Attractions · Kota Kinabalu
Things to do in Kota Kinabalu.
Sabah's capital faces a marine park and looks up at a World Heritage mountain: the islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park lie minutes offshore, and Kinabalu Park, around Mount Kinabalu, is the classic day trip inland.
Kinabalu Park and Poring Hot Spring
Malaysia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site, inscribed in 2000 and managed by Sabah Parks: the park around Mount Kinabalu, whose trails, botanic garden and mountain viewpoints fill a day without climbing the summit, with the Poring Hot Spring station on the park's eastern side.
How to book: Day trips from Kota Kinabalu, booked ahead; the tour below includes Kota Kinabalu hotel pickup, a guide and lunch. Parts of Poring, the canopy walkway included, close for maintenance at times, so check the day's itinerary when you book.
Book the Kinabalu Park and Poring Hot Spring day tripvia Viator · affiliate linkTunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park
The marine park Sabah Parks gazetted in 1974 over the island group facing Kota Kinabalu: coral reefs and island beaches a short boat ride from the city jetties, and the city's snorkelling and diving ground.
How to book: Boats from the city jetties, or a guided snorkelling day with the gear and an island lunch included; the tour below meets at the DBKK jetty in the city centre.
Book the guided snorkelling day trip in the marine parkvia Viator · affiliate linkPlanning the stay itself: the area guides cover what is on, and the hotels page covers where to sleep near it.