Things to do in Sabah, Malaysia: The Best City Tours

February 6, 2022 Tynisha Seiler

Sabah (Malay pronunciation: [saˈbah]) is a state of Malaysia located on the northern portion of Borneo Island. Sabah has land borders with the Malaysian state of Sarawak to the southwest, and Indonesia's Kalimantan region to the south. The Federal Territory of Labuan is an island just off the Sabah coast. Sabah shares maritime borders with Vietnam in the west and the Philippines to the north and east. Kota Kinabalu is the capital city, the economic centre of the state and the seat of the Sabah state government. Other major towns in Sabah include Sandakan and Tawau. As of the 2015 census in Malaysia, the state's population is 3,543,500. Sabah has an equatorial climate with tropical rainforests and abundant animal and plant species. The state has long mountain ranges on the west side which form part of the Crocker Range National Park. Kinabatangan River, second longest river in Malaysia runs through Sabah and Mount Kinabalu is the highest point of Sabah as well as of Malaysia.
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1. Half-Day, Small-Group Kota Kinabalu City Tour ( min 4 pax )

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Discover the highlights of Kota Kinabalu, the capital of Malaysian Borneo's Sabah state, on this 3-hour, small-group tour by air-conditioned vehicle. Visit the University of Malaysia, the Sabah State Museum Complex, and City Mosque, capture a city panorama from Signal Hill, and shop for souvenirs at a local handicraft store.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Driver/guide

Exclusions: International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu - select pickup/drop of outskirt

Reviewed By Johnsupport1969

This was part of an organised trip. If you can only park near the gate it is a 1.5km walk. The rangers call the orangatan after 9 so you can see them feeding at 10. We where very lucky to see one, however it is pot luck. Also if they spot one you need to move to the place quickly. It is not for the infirm or probables with walking. I would also recommend mosquito replant and long trousers with trainers. They are leeches and ticks in certain areas. It is worth the trip.

2. Kota Kinabalu Half-Day City Tour

Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia Asni Tours & Travels
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Kota Kinabalu City is the gateway to the Land Below the Wind. It is the state capital for Sabah. Depart from the city hotel and proceed with a guided tour around the city area. It is the state capital of Sabah. At 0900 hrs or 1400, pick up at the hotel and proceed with a guided tour around the city tour. Take a bird's eye view of the city from Signal Hill. Shop at Filipino Market where there are a variety of handicrafts sold. Visit Tun Mustapha Building with its 32 Storey Building with its column of free floors. Visit Poh Toh Tse Buddhist Temple and drive through residential estates. Unravel Sabah's heritage at the State Mosque. Learn more about the rich heritage of Sabah at the State Museum.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (KK City Hotels Only), English Speaking Guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, 1 Borneo Hotels & Outskirt Hotels Pick up & drop-off additional charges applied. USD 9 per person

Reviewed By FionPoh

Very fun ride. We got the 2 rides pass and it was a thrilling experience. We'll love to come back to do more rides.........

3. Crocodile Farm, Rungus Longhouse & Tuaran Temple from Kota Kinabalu

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The journey will take about 45 minutes drive to the opened-air market at Tuaran Town & suspension bridge, Chinese Temple. After you have your simple lunch, continue tour to Tuaran Crocodile Farm. Upon arrival, see the variety of crocodile species about 1,000 live ones. Variety species of birds & other exotic animals are on display at the farm. Later, enter to the Rungus Longhouse to witness the local cultural dance show. Yu huang temple is a Chinese temple that located near the Tuaran town. This is one of the beautiful places that can be your choice when you visiting Tuaran town. It is decorated with Chinese traditional and historical. When you come to visit Sabah, you should not missed this opportunity to visit Tuaran and climb up this pagoda, if you missed this chance you will not able to snap down the enchanting view of Tuaran town.Thereafter, transfer back to the hotel.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (Kota Kinabalu City Hotels), English Speaking Guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, 1 Borneo Hotels & Outskirt Hotels Pick up & drop-off additional charges applied, USD 9 per person

Reviewed By FionPoh

Very fun ride. We got the 2 rides pass and it was a thrilling experience. We'll love to come back to do more rides.........

4. Sepilok Orang Utan, Sun Bear and Sandakan City Tour

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Visit endangered orangutans in their natural habitat and discover the rehabilitation work accomplished at Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre. Take a leisure walk to the Sun Bear Conservation Centre. Then visit the city of Sandakan’s main attractions, including serene temples, lively markets, and museums. - Encounter with orang utans in their natural habitat - Educational tour at Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre - See the world’s smallest bear in its natural environment. - Comprehensive Sandakan city tour - Natural & panoramic drive across Sandakan's landscape

Inclusions: Pick-up and drop-off from Sandakan City Hotels or Airport, Air-conditioned vehicle, Tour with English speaking guide, Lunch

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Return Airfare (BKI/SDK/BKI)

Reviewed By FionPoh

Very fun ride. We got the 2 rides pass and it was a thrilling experience. We'll love to come back to do more rides.........

5. Sepilok Orang Utan & Bornean Sun Bear Centre with Sandakan City Tour with Lunch

Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sandakan, Sabah.\\, Sabah Wildlife Department, W.D.T. 200, Sandakan, Jalan Sepilok, Sepilok, 90000 Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia Tour East Day Tours
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This is the world's largest sanctuary for orphaned or captured young orangutans and where they are slowly reintegrated back into the wild. You have the opportunity to witness the animals at feeding time in their natural habitat and enjoy watching their antics. Its onward then to see the Malayan sun bears, the smallest bears in the world which are only found in Southeast Asia. These bears continue to be threatened by forest degradation, illegal hunting for bear parts and poaching to obtain young cubs for pet trade.

Inclusions: Meet and Greet, Lunch at local restaurant, Transfers and Sightseeing as per itinerary, Entrance fees where stated, Sales and service tax

Exclusions: All air fares, travel insurance etc, Camera, Video Cam fee charged by National Parks or Parks, Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, Juices or any drinks that required payment during meals, Gratuity to Guide/driver

Reviewed By andrewspiers

We came to the Proboscis Monkey Centre in time for the feeding, whilst there were no Proboscis around, there were a troupe of sleepy Silver Monkeys around the platforms. The guides placed some bits of food on to the feeding platforms and made some monkey calls and eventually they came, we could see them coming through the trees, the young came out first then some of the older females followed by the big male. It was interesting to witness the hierarchy within the troupe.

6. 4 Hours Kota Kinabalu City Tour

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Traveler will with local driver who experience with the places traveler will visit. Here places traveler will visit : 1. Signall Hill 2. Tower Yayasan Sabah (photo stop) 3. Floating Mosque 4. Gaya Street 5. Chocolate Gallery 6. Filipino Market (sourvenir)

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: All Fees and Taxes

Reviewed By 200220101977

A very friendly and helpful person. Looking forward for a next time. The tour guide was very punctual. He can speak English and understands English very well. He knows the good places to take..

7. Full-Day Sepilok Orangutan and Sandakan City Trail from Kota Kinabalu

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See orangutans in the rainforest at the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. This unique wildlife sanctuary specializes in caring for baby orphan orangutans and teaches them the survival skills they would have learned from their mothers under normal conditions. The young orangutans are not kept in captivity, but rather come and go as they please while adjusting to their natural habitat. Lunch and a city tour of Sandakan are included.

Inclusions: Lunch, Driver/guide, Hotel/airport pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Airfares/flights

Reviewed By Johnsupport1969

This was part of an organised trip. If you can only park near the gate it is a 1.5km walk. The rangers call the orangatan after 9 so you can see them feeding at 10. We where very lucky to see one, however it is pot luck. Also if they spot one you need to move to the place quickly. It is not for the infirm or probables with walking. I would also recommend mosquito replant and long trousers with trainers. They are leeches and ticks in certain areas. It is worth the trip.

8. Kudat Peninsula Day Trip to Tip of Borneo from Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu District, West Coast Division, Sabah Asian Overland Services Tours & Travel Sdn. Bhd
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Drive to the northernmost tip of Borneo on this full-day coach tour with a knowledgeable guide. Stop to observe local life in the small town of Kota Belud and learn about the lifestyle of the Bajau people before a visit to a Rungus longhouse in Kampung Gombizau, where you’ll enjoy a traditional lunch. Your day trip along the Kudat Peninsula finishes at Tanjung Simpang Mengayau, aka the Tip of Borneo — a dramatic headland with sweeping views over the South China Sea.

Inclusions: Professional English-speaking guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Lunch

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviewed By OYK0902

Got a lot of water activity can play at there. There also got animal park. Is very fun when play at ther and very happy.

9. Kota Kinabalu by Night with Dinner

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Your tour begins at dusk with a bargain hunt at the colourful night market, where trinkets and souvenirs galore await. Then watch the city nightlife unfold before you, in all its glittering splendour, from a vantage view point at Signal Hill's observation deck. Next, enjoy a sumptuous Malaysian dinner enhanced by a lively cultural performance of Sabah dances. On a final note, spend the rest of the evening at your own leisure painting the town red at any of the city's popular night spots.

Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop off, English speaking guide, Dinner

Exclusions: Gratuities, Surcharge imposed pick up from Shangri-la Rasa Ria, Nexus Resort, Beringgis Resort, etc

Reviewed By Heyuzu

Kota Kinabalu is the largest city for state Sabah.The residents with different races and cultural ie ,Malays,Chinese,Kadazan,Sulu,Indian and others. Visitors who like an shopping,Center Point Sabah mall is encouraged.For those who want to take beautiful photos just walk along the seaside nearby.

10. Kota Kinabalu Cultural Night Tour with Dinner & Traditional Dance Show

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See Kota Kinabalu’s lively nightlife unfold before your eyes as the sun sets on the South China Sea. Stroll through the bustling night market, admire a beautiful sunset from splendid Signal Hill, and indulge in a fresh seafood dinner as locals perform traditional dances to authentic Malaysian songs. - Kota Kinabalu's thriving nightlife & city lights - Bargain-hunting & street eats at the bustling night market - Signal Hill—wondrous cityscape & ocean views - Spirited performance of traditional Sabah dance - Delicious & freshly prepared seafood dinner

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (Kota Kinabalu City Hotels), English Speaking Guide, Dinner, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, 1 Borneo Hotels & Outskirt Hotels Pick up & drop-off additional charges applied, USD 9 per person

Reviewed By FionPoh

Very fun ride. We got the 2 rides pass and it was a thrilling experience. We'll love to come back to do more rides.........

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