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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 July 2025) | Trip.com

About Sabah

Recommended trip: 5โ€“8 day(s)

Recommended trip: 5โ€“8 day(s)

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Popular Destinations

Semporna

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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

Kapalai

4.7/5497 Reviews
"Diving"
Tanjung Aru Beach

Tanjung Aru Beach

4.8/52,220 Reviews
"Diving"
"Beaches and shores"
Mengalum Island

Mengalum Island

4.6/5573 Reviews
"Diving"
"Beaches and shores"
Mabul Island

Mabul Island

4.8/5517 Reviews
"Diving"
Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu

Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu

4.5/51,696 Reviews
"Night view"
Manukan Island

Manukan Island

4.7/5262 Reviews
"Diving"
Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park

Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park

4.6/5393 Reviews
"Diving"
"Natural scenery"
Gaya Street

Gaya Street

4.5/5556 Reviews
Mamutik Island

Mamutik Island

4.6/5153 Reviews
"Diving"
Ladang Tenusu Desa Cattle

Ladang Tenusu Desa Cattle

4.7/597 Reviews
"Farms and pastures"
Sipadan Island

Sipadan Island

4.8/5204 Reviews
"Diving"

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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Hotel Nยฐ5

Hotel Nยฐ5

4.3/5571 Reviews
Seafest REGENCY

Seafest REGENCY

4.1/5128 Reviews
Sento Hotel

Sento Hotel

4.1/5177 Reviews
SKY Water Villas

SKY Water Villas

4.2/5204 Reviews
Hotel Kapalai Semporna

Hotel Kapalai Semporna

4.1/5222 Reviews
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

4.5/51,244 Reviews
Palm Lake Resort

Palm Lake Resort

4.5/5194 Reviews
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

4.5/5754 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

Seng Hing Coffee Shop

4.7/522 Reviews
Avg. CAD4/person
"Southeast Asian"
Sunset Bar

Sunset Bar

4.4/564 Reviews
Avg. CAD41/person
"Bars/Bistros"
"View"
Yee Fung Laksa

Yee Fung Laksa

4.7/5589 Reviews
Avg. CAD5/person
"Cantonese Cuisine"
Sky Blu Bar

Sky Blu Bar

16 Reviews
Avg. CAD28/person
"Bars/Bistros"
"View"
Ferdinand's

Ferdinand's

4.3/514 Reviews
Avg. CAD56/person
"Western-style"
"View"
Suang Tain Seafood Restaurant

Suang Tain Seafood Restaurant

4.7/5219 Reviews
Avg. CAD31/person
"Asian Cuisine"
Welcome Seafood Restaurant

Welcome Seafood Restaurant

4.6/51,164 Reviews
Avg. CAD33/person
"Southeast Asian"
Sin Kee Bah Kut Teh Restaurant

Sin Kee Bah Kut Teh Restaurant

4.5/5335 Reviews
Avg. CAD8/person
"Southeast Asian"
Nagisa Japanese Restaurant

Nagisa Japanese Restaurant

4.3/510 Reviews
Avg. CAD21/person
"Japanese"
Yu Kee Bak Kut Teh

Yu Kee Bak Kut Teh

4.6/5499 Reviews
Avg. CAD7/person
"Asian Cuisine"
Little Italy @ Capital

Little Italy @ Capital

4.8/586 Reviews
Avg. CAD17/person
"Western-style"
"Afternoon Tea"
FIVE SAILS

FIVE SAILS

4.0/521 Reviews
Avg. CAD31/person
"Buffets"
"Sea view"

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