sapi Island + Manukan Island Snorkeling one-day tour[Lunch Included]

    Sapi Island + Manukan Island Snorkeling one-day tour[Lunch Included]

    󱩳Both islands are easily accessible by boat from Kota Kinabalu, making them popular one-day tour destination.
    Duration: 6.5 hrs
    English
    5.0/5
    Excellent· 1 review· 76 booked
    FromCAD 55.26
  • Desa Dairy Farm + Poring Hot Spring + Mount Kinabalu Park Observatory one-day tour[Lunch Included]

    Desa Dairy Farm + Poring Hot Spring + Mount Kinabalu Park Observatory one-day tour[Lunch Included]

    󱩳Admire stunning views of the iconic peaks and explore the diverse trails of this UNESCO World Heritage site, which is rich in flora and fauna.
    Duration: 11.7 hrs
    English
    4.5/5
    Satisfactory· 2 reviews· 76 booked
    FromCAD 52.24
  • Sabah Kota Kinabalu Mamutik Island & Manukan Island Snorkeling Shared Day Tour

    Sabah Kota Kinabalu Mamutik Island & Manukan Island Snorkeling Shared Day Tour

    󱩳Explore the picturesque islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park and enjoy the pristine nature and tranquility. Dive into the colorful underwater world and admire the rich and diverse marine life. Accompanied by a professional guide, you can enjoy the tour of Manukan Island and Mamutik Island, providing Chinese and English commentary services.
    Duration: 6.4 hrs
    English
    5.0/5
    Excellent· 1 review· 80 booked
    FromCAD 48.08
  • Kinabalu Park & Poring Hot Spring Shared Day Tour

    Kinabalu Park & Poring Hot Spring Shared Day Tour

    󱩳Escape the hustle and bustle of Sabah's cities and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Kinabalu Park with this exhilarating Malaysian adventure!
    Duration: 10.2 hrs
    English
    4.6/5
    Satisfactory· 7 reviews· 65 booked
    FromCAD 66.31
  • The Best of Kundasang: Desa Dairy Farm, Canopy Walk And Wild Pork | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

    The Best of Kundasang: Desa Dairy Farm, Canopy Walk And Wild Pork | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

    󱩳Explore the stunning landscapes of Kundasang on a full-day tour from Kota Kinabalu, featuring steaming hot springs and scenic highlands.
    Duration: 8 hrs
    English
    5.0/5
    Excellent· 1 review· 21 booked
    5% off
    Limited-time sale
    FromCAD 86.62CAD 91.18
  • Sabah Kota Kinabalu Sapi & Manukan Island Snorkeling Shared Day Tour optional Watersport

    Sabah Kota Kinabalu Sapi & Manukan Island Snorkeling Shared Day Tour optional Watersport

    󱩳Discover pristine beaches and vibrant marine life on the Island
    Duration: 6.6 hrs
    English
    98 booked
    FromCAD 66.98
  • Mengalum Island snorkeling 1-day tour includes lunch
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    Mengalum Island snorkeling 1-day tour includes lunch

    󱩳Dive into the crystal-clear waters to admire the abundant marine life and stroll along the white sandy beaches of Mengalum Island!
    Duration: 9.6 hrs
    English
    4.7/5
    Great· 300 reviews· 25 booked
    FromCAD 101.31
  • Borneo Culture Village + Klias Mangrove & Fireflies River Cruise | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

    Borneo Culture Village + Klias Mangrove & Fireflies River Cruise | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

    󱩳Visit traditional longhouses of Dusun, Rungus, and Kadazan. Discover the rich heritage of Sabah
    Duration: 9 hrs
    English
    FromCAD 139.25
  • Borneo Culture Village | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

    Borneo Culture Village | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

    󱩳Explore traditional longhouses of Sabah's major ethnic groups (Dusun, Rungus, Bajau, Kadazan, etc.)
    Duration: 4.7 hrs
    English
    5% off
    Limited-time sale
    FromCAD 69.29CAD 72.94
  • Mantanani Island & Kawa Mangroves Tours | One-day shared tour  | Lunch/ afternoon tea/dinner included

    Mantanani Island & Kawa Mangroves Tours | One-day shared tour | Lunch/ afternoon tea/dinner included

    󱩳Explore Mantanani Island's rich marine life by diving or snorkeling, and relax on its pristine white sand beaches.
    Duration: 9.9 hrs
    English
    4.7/5
    Great· 3 reviews· 38 booked
    FromCAD 87.06
  • Sabah Kota Kinabalu Borneo Cultural Village + Binsuluk River Cruise Combo Share Day Tour

    Sabah Kota Kinabalu Borneo Cultural Village + Binsuluk River Cruise Combo Share Day Tour

    󱩳Explore the history and heritage of six ethnic villages, experiencing Sabah's indigenous traditions and early lifestyles.
    Duration: 9.4 hrs
    English
    FromCAD 145.55
  • Lovely Mantanani Island Day Trip | Snorkeling, Lunch Buffet & Seafood Bucket

    Lovely Mantanani Island Day Trip | Snorkeling, Lunch Buffet & Seafood Bucket

    󱩳Enjoy two snorkeling stops at the crystal-clear waters of Lovely Mantanani Island.
    Duration: 9.5 hrs
    English
    5.0/5
    Excellent· 1 review
    FromCAD 73.68
  • Tunku Abdul Rahman Island Fun Dive Adventure | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

    Tunku Abdul Rahman Island Fun Dive Adventure | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

    󱩳Must hold at least an Open Water Diver certification from SSI or another recognized agency.
    Duration: 5.1 hrs
    English
    FromCAD 149.20
  • Bongawan Mangrove, Fireflies River Cruise & Sky Mirror | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

    Bongawan Mangrove, Fireflies River Cruise & Sky Mirror | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

    󱩳Enjoy a slow, scenic boat ride along the calm Bongawan River, surrounded by lush mangrove forests and soothing nature.
    Duration: 6 hrs
    English
    5.0/5
    Excellent· 1 review
    5% off
    Limited-time sale
    FromCAD 53.55CAD 56.37
  • Tunku Abdul Rahman Island Discover Scuba Diving Adventure | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

    Tunku Abdul Rahman Island Discover Scuba Diving Adventure | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

    󱩳No certification needed – Perfect for beginners, DSD lets you try scuba diving under professional guidance without needing a license.
    Duration: 4.1 hrs
    English
    FromCAD 149.20
  • Tunku Abdul Rahman Island Boat Snorkeling Experience | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

    Tunku Abdul Rahman Island Boat Snorkeling Experience | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

    󱩳Take a boat ride towards Tunku Abdul Rahman Park within 15-20 minutes and arrive at the Island.
    Duration: 4.1 hrs
    English
    FromCAD 94.31
  • KAWA KAWA Nanamun Fireflies Sunset Cruise with Dinner

    KAWA KAWA Nanamun Fireflies Sunset Cruise with Dinner

    󱩳Experience wildlife animal encounter on a Kawa Kawa River cruise See the peculiar proboscis monkeys and other rare animal species Witness a beautiful view of fireflies along the river
    Duration: 7 hrs
    English
    4.5/5
    Satisfactory· 2 reviews· 67 booked
    FromCAD 54.19
  • Premium Nanamun Mangrove & Fireflies River Cruise | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

    Premium Nanamun Mangrove & Fireflies River Cruise | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

    󱩳Located right on Nanamun's sandy shore, offers sunbeds, large lawns and direct beach access—perfect for enjoying the sea breeze and ocean view.
    Duration: 6.2 hrs
    English
    FromCAD 82.89
  • Nanamun Mangrove & Fireflies River Cruise | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

    Nanamun Mangrove & Fireflies River Cruise | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

    󱩳Located on Nanamun's sandy beach, this place has sunbeds, wide green lawns, and easy beach access—perfect for enjoying the sea breeze and ocean view.
    Duration: 6.2 hrs
    English
    5% off
    Limited-time sale
    FromCAD 56.69CAD 59.68
  • Mantanani Island Discover Scuba Diving + Mangrove & Firefly Cruise | Kota Kinabalu

    Mantanani Island Discover Scuba Diving + Mangrove & Firefly Cruise | Kota Kinabalu

    󱩳Experience your first scuba dive in the crystal-clear waters of Mantanani Island with a certified instructor.
    Duration: 10.4 hrs
    English
    5% off
    Limited-time sale
    FromCAD 188.98CAD 198.93
  • Bongawan Twilight Wonders: Mangroves, Monkeys & Fireflies Cruise with Dinner in Sabah

    Bongawan Twilight Wonders: Mangroves, Monkeys & Fireflies Cruise with Dinner in Sabah

    󱩳Enjoy the chance to spot the rare and fascinating proboscis monkey in its natural habitat, though sightings are subject to the timing and your luck.
    Duration: 6 hrs
    English
    FromCAD 58.95
  • Sabah Borneo Cultural Village Day Trip- Join in Tour Group of 2+  [Lunch and Return transfer included]

    Sabah Borneo Cultural Village Day Trip- Join in Tour Group of 2+ [Lunch and Return transfer included]

    󱩳Visit the Borneo Cultural Village in Papar, about an hour's drive from Kota Kinabalu city center
    Duration: 6 hrs
    English
    FromCAD 58.95
  • Bongawan Mangrove Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies Tour with Sky Mirror - Solo Traveler Option

    Bongawan Mangrove Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies Tour with Sky Mirror - Solo Traveler Option

    󱩳Witness the iconic Proboscis Monkeys in their natural mangrove habitat during a scenic river cruise.
    Duration: 5.5 hrs
    English
    4.6/5
    Satisfactory· 13 reviews· 98 booked
    FromCAD 44.21
  • Afternoon Session | Mari Mari Cultural Village Tour + Big Prawn Laksa Lunch | Join-In Tour

    Afternoon Session | Mari Mari Cultural Village Tour + Big Prawn Laksa Lunch | Join-In Tour

    󱩳Visit five traditional indigenous homes in Sabah and discover the unique heritage, customs, and lifestyles of each tribe.
    Duration: 4 hrs
    English
    4.3/5
    Good· 3 reviews· 32 booked
    FromCAD 51.58
  • Sabah Lovely MANTANANI Island Snorkeling Activities

    Sabah Lovely MANTANANI Island Snorkeling Activities

    󱩳Mantanani Island for amazing snorkeling or diving experience in crystal clear waters Enjoy an amazing time on the island with pristine waters and white sandy beach Encounter diverse marine life, including vibrant coral and friendly sea creatures
    Duration: 9.3 hrs
    English
    22 booked
    FromCAD 86.84
  • Mari-Mari Cultural Village Half Day Shared Tour with Lunch & Tour Guide

    Mari-Mari Cultural Village Half Day Shared Tour with Lunch & Tour Guide

    󱩳Explore traditional houses, witness daily aboriginal lifestyles, and hear stories passed down through generations.
    Duration: 4.5 hrs
    English
    40 booked
    FromCAD 43.10
  • Kiulu River Rafting Shared Day Tour With Photography Services!

    Kiulu River Rafting Shared Day Tour With Photography Services!

    󱩳Paddle through Grade 1–2 ripples and rapids for an exciting yet relaxing experience (Grade 1 on sunny day, Grade 2 on rainy day)
    Duration: 5 hrs
    English
    5.0/5
    Excellent· 1 review· 28 booked
    FromCAD 36.84
  • Dreamer Island Join-In Tour | (Add-On Available:  Sea Walking & Shangri-La High Tea)

    Dreamer Island Join-In Tour | (Add-On Available: Sea Walking & Shangri-La High Tea)

    󱩳Create Ocean Memories Together: Family-Friendly Snorkeling Adventures at Dreamer's Island.
    Duration: 6.9 hrs
    English
    FromCAD 44.21
  • Kota Kinabalu Kawa Mangrove one-day tour: Proboscis Monkeys & Fireflies - Including Tea and Dinner

    Kota Kinabalu Kawa Mangrove one-day tour: Proboscis Monkeys & Fireflies - Including Tea and Dinner

    󱩳Watch a stunning rural sunset over mangroves and rice fields
    Duration: 6 hrs
    English
    4.5/5
    Satisfactory· 2 reviews· 27 booked
    FromCAD 32.65
  • Kokol Hill Elf Tour in Kota Kinabalu with Transport

    Kokol Hill Elf Tour in Kota Kinabalu with Transport

    󱩳Take in breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, valleys, and Kota Kinabalu city, particularly during sunrise and sunset.
    Duration: 3 hrs
    English
    FromCAD 41.63
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Reviews: Kota Kinabalu Kawa-Kawa River Day Tour: Proboscis Monkeys, Fireflies, Afternoon Tea & Dinner Experience
Guest User2025-09-14
It was the most worthwhile and enjoyable experience. It was a firefly viewing experience that you can't find anywhere else. Our guide, Lili, took such good care of us. She could only speak a little Japanese, but she tried to find the necessary Japanese words during the trip. She took pictures for everyone. She was very informative, funny, and friendly. The food was delicious. The car and boat were all very good. The tour was fun. We even met a bunch of long-nosed uncles. Watching the fireflies here was the most wonderful and memorable experience of our KK trip.
Reviews: Pink Mosque at Universiti Malaysia Sabah + Kota Kinabalu City Mosque + Tun Mustapha Tower half-day tour
Guest User2025-08-05
Our tour guide Jeff was very friedly and flxible to our request. It was 38℃, however car was good enough cool airconditioned. It was like private tour. We had wonderful experiences and great photo shooting by his support. Thank you handsome Jeff🫰
Reviews: Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) Share Airport Transfer
Guest User2025-07-27
Very convenient and practical transportation choice, the pick-up staff will add WeChat before using to keep arriving or leaving contact matters, this time the pick-up Xiaoxiang and the drop-off Xiaoyue are very good service, I hope to have the opportunity to use it again next time.
Reviews: MANUKAN Island and SAPI Island Snorkeling Day Tour from Kota Kinabalu
Guest User2024-07-08
The next day I arrived in Kota Kinabalu, I took a tour. I went with my Chinese family, and above all, the guide Ken was very friendly and pleasant, so I enjoyed the tour throughout. Lunch at Sapi Island was not bad, and it was worth it enough to parasail and seawalk. In particular, Manukan Island is ideal for snorkeling because there are few people and there are quite a few tropical fish. Safi Island is a dining and marine sports, and you can enjoy snorkeling on Manukan Island.
Reviews: Sabah Weston Wetland River Cruise, Proboscis Monkey, Sunset & Fireflies 1 Day Shared Tour
Guest User2025-09-04
We saw two types of monkeys and a large crocodile. We also saw a lot of fireflies, which was fantastic. Above all, the sunset was amazing. It was the best I've ever seen. The boat tour was a really great experience! The car ride was 2.5 hours each way, and it was quite shaky and painful. That was the only negative point. Overall, I would recommend this trip to others.
Reviews: Sabah Kota Kinabalu Mermaid Island Snorkeling shared tour one-day tour| Lunch Included | Can be Combined with Kawah Mangrove Adventure
Guest User2024-12-28
Beautiful, just beautiful!