1-Day Proboscis Monkey River Cruise in Kota Kinabalu with Fireflies

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Search for the rare Proboscis monkeys on a mangrove river cruise
• 02 Watch the spectacular Borneo sunset over the riverbanks
• 03 Experience a magical evening cruise among firefly-lit mangrove trees
• 04 Enjoy a scenic nature escape from Kota Kinabalu through Sabah's lush wetlands

Embark on a full-day nature adventure from Kota Kinabalu with a relaxing river cruise through Sabah's lush mangroves. Enjoy a scenic drive to the jetty, followed by a guided boat trip in search of the unique Proboscis monkeys. Watch the sun set over the tranquil wetlands, then enjoy dinner at the jetty restaurant before cruising again after dark to witness the magical glow of fireflies illuminating the mangrove trees.

Cruise along the mangrove river and search for the endemic Proboscis monkeys.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Kota Kinabalu

Languages English, Malay

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Mangrove River Cruise with Proboscis Monkeys and Fireflies

• Begin the journey at 02:00 PM with pick-up from your hotel in Kota Kinabalu.

• Depart for the river cruise site, which requires approximately 1.5 hours of scenic driving.

• Arrive at the jetty around 03:00 PM and enjoy a light refreshment upon arrival.

• Prepare for the first river cruise at 04:30 PM.

• Cruise along the mangrove river and search for the endemic Proboscis monkeys.

• Witness the spectacular Borneo sunset over the riverbanks.

• Return to the jetty at 06:00 PM and enjoy a buffet-style dinner at the jetty restaurant.

• Embark on a second cruise at 07:00 PM to experience the magical sight of fireflies glittering in the mangrove trees.

• Depart the jetty at 08:00 PM and begin the return drive to Kota Kinabalu.

• Arrive at your hotel in Kota Kinabalu by approximately 09:30 PM.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Return land transfer from hotel in town (seat-in-coach)

• English-speaking tour guide

• Light refreshments at the jetty

• Dinner at the jetty restaurant

• Boat transfer for river cruises

• Entrance fee to the river cruise area

What's Not Included

• Personal expenses

• Any items not mentioned in the inclusions

What to bring

• Insect repellent
• Binoculars
• Water bottle
• Raincoat or umbrella
• Sunhat

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Your hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Tour start

Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.