Top Sabah Full-day Tours - page 2

Visit the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Center on this educational full day tour. Learn about the orangutan rescue via a short documentary, then walk through the rainforest to view these intelligent mammals on a feeding platform. Then it’s on to the sun bear rescue center to learn more about the plight of the world’s smallest species of bear.

Visit Kinabalu Park on a full-day trip from Kota Kinabalu that’s a great way to experience southeast Asia’s highest peak without the grueling, overnight hike to the summit of Mount Kinabalu. A guided trail hike explores native plants, and you’ll have time to browse the cultural and nature exhibits at Kinabalu Park’s Exhibition Hall before returning to the coast.

Our friends from Peninsular Malaysia are always surprised to find that Sabahans are fond of Tea break and high tea too. Besides asking our friends to go Yamcha (drink tea). Sabahans would say ‘Let’s go High-Tea’. Tea drinking is definitely part of our culture and it fits well into our laid back lifestyle. Located 2,272 feet above sea levels, the harvests are 100% pesticide free as insect are drawn towards the 130 million year old rainforest surrounding the plantation. Afterwards head towards to the World World II Memorial Site also known as Kundasang War Memorial by the locals. The scent of Roses lingers in the air and the serene atmosphere makes the Kundasang War Memorial an ideal place to contemplate and remember the heroes of the war.

Experience the wildlife and history of Sabah, Malaysia, on this all-day excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, visit the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Center, honor POWs at Sandakan Memorial Park, catch spectacular views at Puu Jih Shih temple, pick up some seafood and produce at Central Market, explore Sabah history at Agnes Keith Museum, and enjoy a drink at English Tea House.

Discover the beauty of the Kudat Peninsula on this Tip of Borneo day trip from Kota Kinabalu. Mingle with the locals in the town of Kota Belud, and learn of the indigenous Bajau and Rungus peoples. Gain insight into local bee-farming and honey-harvesting at Kampung Gombizau, and visit a traditional Rungus longhouse to learn of their cultural traditions. Enjoy breathtaking views over the South China Sea from your vantage point at the Tip of Borneo, the island’s northernmost edge. Capture the views on camera before returning to Kota Kinabalu.

Get a closer look at two of Southeast Asia’s most endangered species, the orangutan and sun bear, on this full-day tour from Sandakan. First, stop at the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Center where orphaned and young primates are slowly integrated back into the wild. Then, visit the Bornean Sun Bear Center to learn about the strong conservation efforts to protect this rare species.

Depart from the city hotel and the journey takes approximately 2 hours drive to the Southern part of Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy the scenic view as you pass through paddy fields, oil palm plantation and native houses among others. - Experience the local way of life in several small towns - Enjoy the amazing surroundings as you cruise down the river - Witness the wildlife and see the many different monkey species in the wetlands - Savor a delicious light refreshment and dinner and take some time to relax with great views around you - Finish your day with the most memorable experience, admiring the unique dance of fireflies after sunset

Located off the coast of Semporna, Tun Sakaran Marine Park is the largest marine park in Sabah that covers 340 square kilometers of protected area. The park features eight beautiful islands that boast remarkable sceneries and a diverse marine ecosystem. Arrive in paradise as you embark on this journey that will take you to the wonders of the park. The tour will begin in the morning where you check in at seaside of the hotel Sipadan inn 2 or New tourist jetty of Semporna. After that, the guide will conduct a short orientation and safety briefing. You will also be handed with complete snorkeling equipment before leaving for your first destination. Once the actual tour begins, you’ll be taken to the majestic islands around Tun Sakaran Marine Park. Swim among the abundant and diverse marine life, as you snorkel in three different spots. Enjoy a filling and delicious packed lunch that you will eat while adoring the surrounding landscape.

See baby barracudas, snappers, and more on a snorkel tour to Pandan Pandan Island. After pickup from your hotel, enjoy a scenic drive and short boat ride to the snorkel site. Explore the crystal clear waters and vibrant reefs with complimentary life vests and snorkel gear. Later, enjoy lunch and time to lounge on the secluded beach. You can also participate in additional water activities (own expense).

Spot wildlife and fireflies on the banks of the Klias River on river cruise from Kota Kinabalu that goes deep into the protected Klias Wetland. The afternoon departure time ensures that you’ll arrive at the river as animals become most active, you’ll see a spectacular natural show when thousands of fireflies come out after sunset, and the night concludes with a traditional kampong-style dinner.

Spend the day in paradise during this day trip to Manukan Island near Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy a range of activities during your beach sojourn, ranging from beach volleyball to sunbathing to snorkeling and more. Additional amenities like the island’s nearly 1-mile-long (1.5-km) walking trail, optional side visit to Sapi or Mamutik Island, and an included barbecue lunch help ensure a memorable day.

Visit the national park that surrounds Mount Kinabalu on a full-day tour from Kota Kinabalu to Kinabalu Park and Poring Hot Springs, and experience Malaysia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site. This day tour is limited to seven participants for a personalized experience, so you have plenty of time to hike nature trails, soak in mineral-rich pools, tour the rain forest canopy, and enjoy Borneo scenery at its most dramatic.

Visit one of Sabah’s traditional markets and a Rungus longhouse on a full-day, small-group tour from Kota Kinabalu that includes coach transportation and lunch. See Borneo’s diverse cultures first hand at the Sunday market and Bavanggazo village, where locals raise bees and craft traditional gongs.

Combine visits to the Crocker Range Park and the Tambunan Rafflesia Center on this tour from Kota Kinabalu. The journey is made easy with round-trip transportation from your hotel; you can relax and enjoy the scenic drive through the park. Once there, learn about the local flora through insightful commentary and take the time to ask questions. A set-menu lunch ensures you won't go hungry during the tour.

The Chanteek Borneo Gallery is home to an exhibition of about 300 dolls of 48 ethnic costumes and its collection is constantly growing. Anne Antah, the owner, began making these dolls in 2011 as a hobby before opening the gallery once the number of her dolls became large enough. The gallery explains the history and culture of all the indigenous tribes of Sabah, told in an interesting way through these traditional costumes.

Mantanani Island lies off the beaten tracks of other mainstream tourism destinations. The journey to the island begins with a 2 hours drive to Kg Kuala Abai jetty in Kota Belud, followed by 30min speedboat ride - Visit the magical Mantanani Islands - One of the best scuba diving spots in the world - Discover beautiful coral reefs and search for wildlife - Dive into the crystal clear water and explore the unique marine life

Discover a landscape of steaming pools and high peaks on a full-day tour from Kota Kinabalu to Poring Hot Springs and Kinabalu National Park. Unlike tours with rigid, fixed itineraries, this trip combines the convenience of pre-booked transport with flexibility to enjoy the things that interest you most at each site, whether you’re soaking in a hot tub, walking the Treetop Canopy Walkway, or browsing the Mount Kinabalu Botanical Garden.

Kota Kinabalu is equal parts exciting and exhausting, so heading into the Bornean countryside can offer a welcome relief after a few days of bustling markets and streets. Recharge during your time in Kota Kinabalu and Sabah on this full day rafting excursion, operating on rapids that are suitable for beginner rafters. Rafting is a popular day trip from Kota Kinabalu, although many rafters spend a lot of their day hiring a car and picking up gear. Avoid that, and spend more time enjoying the Kedamaian River on this tour.

Explore a weekly, open-air market on a small-group trip to Tamu Kota Belud Sunday market from Kota Kinabalu that includes hotel pickup and drop-off. Join a bustling crowd of Sabah's fisherman, farmers, and horseman at the traditional market, while traders haggle for goods from around the region, and vendors hawk farm-fresh produce and snacks in bright displays.

Journey to the heights of the Crocker Range – the highest peaks in Sabah – and submerge into calming sulfuric baths at Poring Hot Springs. Marvel at majestic sights along the mountains, stroll through beautiful Poring Nature Reserve Park, and walk along the treetops of the rainforest canopy. - Spectacular biodiversity of flora & fauna in the rainforest - Impressive views from a 134-foot (41-m) canopy walk - Chance to take a dip at Poring Hot Springs & Nature Reserve - Serene natural surroundings of the countryside, hills & park - Views of highest peak in Malaysia at 13,435 feet (4,095 m)

Mingle with the Bidayuh people and discover lifestyles that are fast disappearing even in Borneo on this door-to-door Sarawak adventure. Spend the day at the Mongkos longhouse, not far from the Indonesian border. After a traditional dancing welcome, tour the farmlands, swim with empurau fish, enjoy a lunch cooked alfresco in natural “pots” (weather permitting), and savor the intimacy only an expert translator/guide can provide.

Experienced divers will enjoy several dives within the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park to witness Borneo's underwater world. Learn about the marine environment and its inhabitants from your guide throughout the tour by listening to guided commentary. Round-trip transportation makes for an easy door-to-door experience.

The hot springs of Poring are anything but boring—experience those and the natural wonders of Kinabalu National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a day trip from Kota Kinabalu. Round-trip transfers save you the hassle of public transport, while a private guide promises undivided attention throughout your experience.