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194+ tours, tickets and activities in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia. Booking is completed on Viator, with free cancellation on many options.

Tours and activities in Kota Kinabalu

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Mamutik + Sapi Island SnorkelingTrip from Kota Kinabalu

Take a day trip to Tunku Abdul Rahman Park Marine Park (TARP). Just a boat ride away from Kota Kinabalu, it is known as one of the best snorkeling areas in the vicinity, with great stretches of shoreline on the southern coastline. Spend free time playing beach volleyball, swimming, snorkeling, or hiking the walking trail to Sunrise Point. Minivan transport, boat transfers, snorkel gear, and a bar…

4.3(9)Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 9 reviews6 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £71.75 per person

2 Hour Kota Kinabalu Local Street Food and History Walking Tour

Uncover the real taste and culture of Sabah on this guided 2-hour walking food and history tour in Kota Kinabalu. Escape tourist traps and eat like a local as you explore the vibrant district of Kampung Air. Guided by a passionate local host, you will visit handpicked, hygienic eateries to sample daily Malaysian staples, local Sabah delicacies, and authentic spicy dishes. As you stroll through co…

5.0(6)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 6 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £34.98 per person

Day Trip to Kinabalu Park and Poring Hot Spring Guided Tour

Experience the beauty of the Ranau –kundasang region and Malaysia's first UNESCO world heritage site, Kinabalu National Park with this guided tour. Explore the nature of Poring in Kinabalu Geopark site and experience the beautiful Kipungit Waterfall located deep inside Poring. In this tour, also high chances to see the biggest flower Rafflesia (Own expenses, depends on blooming time).

4.4(7)Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 7 reviews10 hFree cancellation

From £52.87 per person

Half-Day Mari Mari Cultural Village from Kota Kinabalu

Learn about traditional Sabahan life and the daily routines of Borneo’s ethnic groups at the Mari Mari Cultural Village. Watch a variety of demonstrations including blowpipe making, fire starting, and tattooing. Eat Sabahan delicacies during a buffet lunch and enjoy some wine tasting. You're accompanied by your guide to this open-air museum, with hotel transport by minivan from Kota Kinabalu. Cho…

5.0(5)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 5 reviews4 hFree cancellation

From £67.98 per person

Full-Day Sepilok Orangutan and Sandakan City Trail from Kota Kinabalu

See orangutans in the rainforest at the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. This unique wildlife sanctuary specializes in caring for baby orphan orangutans and teaches them the survival skills they would have learned from their mothers under normal conditions. The young orangutans are not kept in captivity, but rather come and go as they please while adjusting to their natural habitat. Lunch…

4.3(7)Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 7 reviews10 hFree cancellation

From £98.95 per person

Day Trip Sepilok Orang-utan And City Tour (Flight Excluded)

Save a date to meet our wild man in Sepilok Sandakan, which is the second largest city in Borneo after Kota Kinabalu. Get a chance to look up closer their natural habitat. Upon your arrival at Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre, you will watch the 25 minutes schedule video documentary show. A boardwalk which leads you to a viewing gallery and feeding platform where the apes are fed milk and…

4.3(7)Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 7 reviews8 hFree cancellation

From £89.73 per person

Full-Day Kinabalu Park and Poring Hot Spring Day Trip

Experience Kinabalu Park and Poring Hot Spring in this 10 hour tour! This exciting tour will begin when your guide picks your up at your hotel at 7:30am, or the Kinabalu International Airport. Designated by UNESCO in December 2000, Kinabalu Park covers an area of 754 square kilometres surrounding Mount Kinabalu which is the highest mountain on the island of Borneo. You will also have the opportun…

3.7(9)Rated 3.7 out of 5 from 9 reviews10 hFree cancellation

From £96.26 per person

Island Hopping Tour (2 Island) From Kota Kinabalu

Uncover the incredible underwater world off the coast of Kota Kinabalu on this snorkeling excursion in Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park. Enjoy time to swim and snorkel in 2 different destinations, and once you've worked up an appetite, indulge in a lunch on 1 of the park's 5 spectacular islands. - Exciting snorkeling excursion off the Kota Kinabalu coast - Stunning scenery on the cruise from the…

3.2(12)Rated 3.2 out of 5 from 12 reviews6 hFree cancellation

From £75.46 per person

Full-Day Sepilok Orangutan,Sun Bear & Sandakan City Trail from Kota Kinabalu

Meet gentle, shy orangutans in their natural habitat at a unique wildlife sanctuary on this delightful full-day tour. The Orangutan Rehabilitation Center in Sandakan is located in the middle of the lush Sepilok Forest Reserve. The Center specializes in caring for baby orphan orangutans and teaching them the survival skills they would have learned from their mothers under normal conditions. The or…

5.0(4)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews10 hFree cancellation

From £113.30 per person

Kota Kinabalu City Tour

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.

4.4(5)Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 5 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £74.78 per person

Kota Kinabalu City Half Day Tour

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 Tun Mustapha Tower (Tallest Building in Sabah), City Mosque ("floating" mosque); Puh Toh Tze Temple and enjoy sweeping views of the city from the top of Signal Hill. - Small-group city tour of Kota Kinabalu - Ideal for first time visitors and those with…

3.6(7)Rated 3.6 out of 5 from 7 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £47.96 per person

Kota Kinabalu Snorkeling Tour at Manukan and Sapi Island

Explore the stunning beauty of Kota Kinabalu on a snorkeling adventure that takes you to Manukan and Sapi Islands. Begin with a scenic speedboat ride to Manukan Island, where nature trails invite exploration or relaxation on pristine beaches. After, dive into the vibrant coral reefs of Sapi Island, perfect for snorkeling and swimming. Enjoy a delicious lunch on the sandy shores, followed by leisu…

4.3(4)Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 4 reviews7 hFree cancellation

From £67.98 per person

Kota Kinabalu: Catamaran Snorkeling, Paddlebord, Kayak with Meal

Set sail into the dazzling waters of Kota Kinabalu on a catamaran adventure that brings you closer to nature. Choose between a refreshing morning session filled with snorkeling at pristine spots teeming with vibrant coral and fish or an enchanting sunset cruise, where you dine under a canvas of colors as the sun dips below the horizon. Glide effortlessly on a paddleboard and kayak, soaking in the…

4.7(3)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 3 reviews5 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £52.66 per person

Kinabalu Park & Poring Hot Springs Tour with Desa Dairy Farm

Journey to the heights of the Crocker Range – the highest peaks in Sabah – and submerge into calming sulfuric baths at Poring Hot Springs. Marvel at majestic sights along the mountains, stroll through beautiful Poring Nature Reserve Park, and walk along the treetops of the rainforest canopy. - Kinabalu Park is Malaysia's first World Heritage Site - Spectacular biodiversity of flora & fauna in the…

3.6(5)Rated 3.6 out of 5 from 5 reviews8 hFree cancellation

From £72.03 per person

Tunku Abdul Rahman Park 2 Islands Hopping Tour from Kota Kinabalu

Uncover the incredible underwater world off the coast of Kota Kinabalu on this snorkeling excursion in Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park. Enjoy time to swim and snorkel in 2 different destinations, and once you've worked up an appetite, indulge in a lunch on 1 of the park's 5 spectacular islands. - Exciting snorkeling excursion off the Kota Kinabalu coast - Stunning scenery on the cruise from the…

3.6(5)Rated 3.6 out of 5 from 5 reviews5 hFree cancellation

From £72.03 per person

Kinabalu National Park Tour

Depart from the city hotel. The journey to Kinabalu Park takes about 1½ hours drive through scenic countryside and beautiful mountain range. On the way, stop by at the Nabalu Fruit Market to buy some fruits and souvenir.

3.8(4)Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 4 reviews8 hFree cancellation

From £101.97 per person

Kota Kinabalu Half Day City Tour with Professional Tour Guide

Discover the rich history and heritage of Kota Kinabalu on this comprehensive 3-hour city tour, including hotel pick-up. Visit landmarks like Tun Mustapha Tower (Tallest Building in Sabah), City Mosque ("floating" mosque); Puh Toh Tze Temple and finally, soak up views of Kota Kinabalu and the Likas Bay lagoon from the summit of Signal Hill.

4.0(3)Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £47.96 per person

Kinabalu Park Tour with Desa Dairy Farm & Poring Hot Springs

Journey to the heights of the Crocker Range – the highest peaks in Sabah – and submerge into calming sulfuric baths at Poring Hot Springs. Marvel at majestic sights along the mountains, stroll through beautiful Poring Nature Reserve Park, and walk along the treetops of the rainforest canopy. - Kinabalu Park is Malaysia's first World Heritage Site - Spectacular biodiversity of flora & fauna in the…

4.0(3)Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews8 hFree cancellation

From £72.03 per person

Essential Half-Day Kota Kinabalu City Highlights and Museum Tour

Once known as Singgahmata, 'the place where the eye lingers,' Kota Kinabalu has grown into one of Borneo's most compelling city destinations. This half-day private tour visits the landmarks that define KK's layered identity, from sacred spaces to sweeping hilltop views. The tour covers the City Mosque, the Sabah Museum complex with its Islamic Civilization Museum, Locomotive Gallery, and Heritage…

5.0(2)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews4 hFree cancellation

From £62.72 per person

Padas River White Water Rafting from Kota Kinabalu (Grade 3 & 4)

Feel your adrenaline pumping as you raft on the exciting whitewater of the Padas River, cutting through breathtaking Grade 4 and 5 rapids. Enjoy this thrilling adventure, using the latest equipment and highest safety standards to ensure an exhilarating yet safe outdoor experience. - Thrilling rafting adventure at the beautiful Padas River - Exhilaration of riding rapids reaching up to Grade 5 - T…

3.3(4)Rated 3.3 out of 5 from 4 reviews12 hFree cancellation

From £102.12 per person

Full Day JomTour! Memorable Experience in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

Transform Your Boring Tour into a Memorable Tourism Experience with JomTour! What You Can Expect: Enhance your day trip in Malaysia by booking an unforgettable experience activity! The JomTour! Experience package contains everything from the Day Pass, plus transportation in the form of a private vehicle, as well as our unique gamification activities. This package is ideal for those looking for a…

3.0(4)Rated 3.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews6 hFree cancellation

From £70.63 per person

Full Day Sabah Tea Plantation & WWII Memorial

Our friends from Peninsular Malaysia are always surprised to find that Sabahans are fond of Tea break and high tea too. Besides asking our friends to go Yamcha (drink tea). Sabahans would say ‘Let’s go High-Tea’. Tea drinking is definitely part of our culture and it fits well into our laid back lifestyle. Located 2,272 feet above sea levels, the harvests are 100% pesticide free as insect are draw…

4.0(2)Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews10 hFree cancellation

From £128.40 per person

Kinabalu Park And Poring Hot Spring Private Day Tour

Our Kinabalu Park and Poring private tour offers a unique and personalized experience. Enjoy exclusive access with a private guide, providing insightful commentary . Visit Jambatan Tamparuli, Pekan Nabalu’s handicraft market, and the UNESCO-listed Kinabalu National Park. Immerse yourself in the botanical garden and enjoy traditional dance performances. At Poring Hot Springs, relax in therapeutic…

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews8 h

From £150.46 per person