Malaysia · BOAT TOURS IN KOTA KINABALU
A shortlist rather than a catalogue: 8 boat tours in Kota Kinabalu, each with what it costs, how long it takes and who it actually suits.
Sabah day trip with Kota Kinabalu Floating Mosque, Cocoa Kingdom tastings, Bongawan River Cruise for proboscis monkeys, and fireflies.
“Timmy was excellent. we had a lovely day as a family and my daughter really enjoyed the trip”
Klias Wetlands at dusk for proboscis monkeys, then a night cruise that turns mangroves into a glowing firefly show, with dinner.
“Great tour saw some proboscis monkey and crocodile, although only babies, but we did see the crocodile, great guide and lovely food saw the fireflies which was really nice don’t use the flash”
Kota Kinabalu evening cruise with mangrove proboscis monkeys and fireflies, plus Sky Mirror sunset beach photos and Malaysian dinner.
“Fabulous trip and despite being the only westerner in a bunch of Koreans it wasn't lonely. The guide Nick Teo made me feel included and the beach pics were great despite the bad weather. The gangster monkeys in the boat were fun and we got to see the fireflies, tge trees looking like Xmas. Food was fine too”
River cruise in Bongawan to spot proboscis monkeys and fireflies, plus Floating Mosque, chocolate tasting, and a Sky Mirror sunset in Sabah.
“The trip was a good experience. Eddy was very knowledgeable and able to answer all of the group’s questions. Happy with the outing as a whole. Thank you.”
Evening river cruise from Kota Kinabalu to Weston Wetlands for mangrove wildlife spotting, sunset fireflies, hotel pickup, snacks.
“Terence unser Reiseleiter hat alles gegeben,uns sein Land,die Natur und vieles mehr näher zu bringen.Dankeschön”
Snorkel off Kota Kinabalu in Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, two stops plus Pulau Gaya lunch, with transfers and fees included.
“Recomendado. Muy bonita experiencia de snorkeling, muy atentos y amables. Lo más bonito de Kk fue hacer este tour.”
Mari Mari Village plus a Bongawan River cruise, with proboscis monkeys, fireflies, and a sky-mirror sunset, all with meals and transport.
“I had a combination of Mari Mari village tour & Bongawan cruise led by Eddie & Timmy respectively. Eddie was very knowledgeable and engaging in his explanation of the different tribes and their cultures. Timmy was very attentive to details and very clear with his instructions.”
Afternoon-to-dusk Bongawan mangrove cruise with proboscis monkeys, sunset beach time, and a firefly boat ride from Kota Kinabalu.
“The fire flies and sun set. It was beautiful and Mimi is extremely helpful and attentive. Highly recommended.”
Every kind of day out, and where each one is worth doing.
