Silversea Luxury Cruises To KOTA KINABALU (Sabah)

Explore Kota Kinabalu at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your Driver and English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 72 hours prior to arrival in the port. Actual vehicle type varies depending on availability. Guide is English-speaking. Participation is limited to 2 guests per car. The price, exclusive of meals, entrance fees and gratuities, is per vehicle. Therefore, when making your reservation, please indicate the number of vehicles, not the number of guests. Only one person in the party needs to reserve this programme. Please see the Shore Concierge on board the ship to arrange your individual itinerary.

Explore Kota Kinabalu at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your Driver and English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 72 hours prior to arrival in the port. Actual vehicle type varies depending on availability. Guide is English-speaking. Participation is limited to 2 guests per car. The price, exclusive of meals, entrance fees and gratuities, is per vehicle. Therefore, when making your reservation, please indicate the number of vehicles, not the number of guests. Only one person in the party needs to reserve this programme. Please see the Shore Concierge on board the ship to arrange your individual itinerary.

Explore Kota Kinabalu at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your Driver and English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 72 hours prior to arrival in the port. Actual vehicle type varies depending on availability. Guide is English-speaking. Participation is limited to 3-6 guests per van. The price, exclusive of meals, entrance fees and gratuities, is per vehicle. Therefore, when making your reservation, please indicate the number of vehicles, not the number of guests. Only one person in the party needs to reserve this programme. Please see the Shore Concierge on board the ship to arrange your individual itinerary.

Explore Kota Kinabalu at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your Driver and English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 72 hours prior to arrival in the port. Actual vehicle type varies depending on availability. Guide is English-speaking. Participation is limited to 3-6 guests per van. The price, exclusive of meals, entrance fees and gratuities, is per vehicle. Therefore, when making your reservation, please indicate the number of vehicles, not the number of guests. Only one person in the party needs to reserve this programme. Please see the Shore Concierge on board the ship to arrange your individual itinerary.

Learn about the culture and wildlife of Borneo during this half-day overview excursion. View the unique Borneo wildlife at the Lok Kawi Zoological Park and experience a look at the past at the Sabah State Museum and Heritage Village. A panoramic drive by the city's major landmarks completes your visit.

Your outing begins with a coach orientation drive out of the city, towards the Zoolgoical Park. Pass the City Mosque from the coach as you carry on into the interior of the island for a further 45 minutes.

Zoological Park

The Lok Kawi Zoological Park spans over 300 acres (about 121 hectares) of valleys and hilly terrain. The park's mission is to educate the public on wildlife and environmental conservation, research into captive management, the rescue of native animals for treatment or rehabilitation, and the reproduction of endangered species. Upon arrival, begin your guided walking tour. Explore some of the abundant and diverse wildlife found in Borneo's rainforest, including orangutans, long-nosed proboscis monkeys, Asian pygmy elephants, gibbons, hornbills, and more.

Pass by the Sabah State Mosque en route to the Sabah Museum and Heritage Centre; this gold-domed state mosque is centrally positioned and overlooks most of the town. It reflects contemporary Islamic architecture and can accommodate 5,000 worshippers. There is a special balcony with room for 500 women to pray.

Sabah State Museum

Located on Bukit Istana Lama, a hill behind the State Mosque, this museum was built in the longhouse style of the Rungus tribe. The museum has a wealth of historical and tribal treasures, and handicrafts made by the indigenous peoples. Ceramics and traditional weapons reflect the diversity of the State's culture and traces Sabah's early trade links with the neighbouring countries of Southeast Asia and China. The museum also houses musical instruments, tools, and ritual paraphernalia. The major highlights are the exhibits of life-size traditional houses belonging to ethnic groups.

The coach then takes you through the city centre and back to the awaiting ship.

Please note: This tour requires an extensive amount of walking to explore the zoological park fully and guests must be able to embark and disembark the coach via the bus steps. It is not recommended for guests with limited mobility. We recommend bringing protection from the sun (hat, glasses, and lotion), insect repellent, and a light raincoat, as it generally rains in the afternoon.

Gain an insight to the cultural diversity of Borneo's ethnic groups and their simple way of traditional living on this half-day excursion. Discover the architectural uniqueness of each tribal house as you walk through the cultural village and complete your Borneo experience with a live presentation of music and dance.

Mari Mari Cultural Village

Depart the pier for the approximately 25-minute drive to the Mari Mari Cultural Village, situated amidst a remote forest setting and away from the hustling and bustling city.

The village is a museum that preserves Borneo ethnic culture and features 5 different indigenous ethnic tribes in one village: the rice farmers of Kadazan-Dusun, the longhouse residents of Rungus, the hunters and fishermen of Lundayeh, the cowboys and sea gypsies of Bajau, and the famously feared headhunting tribe, Murut. Explore the various traditional homes of these Sabahan ethnic communities, which have been built by descendants of the tribes which they represent.

Capture the cultural diversity of Borneo's ethnic groups and their simple way of traditional living. Each tribe has found ways to adapt to the living in Borneo such as cooking using bamboo, starting a fire without matches, making rope from tree bark and using local plants to create a refreshing drink. Discover the architectural uniqueness of each tribal house as you walk through the cultural village while enjoying the serene jungle environment

Please note: This tour requires a moderate amount of walking, some of which is over uneven, cobbled ground. This tour is not recommended for guests who utilise a wheelchair. We recommend bringing protection from the sun (hat, glasses, and lotion), insect repellent, and a light raincoat, as it generally rains in the afternoon.

Discover the landmarks and wildlife of Kota Kinabalu and its surrounds during this scenic, half-day sightseeing excursion.

City Mosque and Lok Kawi Zoological Park

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately one-hour drive to the Lok Kawi Zoological Park and pass by at the City Mosque en route. The Lok Kawi Zoological Park spans over 300 acres (about 121 hectares) of valleys and hilly terrain. The park's mission is to educate the public on wildlife and environmental conservation, research into captive management, the rescue of native animals for treatment or rehabilitation, and the reproduction of endangered species. Upon arrival, begin your guided walking tour. Explore some of the abundant and diverse wildlife found in Borneo's rainforest, including orangutans, long-nosed proboscis monkeys, Asian pygmy elephants, gibbons, hornbills, and more.

City Centre and Suburban Landmarks

Leaving the Lok Kawi Zoological Park, re-board your coach for a sightseeing drive through Kota Kinabalu's city centre and suburbs. Along the way, pass by renowned landmarks such as Tanjung Aru Beach,State Mosque, Sutera Harbour and more. Your tour concludes back at the pier.

Discover the local culture, landmarks, and natural beauty of Kota Kinabalu and its surrounds during this memorable, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Kota Kinabalu, City Mosque, Tun Mustapha Tower and University

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately one-hour orientation drive to the jetty via the city centre and suburbs of Kota Kinabalu. Along the way, pass by renowned landmarks that include the City Mosque, Tun Mustapha Tower, University and residential areas.

Mangrove-Rafting, Crab-Catching, Batik Painting and Local Specialities

Upon arrival at the jetty, embark a local thatch-roof raft for a picturesque ride through the mangroves. En route, learn about the importance of this riverine forest and try your hand at crab-catching. After returning to the jetty, some free time is made available at your leisure to explore the local sights and culture. You can learn about the art of Batik painting, create an original Batik design of your own, try blowpipe target-shooting and/or take a stroll by the beach. You can also enjoy a cup of 'teh tarek', a popular local tea, which is served with 'roti canai', a Malaysian pancake. At the conclusion of your visit, commence the approximately 35-minute drive back to the pier.

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 164 yards (about 150 kilometres), at times over uneven and sandy surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and five steps to embark the covered raft at the jetty. Walking in Kota Kinabalu is at the discretion of each guest. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable,short-sleeve cotton shirts with flat, non-slip walking shoes, and bring sun protection, raingear and insect repellent from the ship;bare shoulders and midriffs are not permitted. The tour sequence may vary.Swimming at the beach is not recommended due to the high waves and jelly fish season.

Explore the spectacular flora and fauna of the Klias Wetlands during this panoramic, full-day river-cruise excursion with dinner.

Kota Kinabalu, City Centre, State Mosque and Klias Wetlands

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 2.25-hour drive past Kota Kinabalu's city centre and State Mosque en route to the Klias Wetlands. Upon arrival, a refreshment stop is made at the canteen near the jetty before embarking a local boat for a picturesque, approximately 1.5-hour river cruise through the Klias Wetlands.

Klias Wetlands River Cruise

The expansive Klias Peninsula spans approximately 321,237 acres (about 130,000 hectares), serves as a flood plain for the Padas River and has a network of river channels. Habitats include mangroves near the coast, plus riverine and swamp forest further inland. During your Klias Wetlands river-cruise, look for wildlife that includes proboscis monkeys, silver leaf monkeys, long-tailed macaques, estuarine crocodiles, monitor lizards, and a myriad of bird species, including hornbills.

Malaysian Dinner

Following your river cruise, proceed to the canteen for a Malaysian, buffet-style dinner accompanied by the sounds of nature in this rustic setting. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 2.25-hour drive back to the pier.

Explore the highlights of Kota Kinabalu during a picturesque, half-day sightseeing excursion to this beautiful seaside city.

Kota Kinabalu, Tun Mustapha Tower and City Mosque (external visit)

Depart the pier for the short drive through scenic Kota Kinabalu and its environs. Along the way, pass by renowned landmarks such as the Tun Mustapha Tower, one of the city's tallest, column-free buildings. After you pass by the City Mosque, re-board your coach and proceed to the Heritage Village.

Heritage Village, Tribal Houses, Skull Hut and Sabah Museum

The Heritage Village offers guests a wonderful introduction to the culture, people and architectural styles of North Borneo. Each tribe has built their houses with their own unique layout and design using bamboo, tree bark, nipah leaves and other local materials sourced from their area. In addition to the native houses, visit the Skull Hut to learn about the practice of headhunting and Sabah Museum to admire the colourful traditional costumes of the different tribes.

State Mosque and Water Village

Next, re-board your coach for the drive past the State Mosque en route to a photo stop at the Water Village, where you can also learn more about the simple life enjoyed by the residents. Afterward, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 30-minute drive back to the pier.

The jagged granite peaks of Mt. Kinabalu (13,435 feet or 4,095 metres) towers above one of the most biologically diverse areas in the world. Listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, Kinabalu Park is a natural wonder that offers day visitors a glimpse into the fascinating and often unique world of plant life within the park.

Mount Kinabalu

A drive of approximately two hours takes you through Dusun villages and over the ridges of the Crocker Range to the foothills of Mount Kinabalu. Continue to the park headquarters at 5,000 feet (1,524 metres) for a 30-45-minute casual walk (approximately one kilometre in length) on one of the trails in the cool surroundings of the mountain forest. Learn about the unique park's flora as you walk through the botanical garden, home to many species of flowering rhododendrons, carnivorous pitcher plants, orchids, ferns, oak trees.

Enjoy lunch at Kundasang before re-board the coach for the return drive back to the ship.

Located just outside the city center, this resorts provide easy access to the five coral islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park. The open design allows for excellent ventilation to allow the tropical air to circulate and cool things down.

The resort has a prime location with views along the bay and the nearby busy waterfront, which is a popular place for locals. It covers 25 acres of land that is mostly devoted to tropical gardens. The resort works with local nature groups and has taken on manatee preservation as a community service project.

Located just outside the city center, this resorts provide easy access to the five coral islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park. The open design allows for excellent ventilation to allow the tropical air to circulate and cool things down.

The resort has a prime location with views along the bay and the nearby busy waterfront, which is a popular place for locals. It covers 25 acres of land that is mostly devoted to tropical gardens. The resort works with local nature groups and has taken on manatee preservation as a community service project.

Le Meridien is conveniently located overlooking the ever-busy harbor and even busier Filipino Market but also offers a tranquil retreat from the busy streets. The hotel is next door to the Centrepoint Mall with a good selection of shops and restaurants. The Waterfront Esplanade and a handicraft center are nearby. The five islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park in the South China Sea are located minutes away from the hotel via a fast speedboat ride. Sapi Island is the one most boats will ferry guests to for relaxing under shaded casaurina trees and some very beautiful beaches with clear waters supporting coral reefs.

Le Meridien is conveniently located overlooking the ever-busy harbor and even busier Filipino Market but also offers a tranquil retreat from the busy streets. The hotel is next door to the Centrepoint Mall with a good selection of shops and restaurants. The Waterfront Esplanade and a handicraft center are nearby. The five islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park in the South China Sea are located minutes away from the hotel via a fast speedboat ride. Sapi Island is the one most boats will ferry guests to for relaxing under shaded casaurina trees and some very beautiful beaches with clear waters supporting coral reefs.