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Sabah Independent Travel Guide (2025): Top Things to Do, Popular Attractions, Itinerary Planning, Accommodation, Food, Transportation, Weather, and More - Everything You Need to Know (Updated April 2025) | Trip.com
About Sabah
Recommended trip: 5–8 day(s)
Recommended trip: 5–8 day(s)
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Popular Destinations
Semporna
Kota Kinabalu
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Sipadan
Things to do in Sabah
What to Do
Looking for things to do in Sabah? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Kapalai
4.7
/5
491 Reviews
"Diving"
Tanjung Aru Beach
4.8
/5
2,222 Reviews
"Diving"
"Beaches and shores"
Mabul Island
4.8
/5
517 Reviews
"Diving"
Mengalum Island
4.6
/5
573 Reviews
"Diving"
"Beaches and shores"
Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu
4.5
/5
1,694 Reviews
Manukan Island
4.6
/5
262 Reviews
"Diving"
Gaya Street
4.5
/5
556 Reviews
Mari Mari Cultural Village
4.6
/5
86 Reviews
Sapi Island
4.7
/5
320 Reviews
"Diving"
"Natural scenery"
Sipadan Island
4.8
/5
204 Reviews
"Diving"
Mamutik Island
4.6
/5
152 Reviews
"Diving"
"Camping · Campsites"
Ladang Tenusu Desa Cattle
4.7
/5
96 Reviews
"Farms and pastures"
Where to Stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Sabah, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Bohey Dulang Resort
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Hotel Meliden
4.3
/5
25 Reviews
Treeline Urban Inn
4.1
/5
119 Reviews
Pacific Inn, Semporna
3.6
/5
194 Reviews
Hotel 17
3.5
/5
53 Reviews
Arcadia Beach Resort
4.8
/5
9 Reviews
Crystal Resort
5.0
/5
9 Reviews
Seafest REGENCY
4.1
/5
61 Reviews
SKY Water Villas
4.2
/5
182 Reviews
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
4.5
/5
1,103 Reviews
Banyan Tree Villa Hotel
4.1
/5
221 Reviews
Palm Lake Resort
4.6
/5
118 Reviews
What to Eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Sabah dishes and foodie spots.
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Seng Hing Coffee Shop
4.7
/5
22 Reviews
Avg. MYR14/person
"Southeast Asian"
Sunset Bar
4.4
/5
60 Reviews
Avg. MYR144/person
"Bars/Bistros"
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Yee Fung Laksa
4.6
/5
581 Reviews
Avg. MYR18/person
"Cantonese Cuisine"
Sky Blu Bar
4.0
/5
16 Reviews
Avg. MYR100/person
"Bars/Bistros"
"View"
Ferdinand's
4.3
/5
13 Reviews
Avg. MYR195/person
"Western-style"
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Suang Tain Seafood Restaurant
4.7
/5
217 Reviews
Avg. MYR110/person
"Asian Cuisine"
Welcome Seafood Restaurant
4.6
/5
1,159 Reviews
Avg. MYR117/person
"Southeast Asian"
Sin Kee Bah Kut Teh Restaurant
4.5
/5
332 Reviews
Avg. MYR31/person
"Southeast Asian"
Nagisa Japanese Restaurant
4.3
/5
10 Reviews
Avg. MYR75/person
"Japanese"
Yu Kee Bak Kut Teh
4.6
/5
497 Reviews
Avg. MYR26/person
"Asian Cuisine"
Little Italy @ Capital
4.8
/5
86 Reviews
Avg. MYR60/person
"Western-style"
"Afternoon Tea"
Fook Yuen Gaya Street
4.6
/5
232 Reviews
Avg. MYR15/person
"Southeast Asian"
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Best of Sabah
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Arcadia Beach Resort
4.8
/5
9 Reviews
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
4.7
/5
1,147 Reviews
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
4.3
/5
1,205 Reviews
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
4.5
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1,360 Reviews
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
4.5
/5
676 Reviews
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
4.5
/5
1,103 Reviews
Together Palm Resort
4.3
/5
134 Reviews
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The Luma Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels
4.5
/5
607 Reviews
Grandis Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.4
/5
542 Reviews
Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island
4.3
/5
143 Reviews
Mataking Reef Resort
4.1
/5
4 Reviews
Santiri Island Resort
4.5
/5
120 Reviews
Jelly Sea Resort
4.5
/5
159 Reviews
Perfect Forest Eco-Resort
4.4
/5
254 Reviews
Together 2 Holiday Resort
4.1
/5
78 Reviews
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Popular Types of Attractions in Sabah
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Outdoor activities
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Cycling
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Water sports
Popular Attractions in Sabah
Tanjung Aru Beach
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Mengalum Island
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Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu
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Sipadan Island
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Sipadan Mangrove Resort
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Tawau Hills Park
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Lankayan Island
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Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC)
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Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre
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Kapalai
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Sipadan Island
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Semporna Ocean Center
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Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu
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Mangrove of Menghe River
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Kiulu River
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Tanjung Aru Beach
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Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu
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Gaya Street
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Tanjung Aru Beach
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Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu
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Manukan Island
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Danum Valley Conservation Area
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Tabin Wildlife Reserve
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Kapalai
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Ladang Tenusu Desa Cattle
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Paraglider
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Mount Kinabalu
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Skymirror Mangrove
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Tanjung Aru Beach
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Bongawan Wetland
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Popular Restaurants in Sabah
Seng Hing Coffee Shop
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Sky Blu Bar
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Ferdinand's
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Yee Fung Laksa
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Welcome Seafood Restaurant
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Suang Tain Seafood Restaurant
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Nagisa Japanese Restaurant
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Diner
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Yu Kee Bak Kut Teh
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Kah Hiong Ngiu Chap
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Fook Yuen Gaya Street
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FIVE SAILS
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Little Italy @ Capital
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Sin Kee Bah Kut Teh Restaurant
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Nook Cafe
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Anjung Lepa
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5 Star Hainanese Chicken Rice & BBQ Pork
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Wiya Chicken Rice
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Sri Tanjung Seafood Restaurant
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Restoran Sri Melaka
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GRAZIE Restaurant
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Peppermint The Vietnamese Restaurant
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Shang Palace
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Alu-Alu Kitchen
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Beyond Veggie
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Cafe TATU at Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort and Spa - Kota Kinabalu
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Restoran Jeti
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Kohinoor North Indian Restaurant
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AL FRESCO
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Fat Mom's Restaurant
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Exploring the Beauty of Sabah State Mosque: A Jewel of Kota Kinabalu
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From Campus to Coastline: Experiencing UMS’s Breathtaking Views!"🏖️🎓
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Arnab Village Ranau: A Fluffy, Hopping Good Time! 🐰💕
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