6 days in Sabah Itinerary

A holiday in Kota Kinabalu, the state capital and main gateway town, offers access to urban areas boasting a diverse and rapidly evolving set of malls, bars, and quality restaurants serving locally caught seafood.

Step out of the city life by going to Kinabalu Park and Dalit Bay Golf & Country Club. Kids will appreciate attractions like Kota Kinabalu City Mosque and Lok Kawi Wildlife Park. There's still lots to do: tee off at Sutera Harbour Golf & Country Club.

To see ratings, photos, and other tourist information, read Kota Kinabalu trip planner.

Singapore, Singapore to Kota Kinabalu is an approximately 6-hour flight. In November, daytime highs in Kota Kinabalu are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Mon) early enough to catch the flight to Sandakan.

Taking a trip to Sandakan remains one of the best ways to enjoy eco-friendly and culturally rewarding adventures in one of Borneo's largest cities.

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Tue): explore the wealth of natural beauty at Turtle Island Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: get a new perspective on nature at Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC), stroll through Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre (BSBCC), and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary.

To see other places to visit, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Sandakan road trip app.

Traveling by flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In November, daily temperatures in Sandakan can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Wed) early enough to fly back home.