
Proboscis Monkey and Fireflies River Cruise
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September 2026
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Traveler rating
4.3/5
Based on 54 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Proboscis Monkey and Fireflies River Cruise worth booking?
Proboscis Monkey and Fireflies River Cruise is a 8-hour experience in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, from $81 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 54 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (54)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $81 per person
A day trip tour to Proboscis monkeys and fireflies near Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Borneo provides a chance to spend an afternoon and evening traveling through a mangrove forest situated in Sabah. It will be departing from yo
What you get
About this experience
A day trip tour to Proboscis monkeys and fireflies near Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Borneo provides a chance to spend an afternoon and evening traveling through a mangrove forest situated in Sabah. It will be departing from your hotel around one an half hours drive reach our jetty. When we arrive at the jetty, coffee/tea and local made cakes will be served. Arrive jetty, cruise along the River Cruise with mangroves on either side of the river in search of Proboscis monkeys, Macaque Long tail, Silver Leaf monkeys, birds and monitor lizards. At night amazed by Borneo’s sunset and by nightfall, be amazed by hundreds of blinking fire flies lighting the mangrove trees as Christmas trees.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Local guide
- Afternoon tea
- Driver/guide
- Dinner
- Round-trip shared transfer
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tea and coffee
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Weston Wetland Park
Weston is a town on the west coast of the state of Sabah in Malaysia. It is located in the Interior Division of Sabah, and is about 100 kilometres south of Sabah's capital Kota Kinabalu. Weston is one of the towns along the Pan Borneo Highway. The bizarre-looking proboscis monkey gaining as much popularity with the tourists as the orang utan, the Weston Wetland with its large proboscis population is fast becoming the latest ecotourism destination in Sabah.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
BONGAWAN
Bongawan Wetland is one of the most beautiful wetland in Borneo and totally worth visiting simply because of its marvellous. Pickup included
KLIAS
Klias Wetland is one of the most beautiful wetland in Borneo and totally worth visiting simply because of its marvellous view Pickup included
Kawa-Kawa
Set out from your Kota Kinabalu hotel in the afternoon for the ride north to Kota Belud. Enjoy scenic cruise along Kawa Kawa & sightings of local wildlife. Pickup included
Weston
Weston Wetland is one of the most beautiful wetland in Borneo and totally worth visiting simply because of its marvellous view. Weston wetland is the place you can enjoy the most beautiful sunset. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- TYH Borneo Tours and Travel SDN BHD
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Outskirt Hotel Pick Up & Drop off Policy
- Additional charges of MYR30 per pax are chargeable for outskirt hotels pick-ups.
- Outskirt charges will be imposed on traveler that request to be picked up at hotels outside of Kota Kinabalu city area & 1 Borneo Shopping mall area.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $81 to $109
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 19
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 61
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Proboscis Monkey and Fireflies River Cruise: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kota Kinabalu.
How much does Proboscis Monkey and Fireflies River Cruise cost?
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Prices start at $81 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kota Kinabalu usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Proboscis Monkey and Fireflies River Cruise take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kota Kinabalu is not rushed.
Is Proboscis Monkey and Fireflies River Cruise worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 54 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Kota Kinabalu, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Proboscis Monkey and Fireflies River Cruise?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Proboscis Monkey and Fireflies River Cruise suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Proboscis Monkey and Fireflies River Cruise?
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Around 19 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kota Kinabalu can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kota Kinabalu and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Proboscis Monkey and Fireflies River Cruise start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kota Kinabalu within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Kota Kinabalu?
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On Outty we rank every Kota Kinabalu experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Guided Snorkeling Day Trip, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, Leisure Diving | Fun Dives | 3 Dives in TARP, Kota Kinabalu, Learn to Dive | RAID Open Water 18 Diver Course | Kota Kinabalu. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Kota Kinabalu?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Kota Kinabalu?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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