What to Do in Kota Kinabalu in 2 Days? Travel Guide and Tips

Day 1 | Morning

Kota Kinabalu City Mosque

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Ticket Price: 5 MYR

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Jalan Pasir, Jalan Teluk Likas, Kampung Likas, 88400 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

The Floating Mosque, also known as the Kota Kinabalu City Mosque, is located on the shores of Likas Bay on the northeastern side of downtown Kota Kinabalu. The mosque is a classic example of contemporary Islamic architecture and offers an unforgettable view of the sunset. The stunning scenery features the white mosque reflected in the lake surrounding it, accented by a backdrop of clear blue sky.

Reviews from Real Guests:

K-TravelMuse: Very beautiful architecture. Major tourist attraction. Please wear conservatively when visiting all places of worship, not just this mosque. If you don't, the guards at the compound entrance will lend muslim compliant clothes. There is a long row of food outlets just outside the mosque building. Worth checking out. Mostly local dishes, western snacks and tidbits. Strictly no smoking here. The building would really stand out if the lake is full and no wind. Beautiful mirror image during sunrise/ sunset.

Trip.com User: A must see in Kota Kinabalu! I went to the Blue Mosque, and as soon as I saw it, I was impressed. I think you can actually feel that wonder, and it's pretty in the front, but it's more solid in the side, and it's more beautiful. If you go to Kota Kinabalu, I recommend you go to the city mosque !!! ^^

Day 1 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming Kota Kinabalu City Mosque, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

Tunku Abdul Rahman Park

Opening Hours: Open from 8:30am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: 25 MYR

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Days

Location: Sabah, Malaysia

Tunku Abdul Rahman Park is a famous marine-type national park in Malaysia. It consists of five islands, namely Gaya Island, Sabi Island, Mamudi Island, Manukan Island and Solo Island. These islands have beautiful sandy beaches and crystal clear waters. The sea is home to a large number of corals and marine life. The jungle is rich in plants and many rare wild animals. You can choose to island hop, taking a stroll through the woods, diving in the water, or choose an just one island to enjoy the blue sky and a leisurely holiday.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: Go without any conditions !! You can snorkeling at the beach thanks to the beach in Zanjanhang, which you never see in Korea ㅠㅠㅠ !! Sapa Island Seawalk, parasailing is the best !! Snorkeling is the best Manukan Island !! I recommend Gaya Island Resort if the date is free

Trip.com User: One of the nicest place in Sabah! The view there is amazing! Very Beautiful island located in Sabah about 15mins boat ride there. Good place for swimming and snorkeling!

Day 1 | Evening

If you want to explore other popular attractions later, Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu vibrant commercial and entertainment district, Sabah Borneo, city downtown scene, Mount Kinabalu and the South China Sea magnificent panoramic view. Hotel location, a short walk can be arrived in square in the center of the centre point) and traditional square (Warisan Square) etc. by popular shopping paradise, while the former East Malaysia's most beautiful beaches and a golf course is also very convenient.
The hotel has 306 spacious and bright, fine decorated rooms were treated with soothing soft colors and exquisite ornate natural fabric decoration, elegant and full of vitality of local culture and the perfect blend. Through the generous style window can watch the magnificent charming urban landscape and the South China Sea Blue Horizon, and comfortable soft velvet is can ensure that guests get a wonderful and unforgettable stay experience. Hotel rooms with the ultimate comfort and first-class technical facilities, including Internet data port, high-speed wireless internet access, international direct dial telephone and room digital safe. In addition also has a special bed reading lights, control room for all electronic devices of the bedside panel, 68 cm LCD TV and DVD player, advanced and convenient, comfortable and comfortable. 4 different styles of restaurant and bar is an ideal place for you to relax, make friends or the taste of the Food. Latest Recipe the restaurant atmosphere relaxed, you supply a variety of international cuisine; leisure lounge is you enjoy the fresh tea or static wine perfect oasis; and sunset pool beside the pool bar is your night sipping wine, relax, while admiring the magnificent sunset perfect more. Only about 10 to 15 minutes drive from the hotel is located in Kota Kinabalu International Airport and cheap airline T2 terminal building, walk 20 minutes to arrive at jesselton point marina, guests can from there by boat to nearby idyllic beautiful island.

Day 2 | Morning

Mari Mari Cultural Village

Opening Hours: Open on Sat-Sun,10:00am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: 175 MYR

Recommended Length of Stay: 3-3 Hours

Location: Jalan Kionsom, Inanam, 88450 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia

In the Mari Mari Cultural Village (MariMari in Malay, meaning to come), you can get a glimpse of the life of the Maolu headhunters, who are said to be fierce by nature, and the life of the Dushun people in Jiadashan. Once in the village, you will pass through the buildings built in the traditional style of Sabah, including the famous Longhouse of the Longus people and the residence of the Maolu people with spacious living space, and you can even step into it to find out. In order to gain an in-depth understanding of the real situation of their daily routines. In addition to personally experiencing the taste of cooking with bamboo fire, you can also enjoy authentic food flavors here, and learn the survival skills of making fire, hunting, and building houses. Getting along with the friendly "villagers" in the cultural village and watching cultural performances will definitely leave you with a profound and very different experience and impression of customs and customs.

Day 2 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming Mari Mari Cultural Village, Pulau Tiga Park next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

Pulau Tiga Park

Opening Hours: Open on Mon-Fri,8:00am-5:00pm;Open on Sat-Sun,9:00am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: 200 MYR

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Days

Location: Pulau Tiga, Sabah, Malaysia

Tiga Island is located on the coast of Sabah. Tiga (tiga) means three in Malay, that is, Tiga Island is composed of three islands, the larger one is called Tiga Island, and the other two are Ka PulauKalampunianBesar and PulauKalampunianDamit are also known as Snake Island because of the many species of sea snakes found on the island. It takes about 20 minutes by speedboat to reach Tiga Island from Kuala Penyu. There are many mammals on the island, including the ubiquitous macaques, monitor lizards, exotic birds, and countless insects and wild orchids are not to be missed.

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