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Bongawan River Cruise: Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies Mangrove
Activity duration is 8 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 53 reviews
Free cancellation available
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Kota Kinabalu: Sapi & Manukan Island Snorkelling with Lunch
Activity duration is 7 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 65 reviews
Free cancellation available
Private & custom tours
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Tip Of Borneo With Kudat Rungus Long House Tour
Activity duration is 8 hours
Free cancellation available
Shows & concerts
See all 9 activitiesBongawan River Cruise: Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies Mangrove
Activity duration is 8 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 53 reviews
Free cancellation available
Classes & workshops
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Zen & Splash: Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP) Yoga in Tanjung Aru
Activity duration is 45 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
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Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market.
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Open Photo by Mango Yip
Tanjung Aru
Pristine beaches and ample 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.
Karambunai
Visitors highly recommend Karambunai for its beaches, and you can make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai while you're in town.
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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.
Alamesra
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Alamesra and surrounding area, you can visit 1Borneo Hypermall and Likas Stadium.
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