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Family-Friendly Attractions
Top 20 Family-Friendly Attractions in Sabah [2025]
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Mengalum Island
4.6
/5
572 reviews
6.7
Based on 27 reviews
58.4 km from downtown
Phone +60109447777
Address: Sabah, Malaysia
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
No. 3 of Best Things to Do in Sabah
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1. It is worth going. If you are in Kota Kinabalu, you can choose a one-day tour to Pulau Mantan, which is about 500 including pick-up and drop-off.
2. The boat takes 2 hours, so you must take seasickness medicine in advance. It is basically very bumpy and half of the people may vomit.
3. Sunscreen is a must, it is very sunny, going out to sea.
4. There is food on the one-day tour, which is actually OK. If you think it is not OK, bring some food with you.
5. There are places to change clothes, toilets and wifi on the island.
Huantan Island is very beautiful!
Especially when the weather is clear
The white sand beach + jelly sea are really too beautiful!
The ride to Mermaid Island is long (the pier is far from the city), and the boat ride takes 30 minutes
The ride to Huantan Island is short (the pier is close to the city), and the boat ride takes 1 hour
Ps: The boat is really shaking, if you are prone to seasickness, you should choose Mermaid Island
Also, the sea water here is too salty, and snorkeling babes should be prepared to drink a lot of sea water~
But you must experience it when you come, it's really great
The island and mountain facilities are basically complete, so don't worry too much, but there is no signal~
Mabul Island
4.8
/5
517 reviews
6.2
>100 km from downtown
Phone +6088248698
Address: Sabah, Malaysia
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
No. 5 of Best Things to Do in Sabah
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I have been to Mabul 3 times. Never get tired of the cheap seafood there. Return flight costs RM 200. It's worth it if you go to Semporna
The island is a small oval shaped island fringed by sandy beaches and perched on the northwest corner of a larger 200-hectare reef.
The reef is on the edge of the continental shelf and the seabed surrounding the reef slopes out to 25–30m deep. In addition, Mabul is also a local island-village. Accommodation ranges from backpacker styled lodges to water bungalows.
The location was great although Mabul Island is tiny and full of resorts that are built out into the water, including Mabul backpackers.
The owner has put in a clam garden and reef in front of the property which is good for snorkelling and the water is clear. and clean around the property. The diving team were great.
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Kawa-kawa river cruise
4.7
/5
385 reviews
5.4
60.8 km from downtown
Address: CC94+5F, 89150 Kota Belud, Sabah, Malaysia
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
No. 14 of Best Things to Do in Sabah
Saved by 104 users136 positive reviews
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amazing place to visit here, we are very lucky to see the proboscis monkey and firefly, thanks to the driver jack to show us around, if anyone need transport to here kawa kawa river cruise just directly Whatsapp him, (+60128435750) driver name jack, really recommended driver and kind.
I heard that there are many monkeys living in the mangrove forest,
but when we went there, the monkeys had already eaten a lot of food and didn't come out because they were not hungry..
So I gave them 4 out of 5 points...
🍌🍌🍌🍌🍌🍌
You can see the mangrove forest by boat, and it's nice because you can feel the grandeur and mystery of the jungle.
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Ladang Tenusu Desa Cattle
4.7
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97 reviews
5.2
Based on 136 reviews
57.2 km from downtown
Phone +6088888531
Address: Jalan Cinta Mata Mesilou, 89308 Kundasang, Sabah, Malaysia
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
No. 18 of Best Things to Do in Sabah
Saved by 268 users50% positive reviews
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Amazing experience but not much cow can see!Variety of dairy product to buy.Tips: For best experience visit early morning, can see visible Gunung Kinabalu from entrance, avoid crowds and less heat from the sun!
Scenery wonderful. Mountain view and whether not to cold not too hot. Try gelato yogurt and the taste very nice. We can also go inside the barn to touch the cow.
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Tun Sakaran Marine Park, Semporna, Sabah.
4.8
/5
102 reviews
5.1
Based on 53 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +6088523500
Address: Semporna, Sabah, Malaysia
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
No. 19 of Best Things to Do in Sabah
Saved by 129 users43% positive reviews
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Tun Sakaran Marine Park, also known as Semporna Islands Park, is located in the offshore waters east of Sabah. It is a marine park consisting of 8 small islands and is the largest marine park in Sabah. Although it is not as famous as other marine parks in Malaysia, the rich underwater biological system here should not be underestimated. The park has the largest coral reef in Malaysia. As long as you bury your head in the water, you can see countless mysterious and beautiful underwater creatures.
Located off the coast of Semporna in North Borneo, it requires a 40-minute speedboat ride from the town pier to reach the island. From the top of Bohey Dulang Mountain on the main island, guests can enjoy an unparalleled sea view.
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Kinabalu GeoPark
4.7
/5
256 reviews
4.9
67.5 km from downtown
Phone +6088523500
Address: 89300 Ranau, Sabah, Malaysia
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
No. 20 of Best Things to Do in Sabah
Saved by 100 users36% positive reviews
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On the flight from KK to Sandakan, I had a sighting of the summit of Mount Kinabalu from the left side of the plane. It was quite covered in cloud on that day though.
Mount Kinabalu National Park is a very distinctive natural scenic spot among the many natural scenic spots in Kota Kinabalu. The national park covers a large area and consists of undeveloped landscapes formed over the years. There are a large number of plants here, and you can see very nice scenery.
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Sipadan Mangrove Resort
4.7
/5
32 reviews
4.8
>100 km from downtown
Phone +6089736331
Address: Sg Burong, Kalumpang, 91019 Tawau, Sabah, Malaysia
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
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46% positive reviews
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Southeast Asia has a large number of tropical rainforests and mangroves that protect water and soil. There is no shortage of such mangroves in West Malaysia and East Malaysia. The Semporna mangroves have beautiful scenery and fresh air. It is very suitable for a one-day family trip for all ages.
The service is really good and welcoming. We can no longer see this kind of starry sky in the city at night. The food is OK, but it's just filling. There are a lot of fireflies. The sunset on the lake is so beautiful.
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Lankayan Island
4.4
/5
35 reviews
4.7
>100 km from downtown
Address: Malaysia
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 days
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Just returned from Kapalai and it was an unforgettable experience! The crystal-clear water, vibrant marine life, and overwater chalets make it a true paradise. Perfect for snorkeling and relaxing in nature’s serenity. The staff were warm and helpful, and the food was fresh and satisfying. Sunrises and sunsets here are magical. A must-visit for anyone seeking a peaceful tropical getaway. I’m already dreaming of coming back. Highly recommend Kapalai for an escape that feels like heaven on earth!
The beauty is breathtaking, and the snorkeling is also good, but the kids refused to go into the sea and only knew to play with sand! ! You can see turtles in the water, and we also watched the release of small turtles, and watched turtles nesting at night! The house we stayed in was a combination of water and beach, lucky house number 4! ! You can see all the beautiful scenery on the island! ! Great! ! ! Highly recommended! ! !
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Sepanggar Island
4.7
/5
10 reviews
4.4
10.1 km from downtown
Address: Malaysia, Sabah, 馬來西亞沙巴西海岸省
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
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Stunning 360-degree sea view sunset
Fun and thrilling water slide
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The name is quite dreamy! There are not many tourists, most of them will choose some popular islands, making this place the first choice for in-depth tours and tourists who like quietness. The sea is relatively clear and clean, and it is a very comfortable place! Relax ~
There are many beautiful islands near Sabah, Malaysia. Two years ago, I went to "Taomeng Island", which was developed in 2018. It was sparsely populated, quiet, and beautiful...
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Sabah State Museum
4.6
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113 reviews
4.3
Based on 663 reviews
2.1 km from downtown
Phone +6088225033
Address: sabah museum complex, Jalan Muzium, 88300 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia
Recommended sightseeing time: 2 hours
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Experience traditional Sabah life at the Cultural Village
Architectural charm of the Rungus Long House
34% positive reviews
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If want to know more of Sabah, you need go sabah museum. Inside this museum, all sabah culture and history is displayed and show out to visitor. The special in this museum is the orang asli culture in Sabah. The houses for all sabah orang asli also show out in sabah museum. Visitor can direct go inside to take a look for the tradisional houses.
The Sabah Museum is the most prestigious museum in Sabah, which records and displays Sabah's rich history, society and natural history. This unique mixed exhibition venue combines a museum, a botanical garden, a zoo and a cultural village. The museum was built and opened in 1985. The original site was the government residence during the colonial era. The entire museum complex is composed of several buildings, including the main building, the Science and Education Center, the Cultural Village, the Sabah Gallery and the Museum of Islamic Civilization.
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