River Cruises in Kota Kinabalu
Compare 26 river cruises in Kota Kinabalu, with prices from €23. Top rated: Island Hopping (4.4★).
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Dorothy_S·2026-10-03·
★ 5.0
Kota Kinabalu: Catamaran, Paddleboard, Kayak, Snorkeling Tour
Super relaxing...
Super relaxing experience. We had a guide for snorkeling, a captain, and a tour guide. We were a small group. Everyone was extremely friendly and it was a lot of fun. You can also go SUPing.
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.
jackienewton66·2026-09-07·
★ 5.0
Guided Snorkeling Tour & Lunch at Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park
Must do when in Kota Kinabalu.
Wow, wow, wow. One if the best and well organised tours we have been on. Jai our guide was amazing. Pick up on time, safety first, great knowledge. Sapi Island was beautiful. Exceeded our expectations. Not only was the snorkelling great, but the videos made and sent to us of us snorkelling with hundreds of fish is priceless. Lunch was very organised and well set out. As a vegetarian there were good options that were delicious. Loved our day. Loved this tour. Thank you so much Jai.
Frequently asked questions
What are the cheapest river cruises in Kota Kinabalu?
The Kota Kinabalu: Bongawan River Cruise, City Tour & Fireflies is the lowest price here, at €23 per adult. Typical prices are €58 to €150. Private and full-day options cost more.
How long do river cruises in Kota Kinabalu last?
Most last about 7 hours. One option takes 2 hours or less, and the longest lasts 7 days.
Will I be picked up from my accommodation?
22 experiences on this page include pickup, such as the Guided Snorkeling Tour & Lunch at Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park. For the rest, the meeting point is in your booking confirmation.
Do river cruises in Kota Kinabalu have free cancellation?
Some do. 46% of the options on this page can be cancelled for a full refund, and each experience page shows the exact deadline.
How quickly is my booking confirmed?
85% of the options here confirm instantly. Others are confirmed by the operator, usually within 48 hours. Filter by “Instant confirmation” to see only the instant ones.
Which option has the best reviews?
The Kota Kinabalu Leisure Scuba Diving Trip (3 Dives) is rated 4.9 from 53 reviews, the highest on this page among experiences with at least 50 reviews.
Can I book river cruises in Kota Kinabalu in my language?
English is the most common, offered by 25 experiences, followed by Malay, Mandarin Chinese and Cantonese. Use the Language filter to narrow the list.
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