Bongawan River Cruise – A Hidden Gem of Borneo! Please note on Fridays Mosque is not available. Meeting Point for Pick Up at 1 PM Burger King, Ground Floor, The Shore, Jalan Lapan Belas. Experience the Bongawan River Cruise! We offer the best service, certified expert guides ensuring an unforgettable adventure. No other provider matches our quality! This hidden paradise offers a relaxing journey through mangroves, home to fascinating wildlife and sunset views. Why You Should Book This Experience: Wildlife Encounters – Spot proboscis monkeys, long-tailed macaques, and exotic birds in their natural habitat. Breathtaking Sunset – Watch the sky transform into a stunning canvas of colors as the sun sets over the river. Magical Fireflies – After dark, witness thousands of fireflies lighting up the trees, creating a fairy-tale atmosphere. Tranquil Escape – Perfect for those who love nature, photography, and peaceful getaways. Enjoy a delicious local dinner after the cruise!
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Kota Kinabalu’s iconic Floating Mosque! This stunning mosque, surrounded by a serene lagoon, creates a picturesque reflection that makes it one of the most photogenic spots in the city. What You’ll Do: ✅ Admire the magnificent architecture of the Floating Mosque. ✅ Capture stunning photos with the mosque’s reflection on the water. ✅ Option to rent traditional local outfits for a unique and cultural photoshoot. Whether you're looking for cultural exploration or Instagram-worthy shots, this experience is perfect for you!
iscover Cocoa Kingdom – A Chocolate Lover’s Paradise! Step into Cocoa Kingdom, where you’ll experience the rich flavors of Sabah’s finest chocolates. This is the perfect stop for chocolate enthusiasts and those curious about the cocoa-making process. What You’ll Do: ✅ Explore a variety of locally made chocolates, from classic milk chocolate to exotic Sabah flavors. ✅ Enjoy free chocolate tasting – try durian, coconut, and other unique flavors! ✅ Learn about the chocolate-making process and the history of cocoa in Sabah. ✅ Shop for souvenirs and gifts, including premium cocoa products. A must-visit for those with a sweet tooth and a love for local delights! ✨
Bongawan River Cruise – A Nature Lover’s Escape! Embark on a relaxing river cruise along the scenic Bongawan River, where you’ll experience Sabah’s rich wildlife and stunning sunset views. What You’ll Do: ✅ Cruise through the tranquil Bongawan River, surrounded by lush mangrove forests. ✅ Spot proboscis monkeys, macaques, and other wildlife in their natural habitat. ✅ Enjoy the breathtaking sunset over the river, a perfect photo opportunity. ✅ After dark, witness the magical fireflies glowing along the riverbanks. ✅ Savor a delicious tea time and local dinner. A perfect experience for nature lovers, photographers, and those looking for a peaceful getaway! ✨
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Bongawan River Cruise Proboscis Monkey, SkyMirror, Fireflies lasts about 8 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
Prices start at $54 per person for this Kota Kinabalu experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 1:00 PM.
Children aged 4–11 pay from $49, adults from $54.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Ground floor there is a Burger King next to a convenience store called Orange. From there our guide will meet you for the pick up. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in CMN, YUE, EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 48 participants.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 107 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by City MPV Travel & Tours.
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Eddie was very knowledgeable and friendly. He made the whole trip very fun. He made sure everyone in the group is taken care of. He even drop off people to their specific hotels at the end so they don’t have to walk back at night.
John our guide was excellent, he drove, he guided, he tried to lure fireflies and was expert in the wildlife we were looking at. The highlights were on the riverboats bot during the day looking for monkeys and after dark looking for fireflies, both excellent experiences despite the pouring rain. That perhaps added to the authenticity of the experience. Boeing dropped off at our hotels late in to the night was much appreciated.
The experience was very nice. Eddie made the excursion a unique moment. He took us to every corner to be able to see the animals and the fireflies and all of that accompanied by explanations that helped us understand the whole context of the city
We enjoyed our trip visiting the floating mosque, the tasting at the chocolate factory and of course the river cruise. We did see lots of macaques and some proboscis monkeys. I liked the fireflies best, because I had never seen them before. Eddie was a great guide and the food was pretty good too.
At first, I didn't receive a reply to my messages to confirm our participation and so I had to contact Viator. This tour did not do hotel pick ups and we had to go to the meeting place Citadines Waterfront. We were met by our tour guide Eddie and we rode a van. We visited the floating mosque and the chocolate house. There was a delay in leaving the chocolate house and we waited for our van for 20 minutes, as the driver had to pick up another set of tourists. Then we had to switch to another van and we lost our original seats. Anyway, John was our guide at this point. It was an hour's drive to the Bongawan river. On arrival , we were served refreshments. It was a good day for cruising around to see the Proboscis monkey and the crocodile. Then we watched the sunset at the beach and someone made a fireworks demonstration. We rode the boat again to view the fireflies. After the river cruise, we had a good dinner before heading back to KKCC and we were glad that Eddie and John took us back to our hotel and not the meeting place so that we don't have to walk at night.
A great tour, well planned with an excellent and knowledgeable guide John. On the cruise both John and Eddie ensured we all enjoyed the scenery and wildlife. Eddie gave us an insight to the monkeys, monitor lizards and fireflies. Fully recommend this trip.
After a bit of a slow start and the floating mosque and chocolate factory, the river cruise, sunset and fireflies didn’t disappoint. A wonderful excursion.
John was an excellent guide at the river cruise. The boatman Musa was equally helpful in locating the monkeys, we spotted so many. We enjoyed the day. It was magical at the end watching the fireflies.
This was such a great tour! We got to see so many of the monkeys and Eddie was a great guide! I highly recommend this tour!
A great group tour. The guides weee amazing. Timmy was the absolute best! Knowledgable about everything and I loved that he could explain life cycles and much more. It’s a long excursion, specially on a hot day but a lot of fun: Tip, a lot of people opted not to go inside the mosque. You are in Malaysian Borneo, embrace what it has to offer. We got to see the probiscus monkeys and the long-tailed macaque. The fireflies were a delight at night. Be prepared for a a larger group. Smaller vans of about 12-16 transport and we had 3 vans in our group. There was AC so it was comfortable
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bongawan River Cruise Proboscis Monkey, SkyMirror, Fireflies | 8 hours | 4.8 (107) | $54 | |
 Sky-Mirror Photographing and Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies Watching River-Cruise | 6–8 hours | 4.2 (118) | $46 | View |
 Full Day Bongawan River Cruise with Proboscis Monkey Sightseeing | 5–6 hours | 4.7 (15) | $56 | View |
 Kota Kinabalu: Bongawan River Cruise, City Tour & Fireflies | 4–8 hours | 3.8 (13) | $27 | View |
 Borneo (Klias) River Cruise & Fireflies Tour | 9 hours | 4.5 (133) | $50 | View |
 Day Trip Sepilok Orang Utan & Proboscis Monkey (Flight Excluded) | 10 hours | 4.5 (20) | $176 | View |
 Kota Kinabalu: Klias River Dinner Cruise with Firefly Spotting | 7 hours | — | $72 | View |