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The 7 most popular kota kinabalu tours, compared in one place. What you actually see from the water, how long each sailing runs, what it costs and who to book it through.
Klias Wetlands cruise from Kota Kinabalu for proboscis monkeys, mangroves, Malaysian buffet dinner, and fireflies at night.
Most Popular“A truly great experience and tour package! Driver Selani was very prompt, contacted in advance and a safe driver. Tour bus was clean and air conditioned. The driver also pointed out points of interest along the 2 hour journey. You arrive at bRead more”
Proboscis monkeys, SkyMirror photos, a sunset cruise and fireflies on the Bongawan River from Kota Kinabalu, plus dinner.
“The trip was great we spotted so many Proboscis Monkeys, the Fireflies were also Great”
Evening river cruise from Kota Kinabalu to spot proboscis monkeys and other wildlife, then watch fireflies blink after sunset.
“I found the tour to be average. Did not see proposcis monkeys. You would think the tour operators of the river cruise would know where the proposcis monkeys usually stay. It was a waste just driving up and down the river. The sunset was beautiful. The fireflies were amazing.”
Cruise the Klias Wetlands by day and night for proboscis monkeys, mangrove scenery, and fireflies, plus tea and buffet dinner.
“It was a good chance to witness the wild life of Borneo just two hours away from the city. We have seen monkeys in their natural habitat and experienced firefly show after the dark. The meal was also fine”
Bongawan River cruise from Kota Kinabalu: mangroves, proboscis monkeys, sunset beach photos, fireflies, plus Malay buffet dinner.
“Our tour was a bit rough, but not by fault of the tour staff - we happened to go during a huge downpour. However, the staff were so lovely and helpful the entire time. They did their best to navigate the situation well, helping us see monkeys Read more”
Sunset and night river cruises in Kota Belud from Kota Kinabalu: mangroves, possible proboscis monkeys, buffet dinner, then fireflies.
“Both river cruises were great, Dinner was not what we expected. Advertised as local restaurant however it wasn’t.”
Klias Wildlife Safari River Cruise from Kota Kinabalu pairs a mangrove wildlife cruise with a firefly night boat, plus food and jetty activities.
“Visited during Raya 2019. Worth the looooooooooooong journey there. It was super jam as it was a public holiday. Booked the tour via Klook. The boatman was very good at spotting proboscis monkeys even at a distance! He would drive the boRead more”
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