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We had such a great time on this tour, and a big part of it was thanks to our tour guide, Kelvin! Kelvin was our driver, tour guide and also our photographer for the day. He was very knowledgeable and made the mangrove and fireflies tour really enjoyable. He introduced us to the different animals we saw, including the proboscis monkeys, and shared interesting facts about what they eat, their digestion and their behaviour. It was really interesting to learn about them along the way. He was also very entertaining and took great care of us throughout the whole trip. He definitely went above and beyond, especially when he took the time to help us take photos at the sunset spot. We really appreciated how attentive and thoughtful he was. Also, a big shoutout to his co-tour guide, Gary, who was equally helpful and made the experience even better. Thank you, Kelvin and Gary, for such a memorable day!

My family and a friend's family, totaling 4 adults and 4 children, signed up for this tour. We were picked up at our hotel at 7:30 AM, followed by a 2.5-hour drive to the Kinabalu Park viewing deck. Although there was traffic leaving downtown Kota Kinabalu towards Mount Kinabalu, the guide was very accommodating with bathroom breaks for the kids along the way. We took plenty of pictures at the viewing deck and then headed to the Desa Dairy Farm 🐮, making a pit stop at a local fruit shop just before arriving. Our tour guide, Jeff, introduced us to fruits we had never seen before, and we bought and tried a few of them 🥭. We were thrilled by fruits we had never heard of or seen, like apple jelly fruit, avocado cheese fruit, and snake fruit 😆. The avocado cheese fruit tasted and felt like sweet, steamed pumpkin, unlike any fruit we'd ever had! It was delicious 😋. From there, we headed to the Desa Farm. Located at an altitude of about 1,500 meters, it was pleasantly cool! It was clear with few clouds, and we managed to take many wonderful photos with the sharp ridges of Mount Kinabalu in the background. We even saw a sun halo ☀️! Jeff smoothly guided us through the highlights, like getting soft-serve ice cream and feeding the calves and goats. As a father of four, Jeff is also an expert on fun TikTok trends, and the kids had an absolute blast shooting fun, video-like clips with the family, leaving us all extremely satisfied 😁. Afterward, we had lunch at a nearby restaurant and headed off for Rafflesia viewing 🌺. We were worried whether we'd be able to see any since they only bloom for 5 to 7 days a year, but we actually got to see two blooming Rafflesia flowers ✌️. We also saw buds and withered ones, making it a unique experience you can only have on-site 👌. Nearby, there were cacao and durian trees! I had no idea durians grew on such tall trees 😳. By this time, it was a little past 3:00 PM. The kids were getting tired, so we decided it was time to head back, and we flexibly adjusted our itinerary to return home—especially since the morning traffic jam had been so long 💦. On the way back, Jeff pointed out a mysterious cloud hanging over the peak of Mount Kinabalu, telling us how rare it was 👌. The return trip was also a bit congested, but we managed to get back to the hotel around 7:00 PM. Our original return time was supposed to be 5:30 PM, but traffic and the summer vacation season made it busy. A helpful tip: it's a good idea to bring a bit of extra cash, as you'll need bug spray around the Rafflesia area, and some restaurants at lunch don't accept credit cards. Thank you, Jeff, for such a fun tour! Between the magnificent scenery and your entertaining guidance, we had an amazing time. Highly recommended 👌.

Pengalaman island hopping yang sangat menyenangkan dan nyaman. Perjalanan dengan perahu lancar dan berangin, cuaca sangat baik hari itu. Baik Pulau Sapi maupun Pulau Manukan memiliki pantai yang sangat indah. Pemandu wisata, Nanak, sangat ramah dan menjawab semua pertanyaan kami, juga membantu semua orang menjaga tas dan barang-barang mereka. Banana boat dan snorkeling wajib dicoba. Berhasil melihat beberapa spesies ikan, snorkeling terbatas pada area dekat pantai tetapi dapat melihat cukup banyak ikan. Matahari sangat terik jadi harus memakai tabir surya untuk mencegah kulit terbakar. Waktu juga cukup dan berakhir cukup awal pada jam 3 sore.

A very satisfying trip! I saw the Rafflesia as I wished, and the other activities were also good. Our guide, Calvin, was very kind and meticulously introduced the activities. He drove carefully, which made us feel very safe. I twisted my ankle and had a swollen bump that needed a doctor. He recommended and took me to a clinic, where I quickly saw a doctor and had an X-ray. The doctor confirmed I had no fracture, which put my mind at ease, and the cost was reasonable. Thanks again to Calvin for his help. This one-day tour had many activities, and the lunch was also good. I think the tour fee was reasonably priced.

Pengalaman yang luar biasa pergi ke Pulau Mataking dan Pom Pom. Tidak dapat singgah di Pulau Timba-Timba karena pembatasan pemerintah, namun kami singgah di suatu area untuk snorkeling. Pemandu sangat membantu mengambil foto untuk kami, kami melihat banyak penyu laut kemarin dan ikan tropis dengan terumbu karang yang indah. Juga sempat melihat ikan lepu. Kami mendapatkan pengalaman sekali seumur hidup yang luar biasa. Sangat merekomendasikan tur ini!

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.

In a group of about 20-30 people, only two of us were Japanese. Most of the participants were Chinese, and the tour was basically conducted in Chinese, but the guide explained things to us in English each time and always looked out for us. The journey to the island was a little over an hour by high-speed cruise ship. It was incredibly fast and quite bumpy! 😂 But the ship was so fast that we didn't even have time to get seasick, haha. Onboard, the guides played music and livened things up, making the travel time enjoyable. The facilities on the island were new and clean. Toilets, shower rooms, and even hair dryers were fully equipped, making our stay comfortable. Before snorkeling, there was a safety briefing, and for the two of us, a staff member provided one-on-one explanations, showing us precautions translated into Japanese. They also checked each time to ensure we understood everything, and I felt that their attention to safety was very thorough. For snorkeling, we took a boat to two different spots. The sea was truly beautiful and wonderful! 🐠 The guide constantly checked on us, ensuring our safety while also making sure we had fun. After returning to the island, a luxurious meal of crab, shrimp, and other dishes was prepared, and we could enjoy drinks freely 🦀🦐 Afterward, we had free time. We relaxed under a parasol on the beach. When it was time, we boarded that super-fast cruise ship again for the return journey. Since it was an early morning tour, we were quite tired by the time we headed back, but it was a fulfilling day nonetheless. My only regret is that I forgot to give a tip to the guide who took such good care of us when we left. They were so kind to us until the very end. Since about 90% of the participants are Chinese, Japanese participants might initially feel a little uneasy if they join alone. However, there were many guides and staff members who paid very close attention to us Japanese participants, so in the end, we had a wonderful time without any worries. The sea was beautiful, snorkeling was fun, and the food was luxurious. Above all, the warm support from all the staff left a lasting impression. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who might be hesitant because of the small number of Japanese participants! 🌴🐠✨

My friends and I thoroughly enjoyed this day trip; we had a fantastic time! Our guide, Xiao Yang, was incredibly knowledgeable, not only about the plants and insects along the way but also sharing a lot of local culture and history. So, this trip allowed us to appreciate beautiful scenery, learn a great deal, and even discover some recommended local delicacies. We felt very satisfied 🥳 Xiao Yang also adjusted the itinerary based on weather changes, making each attraction more enjoyable. We are truly grateful 😊 Highly recommend!

Sehr schöne Tour, wir haben viele Kühe auf der Desa-Rinderfarm gesehen und es gab einen kostenlosen kleinen Milchkarton dazu. Wir hatten ein herzhaftes Essen und hatten das Glück, die Rafflesia und verschiedene seltene Orchideenarten in voller Blüte zu sehen. Von der Bergspitze aus gab es viele schöne Landschaften zu bewundern. Der Reiseleiter Michael ist auch sehr sachkundig und leidenschaftlich, was die verschiedenen Pflanzenarten auf dem Berg, insbesondere die Orchideen, angeht. Ein guter und entspannender Tagesausflug, da der Bus vom Hotel abholt und in die Stadt zurückfährt.