The 15 best things to do in Kota Kinabalu (2026)

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   1. Guided Snorkeling Day Trip, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia

   Outty Ranking95

   You will be collected from Jesselton Point Jetty, Kota Kinabalu and taken into the local marine park - Tunku Abdul Rahman where you will be briefed and taken on three guided snorkelling tours. The maximum group size is s. Peak Performance at 95/100, 4.9/5 from 329 traveler reviews, 24h from $72, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   2. Leisure Diving | Fun Dives | 3 Dives in TARP, Kota Kinabalu

   Outty Ranking91

   Are you a Certified Scuba Diver? Then this is the trip for you. Spend the day with Borneo Dream, exploring the underwater world of our local marine park. With over 25 dive sites in the park, we can always find one that i. 90+ Club at 91/100, 4.9/5 from 118 traveler reviews, 24h from $116, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   3. Learn to Dive | RAID Open Water 18 Diver Course | Kota Kinabalu

   Outty Ranking91

   Since most of the planet is covered in water, why not explore it? The RAID Open Water 30 Diver Course is open to all those fit, healthy and able to swim (Please get in touch with us for clarification) from the age of 10. 90+ Club at 91/100, 5.0/5 from 84 traveler reviews, 72h from $413, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   4. Bongawan River Cruise Proboscis Monkey, SkyMirror, Fireflies

   Outty Ranking87

   Bongawan River Cruise – A Hidden Gem of Borneo! Please note on Fridays Mosque is not available. Meeting Point for Pick Up at 1 PM Burger King, Ground Floor, The Shore, Jalan Lapan Belas. Experience the Bongawan Rive. Exceptional at 87/100, 4.8/5 from 105 traveler reviews, 8h from $54, free cancellation.

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   5. 2D1N Mount Kinabalu Climbing

   Outty Ranking80

   Mount Kinabalu is the Borneo’s highest peak in Sabah and it is renowned world heritage site. It stands 4,095m Height with breathtaking views. Find ideal mount kinabalu package with best rates and get tips to climb mount. Strongly Recommended at 80/100, 4.9/5 from 595 traveler reviews, 48h from $920.

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   6. Borneo (Klias) River Cruise & Fireflies Tour

   Outty Ranking78

   It's one of the perfect trip that you can get while having a vacation at Kota Kinabalu, We offer a satisfactional tour experience execute by our high experience tour guide in Kota Kinabalu,. Strongly Recommended at 78/100, 4.5/5 from 133 traveler reviews, 9h from $50, free cancellation.

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   7. Join us for a RAID Try Dive in Kota Kinabalu

   Outty Ranking74

   Borneo Dream has been entertaining and educating scuba divers and snorkellers for the excess of 12 years in Kota Kinabalu and have an incident-free record. We are professional, safe and fully insured. Let us make your un. Strongly Recommended at 74/100, 5.0/5 from 33 traveler reviews, 6h from $121, free cancellation.

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   8. 2d1n Mount Kinabalu Via Ferrata - Walk The Torq

   Outty Ranking73

   Mount Kinabalu is the Borneo’s highest peak in Sabah and it is renowned world heritage site. It stands 4,095m Height with breathtaking views. Find ideal mount kinabalu package with best rates and get tips to climb mount. Strongly Recommended at 73/100, 4.9/5 from 109 traveler reviews, 48h from $1,020.

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   9. Sky-Mirror Photographing and Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies Watching River-Cruise

   Outty Ranking72

   Set out from your Kota Kinabalu hotel in the afternoon. Once you arrive, have a welcome drink and high tea for rest before depart for searching proboscis monkey and monkey king, The shy Proboscis monkey which like to eat. Strongly Recommended at 72/100, 4.2/5 from 118 traveler reviews, 6h from $46, free cancellation.

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    10. Kota Kinabalu Leisure Scuba Diving Trip (3 Dives)

    Outty Ranking71

    *For certified divers only.* 1. You’ll enjoy a full-day scuba diving adventure at Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, located just 15 minutes from Kota Kinabalu city center. Please meet our dive team at 8:15 AM at Jesselton. Strongly Recommended at 71/100, 4.9/5 from 53 traveler reviews, 8h from $133.

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    11. 2d1n Kinabalu Park & Poring Canopy Walk & Desa Cow Farm Tour

    Outty Ranking71

    A 2-day guided tour highlights the best of Sabah’s natural beauty. Discover wonders of the plant kingdom at Kinabalu National Park, witness the 140 million year old rainforest of Borneo from a tree-top canopy walk-way, t. Strongly Recommended at 71/100, 4.8/5 from 44 traveler reviews, 48h from $336.

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    12. RAID Try-Dive Experience in Kota Kinabalu

    Outty Ranking70

    What are you waiting for? The RAID Try-Dive Experience is a fantastic and safe way for you to enjoy the underwater world for the first time. Let our highly trained RAID Diving Instructors brief you and entertain you for. Strongly Recommended at 70/100, 4.9/5 from 61 traveler reviews, 6h from $121.

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    13. Mari-Mari Cultural Village Tour Including Lunch

    Outty Ranking70

    Depart from the city hotel for Mari-Mari Cultural Village, cultural village in Sabah. The village operates as a museum that preserves Borneo ethnic culture. It shares the knowledge, history, culture, and tradition of Bor. Solid Choice at 70/100, 4.5/5 from 55 traveler reviews, 5h from $65, free cancellation.

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    14. Fun Boat Snorkeling and Island Visit from Kota Kinabalu

    Outty Ranking69

    Snorkeling is one of the easiest yet fun ways to see the underwater world. It is inexpensive and very popular as anybody can participate in this sport regardless of age, skill and physical fitness. Non-swimmers can snork. Solid Choice at 69/100, 4.5/5 from 40 traveler reviews, 8h from $92, free cancellation.

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    15. Mari Mari Cultural Village Tour with Transport, Guide and Lunch

    Outty Ranking68

    Discover the rich heritage of Sabah at the Mari Mari Cultural Village, a living museum showcasing the traditions of five major ethnic tribes: Dusun, Rungus, Lundayeh, Bajau, and Murut. Engage in hands-on activities such. Solid Choice at 68/100, 5.0/5 from 10 traveler reviews, 5h from $63, free cancellation.

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