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Borneo Wildlife Tour 3 Days 2 Nights At Tanjung Bulat Jungle Camp Kinabatangan
Tanjung Bulat Jungle Camp is far unique from other lodges in kinabatangan is because this jungle camp is totally own and operated by the local people come from the river people tribe. Coming to TBJC means supporting the local community product as well. Beside that TBJC also situated in a very isolated place in Kinabatangan river compare to other lodges, for example, if you go to the other part of kinabatanga river lodges, 1 monkey will be 10-15 boat watching, but in TBJC, 1 monkey only 1 boat, which is US. We also implement NO MASS TOURIST policy in our jungle camp, which means, in a moment we only allowed 12 traveler maximum to come to our simple and basic jungle camp yet special. This is because we want to give such an authentic privilege for our clients. We also, implement our conservation project called rainforest carbon offset project (tree planting), some of your money we get, we will invest it back to environment by buying tropical seedlings from the local community.
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$160.97
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$160.97
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excellent! we arrived soaking wet from pouring rain and everything we owned was wet as well. BUT the crew were exceptionally wonderful. over the many cruises and jungle walks we saw many birds and wildlife and 3 Orang Utan sightings. what a wonderful experience
christineazeez, Jan 202047 Sabah Water Tours | All Sabah Tours
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Kinabatangan River Cruise
Rather than hacking through the jungle, the best way to see Borneo’s rich wildlife is on a river cruise. On this 2-night experience, base yourself out of the Nature Lodge Kinabatangan, and enjoy four separate cruises plus night and dawn walking safaris. Expect to see macaques, proboscis monkeys, a wealth of birds, and maybe even a wild orangutan or pygmy elephant. Tour includes transfers and most meals.
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$138.00
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$138.00
Kinabatangan River Wildlife Adventure and Stay at an Eco-lodge
Take an unforgettable 3 day, 2 night wildlife adventure on the Kinabatangan River and enjoy the peaceful serenity of our off the beaten path eco-lodge. Spot orangutans, crocodiles, proboscis monkeys, hornbills, and more as you follow our expert guides on river cruises away from the crowds. Relax in our sustainably operated eco-lodge.
Don’t miss out on this Kinabatangan River adventure that takes you to a less visited part of the river. Rest easy knowing you’ve chosen a tour dedicated to environmentally friendly operations.
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$170.00
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$170.00
Island Hopping
Relax on some of the idyllic islands of the coast of Kota Kinabalu without stressing about the cost of a private charter on this small-group excursion. Catch a speedboat from Kota Kinabalu and zip around the South China Sea to beaches on nearby Sapi Island and Manukan Island. Swim and snorkel around the coral reefs, sunbathe on the shore or explore the coastal forests of Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park, a nature preserve on Manukan.
Snorkel equipment provided free of charge so you can jump straight into the water
Find out about other activities on these picturesque islands from your guide
Really relax in Sapi with a complimentary buffet lunch on the beach
Get to and from Kota Kinabalu jetty with round-trip transfers from your hotel
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$58.98
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$58.98
Dinawan Private Island Hopping by Speedboat from Kota Kinabalu Include Lunch
Take the short speedboat trip to Dinawanal Island and enjoy great relaxing, swimming and snorkeling. The island offer picturesque beaches and turquoise waters with colorful marine life and corals.Go snorkeling and walk on the white-sand beach during this relaxing day out that includes all transportation, use of snorkel equipment, seafood lunch and snacks, and hotel pickup and drop-off.
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$76.93
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$76.93
Borneo Wildlife Tour 2 Days 1 Night At Tanjung Bulat Jungle Camp Kinabatangan
Tanjung Bulat Jungle Camp is far unique from other lodges in kinabatangan is because this jungle camp is totally own and operated by the local people come from the river people tribe. Coming to TBJC means supporting the local community product as well. Beside that TBJC also situated in a very isolated place in Kinabatangan river compare to other lodges, for example, if you go to the other part of kinabatanga river lodges, 1 monkey will be 10-15 boat watching, but in TBJC, 1 monkey only 1 boat, which is US. We also implement NO MASS TOURIST policy in our jungle camp, which means, in a moment we only allowed 12 traveler maximum to come to our simple and basic jungle camp yet special. This is because we want to give such an authentic privilege for our clients. We also, implement our conservation project called rainforest carbon offset project (tree planting), some of your money we get, we will invest it back to environment by buying tropical seedlings from the local community.
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$108.98
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$108.98
Weston Fireflies River Cruise from Kota Kinabalu City
Watch for Borneo's extraordinary wildlife on a jungle river cruise and firefly experience from Kota Kinabalu that includes a Malay dinner at a local restaurant. You'll cruise in the late afternoon, the perfect time to spot primates, crocodiles, and birds, then head out after dinner to see fireflies illuminate the river banks in a sparkling display. With pickup and drop-off at hotels in Kota Kinabalu, this Borneo river cruise is a great introduction to the jungled interior of Sabah.
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$75.00
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$75.00
Klias River Safari from Kota Kinabalu
Spot wildlife and fireflies on the banks of the Klias River on river cruise from Kota Kinabalu that goes deep into the protected Klias Wetland. The afternoon departure time ensures that you’ll arrive at the river as animals become most active, you’ll see a spectacular natural show when thousands of fireflies come out after sunset, and the night concludes with a traditional kampong-style dinner.
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$71.80
Price varies by group size
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$71.80
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park 2 Islands Hopping Tour from Kota Kinabalu
Escape the city and journey to the paradise islands off the coast of Kota Kinabalu on a hassle-free day trip to Manukan Island. Let a guide take care of transfers, entrance fees, and activities as you sit back, relax, and enjoy the white sands and crystal-clear waters of the island. You'll have chance to snorkel and hike in the jungle, and benefit from the in-depth knowledge of a guide.
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$75.65
Price varies by group size
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$75.65
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park PADI Discover Scuba Diving with Two Reef Dives
You don't need a certification to scuba dive Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, since this day-long PADI Discover Scuba Diving course gets you straight out to Borneo's spectacular coral reefs. After a briefing on scuba diving safety and technique, you'll hit the water at one of five islands in the marine park, diving alongside a certified PADI instructor. This PADI Discover Scuba Diving Course includes two reef dives, a surface interval on a gorgeous island, and all necessary equipment.
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$100.00
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$100.00
Fun Boat Snorkeling and Island Visit from Kota Kinabalu
Take a day cruise from Kota Kinabalu for a chance to go snorkeling in the South China Sea. On this tour, you'll visit Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, a group of islands just off the coast. Hotel pickup and drop-off, lunch, and entrance fees are included.
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$61.83
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$61.83
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Manukan Island + Sapi or Mamutik Island Trip from Kota Kinabalu
Spend the day in paradise during this day trip to Manukan Island near Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy a range of activities during your beach sojourn, ranging from beach volleyball to sunbathing to snorkeling and more. Additional amenities like the island’s nearly 1-mile-long (1.5-km) walking trail, optional side visit to Sapi or Mamutik Island, and an included barbecue lunch help ensure a memorable day.
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$94.36
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$94.36
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
Pulau Tiga Survivor Island and Klias River Cruise Tour
Spend some time deep in the jungles and wetlands of Malaysia, well away from the hustle and bustle of the city, on this full-day getaway. Spend the morning visiting the uninhabited Pulau Tiga, the setting of the very first season of Survivor. Explore the jungle, enjoy a rejuvenating bath in a mud volcano, and go snorkeling in the South China Sea. In the afternoon, head to the nearby Klias Wetlands for a cruise through the lush mangrove forests. Look out for proboscis monkeys, crocodiles, and many more native critters!
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$119.24
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$119.24
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Kiulu White Water River Rafting from Kota kinabalu
Let your adrenaline levels soar during a white-water rafting experience in Kota Kinabalu—considered one of the best places for rafting in Southeast Asia. No previous rafting experience is required to enjoy this adventure, which involves tackling Class III for a mildly exhilarating experience. Plus, hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off mean that you don’t have to worry about finding a meeting point.
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$67.31
Price varies by group size
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$67.31
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Kota Kinabalu P2 Private Island Escape with BBQ Lunch
See baby barracudas, snappers, and more on a snorkel tour to Pandan Pandan Island. After pickup from your hotel, enjoy a scenic drive and short boat ride to the snorkel site. Explore the crystal clear waters and vibrant reefs with complimentary life vests and snorkel gear. Later, enjoy lunch and time to lounge on the secluded beach. You can also participate in additional water activities (own expense).
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$61.54
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$61.54
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
Borneo Kellybays Mangrove Cruise & Crab Catching Tour from Kota Kinabalu
Fish for crabs in a mangrove forest on a full-day tour from Kota Kinabalu to Borneo Kellybays that combines a morning mangrove cruise with a free afternoon in a scenic resort. With optional activities that include kayaking, paddle boats, and banana boats, the day can be as relaxed or adventurous as you want, and you’ll find plenty of space to lounge on Borneo Kellybays’ pristine beach.
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$80.00
Price varies by group size
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$80.00
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Full Day Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park
Cruise into the islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, where clear water and great snorkeling are a tempting escape from busy Kota Kinabalu. With included boat transport, restaurant lunch, snorkeling gear, and hotel transfers, this excursion to Pulau Manukan takes care of logistics but leaves you free to explore on your own—that means an independent day of sun, sand, and marine life in a gorgeous destination.
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$93.59
Price varies by group size
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$93.59
Price varies by group size
Taking safety measures
Full Day Tour in Mantanani
Mantanani Island is a group of three isolated islands northwest of Kota Belud, a one-hour drive from Kota Kinabalu. Although only approximately an hour's boat rides by speedboat from the mainland, the islands were only known to a few locals. Time slows down there amidst the crystal clear blue waters lapping on white sandy beaches. Three wrecks have been discovered which still hold plenty of secrets and are now home to a menagerie of marine creatures such as Lionfish, Scorpionfish, octopus, glassfish and many species of rays flutter around like blue spotted ray and marbled sting ray amongst large schools of fish. The coral reefs surrounding the islands have plenty to offer, for both novice and experienced diver even snorkeling too. There are now 16 dive sites been identified by Mantanani Island Resort with many more still to be explore. The island promises the most diverse marine life with visibility up to 40 metres.
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$74.36
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$74.36
Padas River Rafting Grade 3-4 from Kota Kinabalu (min 4 pax.)
Malaysia is home to some of the best whitewater rafting in Asia, and visitors to Kota Kinabalu need not miss out. Take the strain off your legs after a day hiking Mount Kinabalu and give your arms a workout instead, with a grade three-to-four rafting trip on the Padas River. These rapids are suited for confident rafters, and offer the perfect mix of thrilling whitewater and rainforest views.
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$123.90
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$123.90
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
kota kinabalu Mantanani Island Snorkeling\Discover Scuba Diving\ Fundive Daytrip
0715hrs
Pick up from the hotel and proceed for approximately 1½ hours drive to Kota Belud Jetty. Rice Fields, villagers and beautiful scenery can be seen along the way.
0915hrs
Upon arrival at the jetty, you are required to read and sign the liability waiver form.
1000hrs
Onboard and depart for about 45-minutes boat ride to Mantanani Island.
1045hrs
As you arrive at mantanani island, you can take a short-time break and change your swimming suites. After snorkeling or diving briefing, onboard and proceed For Snorkeling or scuba diving.
1330hrs
Back to the island and have lunch.
1430hrs
Get ready and depart back to Kota Belud jetty.
1515hrs
Arrive at the jetty.You may take shower and refresh yourself before return to Kota Kinabalu.
1830hrs
Arrive at the hotel.
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$61.54
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$61.54
kota kinabalu Pulau Tiga island （Survivor Island）snorkeling daytrip
Dubbed ‘Survivor Island’ after having been the featured location in the popular Reality TV series, Survivor, Pulau Tiga first gained prominence in the 1980s when a mud volcano eruption caused small chain of islets.
Pulau Tiga, literally means 'three islands' in Malay, is surrounded by the pristine South China Sea. Although Pulau Tiga no longer dabbles in show business, its name is no stranger to travellers from all walks of life who enjoy a weekend getaway in the isolated bliss Pulau Tiga has to offer. Picturesque sceneries of the vast ocean, white sandy beaches to sink your toes in, and a therapeutic soak in the mud pools will be a sure way to ease away tension and churn out a couple of laughs within your party. If you are seeking adventure, you can also opt for a short hike in the jungle, visit the nearby snake island for some wildlife sightings or camp in the wildness!
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$66.67
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$66.67
Sky-Mirror Photographing and Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies Watching River-Cruise
Set out from your Kota Kinabalu hotel in the afternoon. Once you arrive, have a welcome drink and high tea for rest before depart for searching proboscis monkey and monkey king, The shy Proboscis monkey which like to eat leaves often wait for your arrival and hiding at tree watching you like playing hide and seek.In the river, we come to visit monkey king family. They are so cute and not afraid with human. Some baby monkey come on front to have banana from you.
Then we go to the Superview Beach,somebody also call it Sky-mirror Beach, the great sunset point and beach remain the water as mirror. That is the main objective we introduce in the mangrove tour “Sky Mirror”. We are serving to take the nice mirror photo and great sunset photo for your value memories.
Sunset completed, on board searching the fantasy world of fireflies. Fireflies living at mangrove trees, the biggest group of fireflies shining as little star. Fly on board, and wishing with fireflies.
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$46.16
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$46.16
Sapi & Manukan Island Snorkeling&BananaBoat Tour With Transfer&BBQlunch
From the protected islands of the Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, just minutes from Kota Kinabalu, to some of the world's top dive sites,it's all here.Find your own paradise of white sandy beaches backed by shady trees,then to snorkeling over coral reefs,try scuba diving,ride a banana boat,jet-ski,flying fish ,expirence the seawalking or simply lie back and watch hornbills falpping overhead.
1.Snorkeling is included in the package.
2.BBQ Lunch will be served at about 12:30,don't miss the time.
3.Jet-ski,flying fish,seawalking,parasailing and other water activities is optional on your own expenses.
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$56.42
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$56.42
Kota Kinabalu Leisure Diving (Experienced Divers)
Experienced divers will enjoy several dives within the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park to witness Borneo's underwater world. Learn about the marine environment and its inhabitants from your guide throughout the tour by listening to guided commentary. Round-trip transportation makes for an easy door-to-door experience.
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$118.00
Price varies by group size
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$118.00
Price varies by group size
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary
- Manukan Island (Pulau Manukan)
- Sabah State Mosque (Masjid Negeri Sabah)
- Sapi Island (Pulau Sapi)
- Monsopiad Cultural Village
- Klias Peninsula (Klias Wetlands)
- Signal Hill Observatory Platform
- Mari Mari Cultural Village
- Gaya Island (Pulau Gaya)
- Kota Belud
- Tip of Borneo (Tanjung Sipang Mengayu)
- Kota Kinabalu Wetland Centre
- Kota Kinabalu City Mosque (Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu)
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