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Sabah Independent Travel Guide (2025): Top Things to Do, Popular Attractions, Itinerary Planning, Accommodation, Food, Transportation, Weather, and More - Everything You Need to Know (Updated May 2025) | Trip.com
About Sabah
Recommended trip: 5–8 day(s)
Recommended trip: 5–8 day(s)
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Things to do in Sabah
What to Do
Looking for things to do in Sabah? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Kapalai
4.7
/5
497 Reviews
"Diving"
Tanjung Aru Beach
4.8
/5
2,222 Reviews
"Diving"
"Beaches and shores"
Mabul Island
4.8
/5
517 Reviews
"Diving"
Mengalum Island
4.6
/5
573 Reviews
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"Beaches and shores"
Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu
4.5
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1,694 Reviews
Manukan Island
4.6
/5
262 Reviews
"Diving"
Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park
4.6
/5
393 Reviews
"Diving"
"Natural scenery"
Gaya Street
4.5
/5
556 Reviews
Sapi Island
4.7
/5
320 Reviews
"Diving"
"Natural scenery"
Mari Mari Cultural Village
4.6
/5
86 Reviews
Sipadan Island
4.8
/5
204 Reviews
"Diving"
Mamutik Island
4.6
/5
153 Reviews
"Diving"
"Camping · Campsites"
Where to Stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Sabah, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
4.5
/5
1,143 Reviews
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
4.5
/5
688 Reviews
Banyan Tree Villa Hotel
4.1
/5
226 Reviews
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Sabah Hotel
4.5
/5
172 Reviews
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
4.7
/5
1,198 Reviews
Hotel Meliden
4.2
/5
30 Reviews
Pacific Inn, Semporna
3.4
/5
196 Reviews
K Hotel
4.2
/5
91 Reviews
Treeline Urban Inn
4.0
/5
120 Reviews
The Klagan @ Riverson Hotel
3.8
/5
51 Reviews
Hotel 17
3.5
/5
54 Reviews
What to Eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Sabah dishes and foodie spots.
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Seng Hing Coffee Shop
4.7
/5
22 Reviews
Avg. AUD4/person
"Southeast Asian"
Sunset Bar
4.4
/5
62 Reviews
Avg. AUD46/person
"Bars/Bistros"
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Yee Fung Laksa
4.6
/5
582 Reviews
Avg. AUD5/person
"Cantonese Cuisine"
Sky Blu Bar
4.0
/5
16 Reviews
Avg. AUD32/person
"Bars/Bistros"
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Ferdinand's
4.3
/5
13 Reviews
Avg. AUD63/person
"Western-style"
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Suang Tain Seafood Restaurant
4.7
/5
217 Reviews
Avg. AUD35/person
"Asian Cuisine"
Welcome Seafood Restaurant
4.6
/5
1,161 Reviews
Avg. AUD37/person
"Southeast Asian"
Sin Kee Bah Kut Teh Restaurant
4.5
/5
333 Reviews
Avg. AUD10/person
"Southeast Asian"
Nagisa Japanese Restaurant
4.3
/5
10 Reviews
Avg. AUD24/person
"Japanese"
Yu Kee Bak Kut Teh
4.6
/5
499 Reviews
Avg. AUD8/person
"Asian Cuisine"
Little Italy @ Capital
4.8
/5
86 Reviews
Avg. AUD19/person
"Western-style"
"Afternoon Tea"
Fook Yuen Gaya Street
4.7
/5
232 Reviews
Avg. AUD4/person
"Southeast Asian"
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The Luma Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels
9.1
/5
618 Reviews
Grandis Hotel Kota Kinabalu
8.8
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537 Reviews
Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island
8.8
/5
142 Reviews
Mataking Reef Resort
8.5
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Santiri Island Resort
9.2
/5
123 Reviews
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9.0
/5
172 Reviews
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9.0
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8.1
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Natural scenery
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Mountain climbing
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Historical attractions
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Outdoor activities
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Cycling
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Water sports
Popular Attractions in Sabah
Tanjung Aru Beach
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Mengalum Island
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Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu
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Sipadan Island
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Sipadan Mangrove Resort
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Tawau Hills Park
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Lankayan Island
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Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC)
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Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre
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Kapalai
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Semporna Ocean Center
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Timba Timba Island
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Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu
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Rumah terbalik
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University Malaysia Sabah Mosque
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Tanjung Aru Beach
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Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu
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Gaya Street
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Tanjung Aru Beach
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Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park
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Danum Valley Conservation Area
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Tabin Wildlife Reserve
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Kapalai
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Ladang Tenusu Desa Cattle
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Mount Kinabalu
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Tanjung Aru Beach
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Welcome Seafood Restaurant
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Anjung Lepa
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Kohinoor North Indian Restaurant
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Peppermint The Vietnamese Restaurant
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Shang Palace
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