What to do in Sabah

Activities, attractions and tours

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A coastal resort with a clear blue sea, palm trees, and a small island in the distance.
A lush garden with a pond, palm trees, and a swing set.
A coastal town with a marina, boats, and a beach.
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Activities

Rumah Terbalik The Upside Down House of Borneo Ticket in Sabah

Rumah Terbalik The Upside Down House of Borneo Ticket in Sabah

NZ$4
per child
Rumah Terbalik The Upside Down House of Borneo Ticket in Sabah
Kota Kinabalu: 5-in-1 Kinabalu View, Fire Show, Blue Tear

Kota Kinabalu: 5-in-1 Kinabalu View, Fire Show, Blue Tear

NZ$98
per adult
Kota Kinabalu: 5-in-1 Kinabalu View, Fire Show, Blue Tear
Full-Day Sepilok Orangutan and Proboscis Monkey from Sandakan or Kota Kinabalu

Full-Day Sepilok Orangutan and Proboscis Monkey from Sandakan or Kota Kinabalu

NZ$325
per adult
Full-Day Sepilok Orangutan and Proboscis Monkey from Sandakan or Kota Kinabalu
Sky-Mirror Photographing and Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies Watching River-Cruise

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

NZ$80
per adult
Sky-Mirror Photographing and Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies Watching River-Cruise
Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan

Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan

NZ$107
per adult
Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan
Sabah MALI-MALI GARDEN SPA Massage Experience

Sabah MALI-MALI GARDEN SPA Massage Experience

NZ$39
per traveller
Sabah MALI-MALI GARDEN SPA Massage Experience
Kota Kinabalu City Tour Cultural & Heritage Tour with Lunch

Kota Kinabalu City Tour Cultural & Heritage Tour with Lunch

NZ$106
per adult
Kota Kinabalu City Tour Cultural & Heritage Tour with Lunch
Monsopiad Cultural Village

Monsopiad Cultural Village Visit with Private Transfer from Kota Kinabalu

NZ$86
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monsopiad Cultural Village Visit with Private Transfer from Kota Kinabalu
RAID Try-Dive in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

RAID Try-Dive in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

NZ$194
per adult
RAID Try-Dive in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
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What to do in Sabah

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A coastal village with boats docked along the shore, surrounded by lush greenery and clear blue waters.
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Mabul Island

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Dive among shallow reefs and coral gardens and stretch out under the shade of coconut palms at this Malaysian island paradise.
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A mosque with a large dome and minarets, reflecting in a calm body of water.
Photo by Aileen Adalid
Open Photo by Aileen Adalid

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

A noteworthy feature of Downtown Kota Kinabalu is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market.

A sunset over a calm sea with palm trees and a small island in the distance.
Photo by Mango Yip
Open Photo by Mango Yip

Tanjung Aru

Beaches and abundant dining options are well-reviewed features of Tanjung Aru. Make a stop by top sights like Tanjung Aru Perdana Park while you're exploring the area.

A mosque with a large dome and three minarets by a body of water.
Photo by Michaela Prades
Open Photo by Michaela Prades

Kampung Air

Unique features of Kampung Air include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Kompleks Asia City or Sedco Square while you're exploring the area.

A coastal city with a marina, boats, and a large hotel.

Karambunai

Karambunai is popular for its pristine beaches, and you might make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai, a top place to visit in the area.

Alamesra

While Alamesra may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like 1Borneo Hypermall and Likas Stadium.

 

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Day trip destinations from Sabah

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Kota Kinabalu

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Kudat

A coastal promenade with a beach, ocean, and buildings in the background.

Labuan

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Lahad Datu

A coastal city with a marina, buildings, and a well-maintained park.

Sandakan

A lush green rice paddy with a narrow water channel, surrounded by trees and houses in the background.

Keningau

An aerial view of a tropical island with clear turquoise waters, dense greenery, and several buildings with red roofs.

Papar

An aerial view of a coastal forested area with a clear waterway and a distant island.

Gaya Island

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