Day 1 

1400 hrs : Pick up from your hotel 

Make a Stop to Coconut Pudding Before head to  Kota Kinabalu City Mosque

Proceed to Kota Kinabalu City Mosque

Continue the journey to Kawa-Kawa Village

1630 hrs : welcoming drink and some light local traditional refreshment

sightseeing tour around the Mangrove river cruise

see wildlife in mangrove such Proboscis Monkey , Macaques , Egret bird and many more

1730 hrs : back to the jetty and dinner will be serve

enjoy the sunset at the beach

1800 – 1900 hrs : see firefly during nighttime at the nanamun mangrove area

back to your hotel respectively

🌿 Day Trip to Kawa Kawa Proboscis Monkeys and Fireflies

An unforgettable wildlife and sunset experience from Kota Kinabalu Kawa Kawa Proboscis Monkeys and Fireflies

🕑 2:00 PM – Hotel Pickup ( Kota Kinabalu Area)

Your adventure begins at 2:00 PM, when our driver picks you up from your hotel in Kota Kinabalu. This marks the start of your exciting Kawa Kawa Proboscis Monkeys and Fireflies day trip.

🕌 Visit to Kota Kinabalu City Mosque (Floating Mosque)

• First, we will make a short stop at the stunning Kota Kinabalu City Mosque, also known as the Floating Mosque.

• The drive takes about 15 minutes from the city center to the north.

• Once there, you will have 30 minutes to admire and photograph one of the most iconic mosques in Sabah.

• This scenic stop is a perfect way to begin the Kawa Kawa Proboscis Monkeys and Fireflies journey.

🚐 Journey to Kawa Kawa Village

• Next, we continue the drive to Kawa Kawa Village, which takes around 1.5 hours through lush countryside.

• This peaceful drive brings you closer to the natural beauty and rural charm that sets the scene for your Kawa Kawa Proboscis Monkeys and Fireflies tour.

🍹 4:30 PM – Arrival and Refreshments

• Upon arrival, you will be welcomed at a local riverside restaurant.

• Enjoy a refreshing welcome drink and sample some traditional light snacks.

• Shortly after, your Kawa Kawa Proboscis Monkeys and Fireflies river cruise begins.

🛶 Mangrove Cruise & Wildlife Spotting

• As the cruise begins, you will glide along the mangrove river, surrounded by serene natural beauty.

• During the Kawa Kawa Proboscis Monkeys and Fireflies cruise, you may spot:

  • The unique and rare Proboscis monkeys swinging in the trees

  • Playful macaques

  • Graceful egret birds

  • And possibly other fascinating wildlife living in the mangrove ecosystem

• In addition, your guide will share fun facts about the local animals and their habitats.

🍽️ 5:30 PM – Return to Jetty & Dinner

• After the cruise, you’ll return to the jetty around 5:30 PM.

• Then, enjoy a tasty local dinner at the restaurant while taking in the peaceful river atmosphere.

• Meanwhile, you’ll also have a chance to watch a stunning sunset over the nearby beach – one of the best parts of the Kawa Kawa Proboscis Monkeys and Fireflies experience.

✨ 6:00 PM – Firefly Watching Experience

• As the sky darkens, prepare for the magical firefly show – a highlight of the Kawa Kawa Proboscis Monkeys and Fireflies tour.

• Between 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM, if the weather is good, the Nanamun mangrove forest lights up with thousands of sparkling fireflies.

• The trees look like they’re glowing with fairy lights – a peaceful and unforgettable moment to end your day.

🏨 Return to Hotel – Kawa Kawa Proboscis Monkeys and Fireflies

• Finally, after your full Kawa Kawa Proboscis Monkeys and Fireflies day trip, you’ll be transported back to your hotel in Kota Kinabalu.

• You’ll return with wonderful memories of Borneo’s unique wildlife, river views, sunset, and fireflies.

✅ Why Choose the Kawa Kawa Proboscis Monkeys and Fireflies Tour?

• Convenient hotel pickup from Kota Kinabalu

• Visit the Floating Mosque, a must-see landmark

• Cruise through mangrove rivers full of wildlife

• See Proboscis monkeys, macaques, and birds

• Enjoy a local dinner and beach sunset

• Witness the beauty of fireflies glowing in the dark

• A perfect half-day trip filled with nature, culture, and magic

Number of Person

Price Per Person (min 2 pax)

Local 

Ex KK Hotel

Ex Jetty

RM160

RM110

International

Ex KK Hotel

Ex Jetty

RM180

RM130