Boat Charters in Kota Kinabalu
Compare 7 boat charters in Kota Kinabalu, with prices from €23. Top rated: Island Hopping (4.4★).
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R5969XBkevins·2026-09-08·
★ 5.0
Kota Kinabalu: Bongawan River Cruise, City Tour & Fireflies
A great river trip
A great river trip. Plenty of wildlife to see. A surprise to me was how enchanting the fireflies were. A knowledgeable guide with very good english. If I'd had time i would have booked again.
robmartlew·2026-08-31·
★ 4.0
Kota Kinabalu Snorkeling Tour at Manukan and Sapi Island
Enjoyable day
Well organised trip. Both islands beautiful especially Sapi. Lunch ok. Good snorkelling sites and helpful guide
Jade_B·2026-07-31·
★ 4.0
I would not recommend...
I would not recommend this tour for an English speaking solo traveller. That said, it was well organised, the guides were incredibly helpful when it came to snorkeling and diving. Sadly the coral was quite bleached in comparison to Sapi and Manukan island. If you are traveling as a group this could be a good option. If not, you may want to consider another island trip.
Frequently asked questions
What are the cheapest boat charters in Kota Kinabalu?
The Kota Kinabalu: Bongawan River Cruise, City Tour & Fireflies is the lowest price here, at €23 per adult. Typical prices are €77 to €128. Private and full-day options cost more.
Do any experiences include pickup from my hotel?
Six experiences on this page include pickup, such as the Full Day Tour in Mantanani. For the rest, the meeting point is in your booking confirmation.
Will my booking be confirmed straight away?
For 7 of the 7 experiences, yes: you get an instant confirmation and a mobile voucher. The rest are confirmed by the operator, usually within 48 hours.
Can I cancel if my plans change?
Some can: 2 of the 7 experiences here offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. Use the “Free cancellation” filter to see only those.
Are there tours in languages other than English?
English is the most common, offered by 6 experiences, followed by Malay and Mandarin Chinese. Use the Language filter to narrow the list.
What are the best-rated boat charters in Kota Kinabalu?
The Island Hopping is rated 4.4 from 102 reviews, the highest on this page among experiences with at least 50 reviews.
Can I book a private guide?
Yes. Three experiences here are private, from €23 per adult.
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