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Rickshaw Travel
Borneo

Kota Kinabalu: Gateway to Sabah

Bite-sized trip
  • Itinerary:
    Kota Kinabalu
  • Duration:
    3 days / 2 nights (flexible)
  • Price:
    from £ 224.- per person (excluding flights)
Kota Kinabalu is a bustling, coastal city and the starting point for a trip through Sabah. During your stay, you can visit the colourful markets full of local produce and watch the sunset from the modern waterfront filled with restaurants. We'll arrange a trip to Kinabalu National Park so you can explore the plants and wildlife from high above the forest floor on a canopy tour, take a dip in hot mineral springs and wander through the tranquil butterfly garden.

Day 1 – Arrival in Kota Kinabalu

As you arrive into Kota Kinabalu you will spot Mount Kinabalu below, rising high above this coastal city. After a quick transfer from the airport to your central hotel, you can settle in and start exploring. Your comfortable hotel has a traditional style and is just a short walk from the sights of the city, as well as a wide choice of restaurants. Head down to the waterfront for dinner with a view as the sun sets across the bay.

Day 2 – Canopy walk in Kinabalu National Park

The following morning you will explore the World Heritage site, Kinabalu National Park, with a local guide. Enroute you can try some local fruits at Nabalu village before braving the heights of the rainforest canopy walkway 100 feet above the forest floor. Wander through the colourful butterfly garden and take a dip in one of the hot mineral springs set in beautifully landscaped gardens.

Day 3 – Departure from Kota Kinabalu

The following day, it’s time to wave goodbye to Kota Kinabalu and continue on to your next destination and the rest of your Borneo adventure.

Accommodation

For this bite-sized trip we offer the following options

1Option

Kota Kinabalu: Gateway to Sabah - In Style Accommodation

  • Price:
    From £ 329.- per person (excluding flights)
  • Included:
    In Style accommodation, excursions, transport and meals as described above

For this bite-sized trip we have an alternative option available for your accommodation. Our In-Style version is something a bit more special or unique but still with lots of local flavour! If you would like to upgrade your accommodation for this bite-size trip select our In Style option below.

2Option

White water rafting: Kiulu - Day trip

  • Price:
    From £50 per person
  • Included:
    Rafting trip, including transfers

If you are seeking adventure, take a 45-minute drive through the countryside to Kiulu River, for some white water rafting. This area is perfectly suitable for the novice rafter. You’ll raft through scenic countryside and small villages, before enjoying some lunch at the riverbank. At the end, you’ll return back to your hotel in Kota Kinabalu.

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