Tours & Activities in Kota Kinabalu

Explore Borneo's indigenous cultures on private trip from Kota Kinabalu to Mari Mari Cultural Village, which features traditional houses, crafts, and bushcraft recreated by members of each tribe in Sabah

Discover the wonders of Bongawan Wetland on an intimate river cruise. Spot the endangered Proboscis Monkey (exclusive to Borneo) and marvel at enchanting fireflies.

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 underwater experience memorable for all the right reasons. Spend a day exploring the amazing underwater life of Borneo in the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park here in Kota Kinabalu.

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Discover works of architectural art like the Wisma Tun Mustapha and the State Mosque, explore Sabah Museum and discover historical and cultural aspects of indigenous people and visit the University of Sabah to learn about this important educational facility.

Enjoy relaxation on the beach, thrilling water activities, or simply a day immersed in nature's wonders. Explore the beauty of Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park on an island-hopping adventure.

1. Go Aquatic is a PADI 5 Star Dive Center. We focus on giving helpful service, help new diver to learn basic scuba diving skills and teach them how to be better during their diving. 2. We receive PADI Professional Image Evaluation certificate on March 2019, as our achievements has meet PADI's requirement as dive center run padi professional PADI scuba instructors. 3. Learn scuba diving in small group. 1 scuba instructor will teach maximum 4 participants in a group. 4. We use original PADI manual book, original PADI theory DVD and all our instructors hold professional teaching license as PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor. 5. Our dive center location is close to the jetty, about 2-4 minutes walk. We also close to ATM machines for you to withdraw money, restaurants, hotels, banks, pharmacy, backpackers and tourists information center. 6. Our team speaks in English, Chinese and Malay. 7. All our PADI scuba instructors works full time as scuba diving coach

Discover the Bornean wildlife, enjoy a cruise at Klias River and admire the glimmering fireflies in the evening light.

Discover the beauty of Kundasang in just 12 hours; immerse yourself in the charm of "Little New Zealand" in Sabah. From cuddling with farm animals to capturing the essence of Mount Kinabalu.

Summiting 13,435-foot (4,095-meter) Mount Kinabalu, the peak that adorns Sabah’s state flag, is a Borneo must-do for many. To make the summit, you need to reserve your mountain guesthouse well ahead of time. Rather than piece the trip together independently, take it easy with this convenient 3-days package that includes climbing permit, guide, meals, and round-trip transfers.

Book your Tamau mangrove wildlife tour and cruise the Tempasuk and Nanamun rivers in search of proboscis monkeys and fireflies. Enjoy a sunset with fantastic views, too.

Snorkel the tropical waters of Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park near Kota Kinabalu and see a host of colorful reef fish and coral gardens. Chill out on sandy beaches, and relax over a full a la carte lunch at an island café.

This e-foil experience is Malaysia's first and only e-foil experience. Couple that with the infamous sunset at Tanjung Aru Becah and you have one of the world's most unique and exciting activities on water.

Discover the islands of Kota Kinabalu on a full-day island hopping tour. Spend the day at leisure for swimming or snorkeling in the clear waters and discover the coral life that surrounds the islands.

Take a private peek into the cultural melting pot of the indigenous people of Sabah. Glimpse into the traditions and cultures of 5 ethnic tribes of hunters, fishermen, farmers, cowboys, and revered head hunters in one village. Mari-mari Cultural Village is combination of five ethnics such as Dusun, Rungus, Murut, Bajau and Lundayeh - Private discovery of 5 indigenous tribes & cultures - Participation in traditional activities & dances - Exposure to the ancestral histories behind each tribe - Observation of native rituals & their significance - Captivating cultural dance performance & traditional music

Taking in the panoramic views of Mount Kinabalu through the park's impressive botanical gardens, or enjoying a refreshing dip in the hot springs, this day trip is packed with memorable experiences.

Located in Tamparuli about an hour’s drive from Kota Kinabalu City, the beautiful St. Veronica’s Hill towers over the rustic Tamparuli town and surrounding villages at 278 meters above sea level.  The locals of Sabah call it Bukit Perahu, which means “Hill Boat” in Malay, because of an inverted boat-shaped rock that sits near the summit’s clearing. St. Veronica’s Hill offers a leisure trek up to the peak on a rocky terrain.   While the majority of the trail leads through trees and bushes, occasional shrub openings towards the top afford a splendid bird’s eye view.    In the early morning, a sunrise hike will be rewarded with a spectacular view of Mount Kinabalu overlooking the misty low lands - giving you a true “Top of the World” experience! A combination of scenic views, exercise, and a little bit of mystery thrown together, this hill catches the fancy of both hiking enthusiasts and leisure explorers alike.

Indulge yourself into a nostalgic Journey with a hybrid steam-diesel train offers a delightful blend of history and culture, making it a memorable way to explore the enchanting landscapes of Sabah

Summiting 13,435-foot (4,095-meter) Mount Kinabalu, the peak that adorns Sabah’s state flag, is a Borneo must-do for many. To make the summit, you need to reserve your mountain guesthouse well ahead of time. Rather than piece the trip together independently, take it easy with this convenient 2-days package that includes a night at Laban Rata Resthouse, a climbing permit, guide, meals, and round-trip transfers

Enjoy a private day trip to Kundasang from Kota Kinabalu and soak in the Poring Hot Springs. Enjoy an exhilarating canopy walk and explore Kinabalu Park's Botanical Garden and Silau-Silau trails.

Learn about traditional Sabahan life and the daily routines of Borneo’s ethnic groups at the Mari Mari Cultural Village. Watch a variety of demonstrations including blowpipe making, fire starting, and tattooing. Eat Sabahan delicacies during a buffet lunch and enjoy some wine tasting. You're accompanied by your guide to this open-air museum, with hotel transport by minivan from Kota Kinabalu. Choose from Tour Option   09:00 am / 1:00 pm / 5:00 pm.

Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Borneo as you explore authentic longhouses, witness lively cultural performances, and participate in hands-on activities.

Save a date to meet our wild man in Sepilok Sandakan, which is the second largest city in Borneo after Kota Kinabalu. Get a chance to look up closer their natural habitat. Upon your arrival at Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre, you will watch the 25 minutes schedule video documentary show. A boardwalk which leads you to a viewing gallery and feeding platform where the apes are fed milk and bananas twice a day at 10am by the rangers. You will visit Central Market, Sim-Sim Water Village, Puh Jih Syh Buddhist Temple after you taken your lunch at local’s restaurant.

Discover the natural wonders of Kundasang with our exclusive Kundasang Day Tour Nature.

The Borneo cultural village is located in a tropical orchard, offers an immersive experience where can learn about local tropical fruit plants, explore the diverse cultures of Sabah multiethnic population ,participate in activities and create unforgettable memories altogether!

Take a personal day excursion to Kundasang from Kota Kinabalu and relax at Poring Hot Spring. Experience an exciting canopy walk and enjoy foot massage. Visit to a Desa Dairy Farm is a must visit.

Mount Trusmadi is a great alternative to Mount Kinabalu. The climb is even tougher and more challenging than Mount Kinabalu. Imagine a hike surrounded with pristine jungle and nature, cool mountain air and away from the crowds, that feels like you have a private camp all to yourself. Mount Trusmadi is strenuous, so do expect to get really mud dirty during the rainy season.

Discover the captivating traditions and customs of North East Borneo's 5 main tribes, and uncover the rich heritage of Sabah's cultural tapestry at Mari Mari Cultural Village.

Kota Kinabalu, the gateway to the rest of Sabah, is also the state capital. It has a population of approximately 300,000 and is usually called 'KK' for short. On this tour you will view the Puh Toh Tze (Chinese Buddhist temple) with a huge status of Kuan Yin (her goddess of mercy), Atkinson Clock Tower (one of the most enduring landmarks stands prominently on a bluff along Signal Hill), photo stop at City Mosque, shopping at Cocoa Boutique where you can find our local chocolate and enjoy some leisure time mingling with the local people at the (Filipino Market) Handicraft market before proceed back to hotel.

Experience Sabah’s tribal life by visiting Mari Mari Cultural Village. Explore traditional homes, enjoy different traditional local dishes, learn skills like hunting, and enjoy cultural performances.