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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 leisure time or a short jungle walk for those seeking a bit of adventure. - Full-day snorkeling tour of Manukan and Sapi Islands - Includes hotel pickup and drop-off for convenience - Enjoy a tasty lunch on Sapi Island's sandy beaches - Explore nature trails and vibrant coral reefs at your own pace
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Set sail on a catamaran adventure exploring the stunning Gaya and Sepanggar Islands, where you can swim in crystal clear waters and engage in snorkeling, kayaking, or paddleboarding. As you glide through turquoise seas, taking in the breathtaking sights of coastline. With the guidance of an experienced captain, discover vibrant coral reefs and exotic marine life, including the chance to spot sea turtles.. Uncover hidden gems with the help of an insightful captain that knows the area well. Recharge with a delicious lunch on board, then relax, swim, and soak up the suns before return to your hotel with beautiful cruise memories. This tour is perfect for small groups, ensuring a personalized experience that combines relaxation with adventure - Duration: 5 hours and 30 minutes of fun-filled activities including transfer - Includes hotel pickup and drop-off for convenience - Engage in various water sports with provided equipment - Ideal for families and groups seeking marine exploration
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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 Quay for registration. We will depart around 8:30 AM, and the trip ends around 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM. 2. You’ll be guided by a professional PADI instructor with over 10 years of experience diving in Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park. Your safety will be their top priority throughout the dives. 3. The price includes: ✔ Full set of scuba diving equipment ✔ À la carte lunch ✔ Bottled drinking water ✔ Marine park entrance fee ✔ Diving permit ✔ Conservation fee ✔ Jetty fee ✔ Boat transfers
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Mantanani Island is a group of three isolated islands northwest of Kota Belud, a one-hour drive from Kota Kinabalu. Although only approximately an hour's boat rides by speedboat from the mainland, the islands were only known to a few locals. Time slows down there amidst the crystal clear blue waters lapping on white sandy beaches. Three wrecks have been discovered which still hold plenty of secrets and are now home to a menagerie of marine creatures such as Lionfish, Scorpionfish, octopus, glassfish and many species of rays flutter around like blue spotted ray and marbled sting ray amongst large schools of fish. The coral reefs surrounding the islands have plenty to offer, for both novice and experienced diver even snorkeling too. There are now 16 dive sites been identified by Mantanani Island Resort with many more still to be explore. The island promises the most diverse marine life with visibility up to 40 metres.
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Start your trip by exploring the authentic water village community at Pulau Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, and cap off your day with a visit to Kampung Gipsi Sabah, the first cultural village on Pulau Gaya, to immerse yourself in local traditions and photo session wearing the traditional custome
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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 snorkel too. Come and enjoy snorkeling at TARP Island on this day tour from Kota Kinabalu hotels. Lunch, entrance fee and hotel transfers is included.
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Spend the rest of the time at leisure for swimming or snorkeling in the crystal clear waters, discover the rich coral life that surrounded the island before you return to Kota Kinabalu.
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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 barbecue lunch are all provided.
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Embark on the Bongawan River Cruise for an unforgettable ecological adventure in Kota Kinabalu, observe wildlife intimately, admire stunning natural phenomena, and engage with local culture through shared, private tour, or just a simple entry tickets, tailored to your preferred language. Alternatively, choose to include a stop at a Filipino market in private tour, complete with dinner and refreshments at the conclusion of the experience. The grand finale awaits as darkness falls: glide silently along the river and be mesmerized as fireflies illuminate the mangrove trees, transforming them into a dazzling, twinkling galaxy. This immersive experience combines incredible nature, photography, and a taste of local culture for a perfect day trip from Kota Kinabalu, includes local guide, ticket, entry fee, dinner, refreshment and optional transfer service, market visit or along the route.
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Skip the hefty private charter fees and join our fun-filled group excursion. Speed across the South China Sea on a thrilling boat ride to nearby Sapi and Manukan Islands. Dive into crystal-clear waters, snorkel vibrant coral reefs, or soak up the sun on pristine beaches. Relaxation is guaranteed! Enjoy a complimentary BBQ lunch on Sapi Island and utilize the free snorkel equipment to explore the underwater world. With convenient round-trip transfers from your Kota Kinabalu hotel, all you need to do is pack your swimsuit and sense of adventure. Let's create unforgettable island memories!
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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 leaves often wait for your arrival and hiding at tree watching you like playing hide and seek.In the river, we come to visit monkey king family. They are so cute and not afraid with human. Some baby monkey come on front to have banana from you. Then we go to the Superview Beach,somebody also call it Sky-mirror Beach, the great sunset point and beach remain the water as mirror. That is the main objective we introduce in the mangrove tour “Sky Mirror”. We are serving to take the nice mirror photo and great sunset photo for your value memories. Sunset completed, on board searching the fantasy world of fireflies. Fireflies living at mangrove trees, the biggest group of fireflies shining as little star. Fly on board, and wishing with fireflies.
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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 shore to the park - Chance to dive into the water & swim with colorful sea life - Views of exotic animals like spotted turtles & tropical fish - Ample time to eat, relax or explore the forest on the island
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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 shore to the park - Chance to dive into the water & swim with colorful sea life - Views of exotic animals like spotted turtles & tropical fish - Ample time to eat, relax or explore the forest on the island
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Embark on the Tuaran River Cruise for a cultural and river cruise adventure with transfer pick-up from the city. Take a dive into the quirky attraction of the traditional lifestyle and the jaw-dropping views that the Tuaran menkabong River has to offer, include hotel pick up and visit likas mosque, UMS pink mosque as two of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Then cruising along menkabong river, blue flame phenomenon, mangrove forest, sunset view, and backdrop of Kinabalu mountain, with opportunity to see crocodiles in the wild mangrove if lucky.. During the tour, you'll be knee-deep in the lush mangrove, soaking up local culture and uncovering community traditions As night falls, watch as the fireflies light up the mangrove forest, creating a truly unforgettable experience. A chance to dodge the usual tourist stampede and dive into the real, unfiltered flavor of Sabah's coastal life.
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Dreamer Island is the destination for a full day of sun-filled activity. Enjoy parasailing, snorkeling, kayaking, and beach time. Savor a local lunch and relax in a serene island setting with less crowded experience. Immerse yourself in sports like parasailing high above the water and snorkelling among colourful coral reefs by setting sail from Jesselton Point or Star Marina. Enjoy relaxing beach time or kayak at your own speed after a hearty local lunch. This day gives you the freedom to explore or just relax on a calm island environment away a bit away from crowds and distractions, with experienced instructors leading you.
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Mengalum Island, situated 56km northwest of Kota Kinabalu, approximately an hour and a half away. this uninhabited atoll offers stunning powder-white sands, vibrant neon-blue waters, and a serene, protected coral lagoon a genuine paradise for divers and sun enthusiasts. Circular sanctuary – Uniquely shaped, find a natural lagoon with waters so calm creating a natural lagoon with blue crystal clear. Snorkeling paradise – A house reef so close you could almost trip over it, packed with clownfish, blue starfish, and hawksbill turtles just waiting for their close-up Deserted beaches – Enjoy a 360-degree stroll around the whole island (it’s a quick 45-minute jaunt) with absolutely nothing in the way of those stunning views. Virgin ecosystem – where the only permanent residents are the coconut trees, and the resort visitor center is the ultimate eco-friendly party planner, keeping the ecological balance in check
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Enjoy a group experience on a daytrip to Mari Mari culture village, blue tear and river cruise on a full clay trip. in the morning head to Mari-Mari Cultural Village with a guide who’s ready to share all the unusual tales on this adventure! Get ready for some one-on-one time and the freedom to explore Borneo's ancient of 5 different ethnic tribes and modern culture. Laugh and learn about traditional congkak games, bamboo cooking, culture performance, blowpipe fire, handcrafted tree bark fabrics, and lunch on a village tour After a potential stop at the floating mosque and chocolate factory visit. Take a river cruise through mangrove forest and explore wildlife. Chase a spectacular sunset with skymirror on the horizon, then enjoy a dinner Keep your eyes peeled for the magical "Blue Tears" or fireflies —a rare bioluminescence that sets the water aglow with electric blue sparkles. This exclusive tour Borneo's wild beauty and rich heritage into one unforgettable journey.
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Sales Option 1. 0700hrs- Hotel Transfer service begins. Enjoy a comfortable ride with an estimated travel time of 1.5 hours. 0915hrs- Arrive at Rampayan Jetty. Take a short break, complete island departure formalities and prepare to board the boat. 0930hrs- Board the boat to Mermaid Island Mantanani , ,a scenic 45 minute journey. 1030hrs- Arrive at Mermaid Island Mantanani. Enjoy a welcome drink and listen to safety briefing . Get ready for your activities. 11:00hrs- Board the boat to explore twoi snorkeling spots (approx 60mnts) 1230hrs- Return to the resort for a delicious Seafood Platter Lunch. Afterward, experience the 'Mirror of the Sky'. 1430hrs- Freshen up and prepare to board the boat for the return trip to the jetty. 1600hrs- Arrive at Rampayan Jetty and return to your hotel in Kota Kinabalu City.
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In this tour you can see the proboscis monkey, firefly, long tailed macaques, silver languor, and other wildlife along the river bank.
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Enjoy a memorable evening on the Klias River, where the beauty of nature meets local cuisine. Start with a scenic drive to the Klias Forest Reserve, arriving at the jetty for a delightful cup of coffee or tea paired with traditional Malay treats. As the sun sets, cruise the river for a chance to spot proboscis monkeys, exotic birds, and crocodiles in their natural habitat. After a traditional Malay buffet dinner, witness the enchanting display of fireflies illuminating the riverbanks, making for a magical end to your night. - Experience the magic of fireflies illuminating the riverbanks at night - Includes hotel pickup and drop-off, dinner, and afternoon tea - Search for wildlife during the evening river cruise - Perfect for nature lovers and families looking for an immersive experience
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Discover the amazing underwater scene in Kota Kinabalu with a Seawalking adventure you won't forget. After an exhilarating speedboat adventure, put on a helmet and take a leisurely walk along the ocean floor, surrounded by vibrant fish and one-of-a-kind rock formations. This adventure is all about having a blast while staying safe, with a dedicated professional instructor ensuring your safety. After your stroll by the ocean, treat yourself to a tasty lunch and jump into some snorkelling, or go for some thrilling extras like parasailing or jet skiing. Then relax on the sandy beach with a cool drink in hand, soaking up the stunning vibes of the private island before head back to the jetty.
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Deep in the Klias Forest Reserve, one of Sabah's most precious protected wetlands, a world of extraordinary wildlife awaits. This full-day shared tour takes you from Kota Kinabalu into the mangroves for an unforgettable afternoon and evening on the water. After a two-hour coastal drive, arrive at Klias River Village Jetty and refresh with coffee, tea, and Malay cakes before boarding your river cruise. Glide through mangrove forests in search of Borneo's iconic proboscis monkeys, bird species, monitor lizards, and crocodiles in a protected reserve where conservation is paramount. Back at the jetty, a traditional Malay buffet dinner is served as darkness falls. Then the river comes alive as thousands of fireflies illuminate the mangrove banks in a flickering natural light display. Return transfer to Kota Kinabalu follows in the evening. Note: this tour operates with an English-speaking driver but without a dedicated guide; boat cruises are on a shared basis.
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This is a fully private tour, giving you the most authentic and personal experience of Kampung Gipsi. You’ll explore the village at your own pace, connect directly with the local community, and see daily life exactly as it is real, untouched, and truly unique.
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Take a delightful day trip to the untouched mangrove forests and keep an eye out for Borneo's special wildlife. Enjoy a peaceful cruise through a world where proboscis monkeys play in the treetops, fireflies light up the evening sky, and the mangrove forests share their wonders with those who are eager to explore. The adventure through the vibrant mangrove forests, filled with a variety of wildlife and ending in a stunning nature show, leaves memories that last a long time. The sight of primate monkeys swinging through the canopy, the sun setting over a tranquil beach, and fireflies illuminating the night will remain vivid long after other travel experiences have dimmed. If you're thinking about a trip to Sabah, whether you're in Kota Kinabalu city or the Beringgis area, be sure to add this mangrove adventure to your itinerary! It's a wonderful blend of learning, hidden gems, untouched beauty, unspoiled, hidden and wonder that really highlights the stunning natural heritage of Borneo.
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