10 TOP Things to Do in Sabah (2025 Activity Guide)

Kota Kinabalu which includes a high rise building, city views and general coastal views

Kota Kinabalu which includes general coastal views, tropical scenes and a coastal town

Kota Kinabalu featuring a garden and tropical scenes

Kota Kinabalu showing a coastal town, a bay or harbor and tropical scenes

Kota Kinabalu which includes marine life

Most popular experiences in Sabah

Tours & day trips

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Traditional Bali Massage Lulur & Spa Treatment 2 Hours

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Water activities

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Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu

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History & culture

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Mari-Mari Cultural Village Tour Including Lunch

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Wildlife & nature

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Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu

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Adventure & outdoor

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ATV Adventure Ride Park Kampung Kemensah from Kuala Lumpur

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What to do in Sabah

Popular places to visit

Malaysia showing landscape views, mist or fog and mountains

Mount Kinabalu National Park

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.

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

Mt Kinabalu

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.

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.

Sapi Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sapi Island during your travels in Gaya Island. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.

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 romantic area.

Imago Shopping Mall

During your trip to Kota Kinabalu, you can do some window-shopping at Imago Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Pusat Bandar with a trip to Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre

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

Areas of Sabah

Kota Kinabalu showing a coastal town, tropical scenes and island images

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

4/5(7 area reviews)

Downtown Kota Kinabalu is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Anjung Samudera and Centre Point.

Tanjung Aru

5/5(1 area review)

Pristine beaches and ample 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.

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.