Sabah Local Expert: Find Things To Do in Sabah

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Kota Kinabalu featuring tropical scenes and a park

Kota Kinabalu showing landscape views, tropical scenes and a bay or harbor

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What to do in Sabah

Popular places to visit

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Mount Kinabalu National Park

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Tackle the two-day climb to Borneo’s highest peak or enjoy the lower rainforest trails in this park, home to some of the world’s rarest plants.

Mt Kinabalu

5/5(1 review)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mt Kinabalu during your travels in Kota Belud. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall

4.5/5(12 reviews)

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can do some window-shopping at Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

Tunku Abdul Rahman Park

4/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, a lovely green space in Gaya Island. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.

Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Kota Kinabalu Esplanade is just one of the places to see in Pusat Bandar, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this family-friendly area.

Desa Cattle Dairy Farm

You can take time to visit Desa Cattle Dairy Farm during your travels to Kundasang. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

Imago Shopping Mall

4.5/5(8 reviews)

During your trip to Kota Kinabalu, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Imago Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Watch as a community of orphaned orangutans play in the trees above you at this sanctuary.

1Borneo Hypermall

4/5(4 reviews)

During your visit to Kota Kinabalu, you can do some window-shopping at 1Borneo Hypermall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

Areas of Sabah

Kota Kinabalu featuring island views, a coastal town and tropical scenes

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

4/5(38 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Downtown Kota Kinabalu is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Centre Point and Kompleks Asia City.

Tanjung Aru

3.5/5(5 area reviews)

Beaches and abundant dining options are well-reviewed features of Tanjung Aru. Make a stop by top sights like Tanjung Aru Perdana Park while you're exploring the area.

Karambunai

Karambunai is popular for its pristine beaches, and you might make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai, a top place to visit in the area.

Kampung Air

Unique features of Kampung Air include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Kompleks Asia City or Sedco Square while you're exploring the area.

Alamesra

While Alamesra may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like 1Borneo Hypermall and Likas Stadium.

Likas

You'll appreciate the shopping during your time in Likas and you might want to plan a stop by Likas Stadium and Likas Sports Complex while you're in the area.