Time zone
GMT +08:00
No time difference
Official languages
Malay
Best time to visit
MAR - MAY
Dry season offers clear skies and excellent wildlife viewing.
Recommended trip duration
2 days
Top things to do in Kota Belud
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Mount Kinabalu & Desa Farm Full-Day Tour
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Private tour
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€ 34.95
Mantanani Island Snorkeling or Diving Optional Mangrove River Cruise
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Morning departure
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€ 63.39
The Best of Kundasang in Sabah
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€ 62.35
Kota Kinabalu Kinabalu Park & Poring Hot Spring Full-Day Tour
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€ 49.45
Mantanani Island Snorkeling Day Tour with Transfers in Sabah
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€ 54.29
Kota Kinabalu Kinabalu Park Full-Day Private Mountain Tour
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Private tour
Private group
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€ 91.35
Nanamun Kawa River Wildlife & Sunset Fireflies Cruise
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Afternoon departure
3-5 hrs
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€ 34.19
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Kota Kinabalu Desa Cattle Farm Full-Day Small Group Tour
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Kawa Kawa Nanamun Mangrove Sunset & Fireflies River Cruise
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Morning departure
7+ hrs
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€ 39.80
White Water Rafting Adventure in Kadamaian River
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5-7 hrs
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€ 29.70
Kinabalu Park & Poring Hot Spring Day Tour in Sabah
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7+ hrs
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€ 58.05
Borneo Kawa Mangrove Wildlife Cruise & Fireflies Spectacle
Afternoon departure
7+ hrs
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€ 38.69
Hotels in Kota Belud
Sutera @ Mantanani Island Resort & SPA
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€ 129.18
JSK Mantanani Island Resorts
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€ 259.32
Cabana Retreat - Glamping
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€ 40.27
The Bay Edge Resort Kota Belud
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€ 82.37
€ 85.04
TD Lodge Kota Belud
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€ 17.29
Cabana Retreat - Glamping
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€ 50.08
€ 50.58
The Beachaven Chalets Kota Belud
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€ 67.02
Hotel O Dh Residence
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€ 30.66
Reviews of Kota Belud activities
Allaine ******
2026-03-05 22:51:43
Our Tour Guide Jerry was punctual with good vibes throughout our tour. Although I'm the only one who speaks English and most of the joiners were Chinese, he also explained in English so that I will be able to understand and makes sure that all is good. I had a so much fun and enjoyed the tour. He's also willing to take a picture and video on you. So going as solo joiner would not be difficulty ❤️ Highly recommended for Tourguide Jerry's service! Thank you.
Lyko ************
2026-04-01 09:00:46
Ian, our tour guide, was very informative, cool and accommodating. He always makes sure you are not felt alone in the group. He’ll make you feel you are belong. He constantly giving us the history of the place. This tour is a MUST be on your list tour. Getting away from the city and feeling the cool weather. The Mount Kota was breathtaking. The hanging bridge was great and also the Desa Dairy Farm. We wanted to take the cafe in Desa Farm but we didn’t have much time.
Klook会員
2026-05-04 10:59:30
This tour allowed us to fully enjoy the nature around Mount Kinabalu. We were worried about seeing a Rafflesia, but fortunately, during the tour, we received information that there were two Rafflesia flowers blooming, and our guide took us to see them. We were able to see both beautifully bloomed flowers and those that were starting to wither, and we learned a lot about their growth process. After lunch, I felt unwell, possibly due to heatstroke, and couldn't participate in the afternoon activities, but the guide and driver kindly let me rest in the car. Thank you very much.
Ferlynna *********
2026-05-04 12:18:42
Really great experience with Mr Jeff. Everything was smooth and easy from start to finish. Being on a private tour already made a big difference, but riding in his 4x4 was a nice bonus especially on the uneven roads.
He’s friendly, easy to talk to, and knows his stuff. He shared about the local culture and history, which made the trip more interesting. We also had some good chats about world politics and current events, which made the whole experience feel more personal.
The pace was comfortable, not rushed at all, and we had enough time to enjoy each stop properly. Overall, a very pleasant and well-run tour. Would definitely recommend Mr Jeff. Thank you!!!
Lai ********
2026-04-20 08:05:27
The planned trip was good with the right places to visit. it was relaxing and the journey was enjoyable. our guide Alvin is knowledge, patience and friendly. we had an additional experience during the trip.
Wong ****
2026-06-16 14:52:59
Five-star experience! Five-star trip! A perfect journey!
Our tour guide, Sue, contacted us via WhatsApp the night before and was incredibly patient in answering all our questions. She also helped us take photos throughout the trip without any hesitation. Some of our group members had very high expectations for photography, and Sue was surprisingly patient in helping them get their shots.
It's worth noting that our group was a combination of several smaller groups, but all the guides knew each other, so they were great at creating a lively atmosphere. One guide constantly played music through a loudspeaker, which really boosted the mood, and they even matched the theme – for example, playing Jay Chou's "Rice Field" when we were watching fireflies! Truly professional!
Be aware that the local mosquitoes are very aggressive and aren't deterred by mosquito repellent, so that's something to keep in mind.
The sunset there is stunning! We had plenty of time for free activities and taking photos. My first snorkeling experience was also amazing. The only downside was that some people in our group might have been afraid of water, so we had to accommodate them and couldn't visit more spots. We ended up staying at one spot for about an hour.
You can rent a locker on the island for HKD $60, but you honestly don't need to; no one is going to steal your belongings on a deserted island...
Watching the fireflies is an absolutely unforgettable experience! Photos can't capture the awe-inspiring sight; you'll understand once you go!
P.S. The meeting time that day was 7 AM! So it was a very early start, but totally worth it.
Lu ******
2026-02-11 05:19:58
The tour guide was fantastic! Because there wasn't much rain, it wasn't as thrilling, but the guide arranged for us to raft, try diving, and play skipping stones. The entire itinerary was very meticulous, the communication was excellent, and it was well worth participating!
Klook会員
2026-06-18 22:29:05
We participated in the company trip with 8 people. We were the only Japanese, and most of the other tourists on Mantanani Island were Chinese. Our guide, Xiao Zhong, was particularly excellent. We were initially concerned because the tour was primarily in Chinese and English, but he used a translation device to explain everything to us. The snorkeling, proboscis monkeys, and fireflies were wonderful. Although we had to wait for over 30 minutes due to a sudden downpour, it was an amazing experience overall.
Irene ****
2026-02-21 23:45:19
Steve is such a great guide where he explained everything in detailed. However, for the dinner food maybe can improve on that part. Overall, the trip is nice and we all had fun.
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