Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park Island Hopping
Overview
Five forested islands lie just off Kota Kinabalu, protected as the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park. A short boat ride from Jesselton Point and you're on a white-sand beach with clear, warm water for swimming and snorkelling.
A typical day visits two islands. Manukan is the most developed, with a long beach, a jetty, cafés and snorkelling straight off the sand. Sapi is smaller and wilder, with a sandbar towards Gaya Island and monitor lizards wandering the forest edge. Mamutik is the quiet alternative.
You choose how to spend the time: snorkel among the fish, swim, walk a forest trail or just lie under the trees with a view of the city skyline across the water.
Highlights
- Two islands in a marine park
- White-sand beaches on Manukan and Sapi
- Snorkelling straight from the beach
- Short boat rides from Jesselton Point
- Views back to Kota Kinabalu
What's included
- Return boat transfers between islands
- Snorkel equipment, unless stated otherwise by the operator
- Marine park conservation fee and jetty terminal fee
- Lunch, unless stated by the operator
- Tips
Location
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, a conservation fee is paid once per day on arrival at the first island, plus a small terminal fee at Jesselton Point. We confirm the current amounts when you book.
Yes, the beaches are calm and shallow near the shore, and life jackets are available for snorkelling.
