Sabah hills and islands

Trip overview

Begin on the coast, spend two nights near Kinabalu Park and return to Kota Kinabalu before flying home. This west-Sabah route avoids distant east-coast transfers and does not include a summit climb. Highland accommodation is simpler than the coastal hotel.

• Kinabalu Park nature trails
• Two nights in Kundasang
• Tunku Abdul Rahman marine islands
• Kota Kinabalu wetlands
• Tanjung Aru evening

1. 1

   Day 1 · Kota KinabaluArrive on Sabah's west coast

   Meet your driver at Kota Kinabalu Airport for the roughly 20–30-minute city transfer. Keep the remainder of the day free after your journey, which may involve a connection from India.

   • Airport transfer
   • Hotel check-in
   • Waterfront leisure

   Meals at leisureOvernight Kota Kinabalu

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2. 2

   Day 2 · Kota KinabaluA day among the marine islands

   Transfer to Jesselton Point for a shared boat outing to two islands in Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, selected for conditions. Swim or snorkel in designated areas with a buoyancy aid; boat operation depends on weather.

   • Shared island boats
   • Designated swimming areas
   • Snorkelling
   • Island lunch

   Breakfast, LunchOvernight Kota Kinabalu

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3. 3

   Day 3 · KundasangClimb by road into the foothills

   Drive around 2–3 hours towards Kundasang, with a break at Nabalu if conditions allow. Settle into your highland lodge and enjoy a short local walk; mountain views can be obscured by cloud.

   • Private highland transfer
   • Nabalu stop
   • Village walk

   BreakfastOvernight Kundasang

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4. 4

   Day 4 · KundasangKinabalu Park at walking pace

   Explore accessible lower-elevation trails in Kinabalu Park with a nature guide. Visit the botanical garden when open and return to your lodge after lunch at your own expense.

   • Guided park trails
   • Botanical garden
   • Mountain foothill scenery

   BreakfastOvernight Kundasang

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5. 5

   Day 5 · Kota KinabaluReturn to the coast

   Travel around 2–3 hours back to Kota Kinabalu after breakfast. Pause at your hotel before an included evening transfer to Tanjung Aru Beach.

   • Private coastal transfer
   • Hotel rest
   • Tanjung Aru visit

   BreakfastOvernight Kota Kinabalu

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6. 6

   Day 6 · Kota KinabaluMangrove boardwalks and city time

   Visit Kota Kinabalu Wetland for a guided boardwalk walk, subject to opening conditions. Look for wetland birds, then leave the afternoon free for the waterfront and local markets.

   • Wetland boardwalk
   • Guided bird observation
   • Independent market time

   BreakfastOvernight Kota Kinabalu

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7. 7

   Day 7 · Kota KinabaluDepart from Kota Kinabalu

   Transfer to the airport after breakfast. Keep passports accessible for Sabah's immigration checks and allow suitable onward connection time.

   • Breakfast
   • Airport transfer

   BreakfastDeparture day

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Where you'll stay

Hotel names are confirmed in your proposal against your dates and budget.

What's included

Indicative price basis: per person on twin share, land only, before applicable GST and TCS. Final price depends on dates and availability.

Malaysia essentials

Flight time

About 4–6 hours nonstop to Kuala Lumpur from major Indian metros; connections take longer

Visa

Indian passport holders can currently visit visa-free for up to 30 days until 31 December 2026, subject to entry conditions and the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card. Rules can change; we confirm before you pay.

Currency

Malaysian ringgit (MYR)

Time difference

2 hours 30 minutes ahead of IST

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