Tours/Kota Kinabalu/Guided Snorkeling Day Trip, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia
Viator · group up to 12 pax

Guided Snorkeling Day Trip, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia

4.9(304)Kota Kinabalu1 hour
VIATOR4.7(54)TRIPADVISOR4.9(250)

Description

You will be collected from Jesselton Point Jetty, Kota Kinabalu and taken into the local marine park - Tunku Abdul Rahman where you will be briefed and taken on three guided snorkelling tours. The maximum group size is six, and your in-water guide will be a RAID Professional, fully trained and insured, making sure your day goes perfectly. There will be two sessions in the morning with one after lunch. We provide masks, snorkels, fins, wet suits and life jackets if required. There is free-flowing drinking water all day, with lunch served on an island. This tour is suitable for all those wishing to explore the underwater world of Sabah. We ask that all persons be fit and healthy and comfortable in water that is too deep to stand up in.

Tour Options

Guided Snorkeling Day Trip, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia

Highlights

We include lunch served on tropical island with a choice from a menu. Vegetarian options available.
All Fees and Taxes
Snorkelling equipment including life jacket if required.
Boat transfers - We offer two great boats. Both are 33ft x 9ft wide Trimaran.
Drinking water onboard our boats

What's included

Included
We include lunch served on tropical island with a choice from a menu. Vegetarian options available.
All Fees and Taxes
Snorkelling equipment including life jacket if required.
Boat transfers - We offer two great boats. Both are 33ft x 9ft wide Trimaran.
Drinking water onboard our boats
Not included
Anything not specifically mentioned above.
Travel Insurance for unforeseen circumstances/force majeure.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(304)

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sabinelI7221WW
May 6, 2026
Very good!

Great day tour with snorkel stops away from the hustle and bustle. We saw a lot of animals and our guide was top!

Operator response

Hi! Thank you very much for your lovely review!🥰 We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the snorkeling spots away from the crowds and had a great time seeing so much marine life. We’ll also share your kind words with our guide. Hope to welcome you again in the future! Regards, Thecla

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Tram D
May 5, 2026
Great Time Snorkeling in Kota Kinabalu

We had a fantastic time snorkeling on this trip! Everything was perfectly organized from start to finish. Our captain was lovely, and our guide, Didi, was exceptional—truly fun, caring, and attentive to every guest's needs. It was a small group of only seven, and we were taken to three secluded spots away from the crowds to snorkel . Didi stayed in the water with us the whole time to ensure our safety, point out amazing marine life, and even capture photos for us! Lunch was a la carte with choices to select, simple but good. Over all it was a good experience and we recommend this tour!

Operator response

Hi Tram Doan! Thank you so much for your lovely review!🤩 We’re very happy to hear you had a fantastic snorkeling trip and enjoyed the small-group experience. We’ll definitely share your kind words with Didi and our captain. They’ll be delighted to hear this. Thank you for recommending Borneo Dream, and we hope to welcome you and Philip again soon! Regards, Thecla

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Penny_G
May 1, 2026
Laid back snorkeling tour...

Laid back snorkeling tour with tons of time in the water. I saw so many cool things: sharks, eel, stingray, puffer fish, and barracuda. You know you have a good guide when he picks up the couple pieces of trash that were on the reef. Thanks Dede!

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Henning G
April 18, 2026
It was a great experience, the guide was super nice and did a great job, we even got to see a turtle, which was a rare experienc

100% will do it again when back in KK.

Operator response

Hi! Thank you so much for your kind review and for choosing Borneo Dream Travel & Tours! We’re thrilled you had a great experience and even got to see a turtle. That’s always a special moment 🐢✨ We’ll be sure to pass your compliments to your guide. We really appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back in KK for another adventure soon! 🌊 Regards, Thecla

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TravelLoversince52
April 17, 2026
Fabulous Day Snorkelling

A fabulous day snorkelling in three locations. Lots of colourful fish, including black-tipped reef sharks, giant clams, Nemo, and kauri shells. Yadi, our guide, pointed out many things we would have missed. Lunch was satisfying with the bonus of a visit from a monitor lizard. There were only three snorkellers and two divers on this trip; they usually keep the group size small. Captain Jack was excellent and helpful.

Operator response

Hi Deborah & Robert! Thank you for your lovely review and for choosing Borneo Dream Travel & Tours! We’re so glad you enjoyed the snorkeling and the amazing marine life. We’re especially happy you appreciated our small group experience. It allows for more comfort, personal attention, and better opportunities to fully enjoy and explore each site at a relaxed pace. We’ll also be sure to share your kind words with Yadi and Captain Jack. Hope to welcome you again soon for another memorable adventure! 🌊 Regards, Thecla

おいおいおい
April 14, 2026
Great for snorkeling with plenty of time

I've been on snorkeling tours all over the place and it's been great. We went snorkeling in the morning, two places in the afternoon. Each one has a different atmosphere. The weather was nice, so all the places were beautiful. I land on the island for lunch, but you can choose from about 10 different menus. Kota Kinabalu is very close to the snorkeling point after leaving the port and the time to snorkel is long, so I wanted to go again.

Operator response

Hi Koichi & Kei! 🤩 Thank you very much for your wonderful review and for choosing Borneo Dream for your snorkeling trip. We are truly happy to hear that you enjoyed the variety of snorkeling spots, the beautiful conditions, and the lunch experience on the island. Your kind words mean a lot to our team and motivate us to keep delivering the best possible experiences. We hope to welcome you back again for another amazing adventure in Kota Kinabalu! 🤩🥳 Regards, Thecla

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Roving57663
April 8, 2026
Wonderful KK snorkel experience

What a wonderful day on the water! We snorkeled all day around three different islands and had lunch. Each island had a different experience with reef or sand or wildlife. Each island had a different experience with reef, sand, and wildlife. Alex was a fantastic guide-thoughtful, friendly, and patient. He took pictures of us as a group and took our camera to get close up of something we really liked. The tour was inappropriate price for the experience. There were a five people in our group with the perfect. One member of our group was a first time snorkeler and needed some extra assistance and Alex stayed by his side to help him. I imagine having stopped in KK without spending a day in the water and I certainly picked the best trip. Alex, I have the video of the jellyfish with the crab in it, and it turned out great! Tell me how to send it to you!

Operator response

Hi! Thank you so much for your kind words!😍 We’re really happy to hear you had such a wonderful day snorkeling and enjoyed the different islands and marine life experiences. It’s great to know Alex made your trip special and helped everyone feel comfortable in the water. We’d love to see your video 😊 You can send it to Alex via email at info@borneodream.com or WhatsApp at +60178118149. Hope to see you again soon! Regards, Thecla.

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Kelly R
April 5, 2026
Great Snorkeling Trip

Amazing day out snorkeling with the best guide! I like that this company chooses different snorkeling sites based on weather and crowds. Our guide was incredibly informative and kind. We saw some amazing marine life such as reef sharks and sea turtles. Highly recommend!

Operator response

Hi kelly! Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re delighted to hear you had such an enjoyable snorkeling trip and appreciated our guide’s knowledge and care. We’re also glad you had the chance to see incredible marine life🐠🐟 Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to see you again in the future✨ Regards, Thecla.

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peta_singapore
March 22, 2026
A great day out!

We had a wonderful day! Alex, Brendan and Jack were very knowledgeable about the area and the sealife and made the day both educational and fun. Highly recommended ❤️

Operator response

Hi! Wow, thank you! We’re delighted you had such a wonderful experience. Alex, Brendan, and Jack will be especially happy to hear your feedback. It means a lot to us that you found the day both fun and educational. You’re always welcome back for another adventure✨ Regards, Thecla.

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smelliemellie1201
March 21, 2026
Best family snorkelling experience ever!

We joined this tour as a family of two seniors, four adults, and a 17-month-old toddler. We were pleasantly surprised to find that it was just our group on the boat—it felt like a private tour, which made the experience even more special. Our guides, Alex and Captain Azmi, were exceptional from start to finish. We felt very well taken care of, and Alex made us feel completely safe and at ease in the water. He communicated clearly throughout the trip, always giving us a heads-up on where we were heading and what to expect next. As it was our baby’s first time out at sea, we were especially grateful for how patient and accommodating both Alex and Azmi were. They gave us all the time we needed and never once made us feel rushed. A particularly memorable moment was when Captain Azmi kindly let our little one “drive” the boat—he absolutely loved it! During the snorkelling session, Alex went above and beyond to ensure everyone’s safety. He took great care of my mum, guiding her along while she held onto a life ring the entire time. His knowledge of the marine life was also impressive—he pointed out unique sights we would have otherwise missed, including octopus eggs nestled between corals. We were also lucky enough to spot a turtle and even a blacktip reef shark! We had such a wonderful experience and truly couldn’t recommend this company enough. It was thoughtful, safe, and incredibly memorable for our whole family.

Operator response

Hi! Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted your family had such a special and comfortable experience with us. Alex and Captain Azmi will truly appreciate your lovely words. We’re especially glad your little one enjoyed the “driving” moment and that everyone felt safe and well cared for. It means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you all again soon! Regards, Thecla.

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