Kota Kinabalu: Klias River Dinner Cruise with Firefly Spotting
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Enjoy a memorable evening on the Klias River, where the beauty of nature meets local cuisine. Start with a scenic drive to the Klias Forest Reserve, arriving at the jetty for a delightful cup of coffee or tea paired with traditional Malay treats. As the sun sets, cruise the river for a chance to spot proboscis monkeys, exotic birds, and crocodiles in their natural habitat. After a traditional Malay buffet dinner, witness the enchanting display of fireflies illuminating the riverbanks, making for a magical end to your night. - Experience the magic of fireflies illuminating the riverbanks at night - Includes hotel pickup and drop-off, dinner, and afternoon tea - Search for wildlife during the evening river cruise - Perfect for nature lovers and families looking for an immersive experience
Inclusions
What's included
- Dinner
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- English Speaking Driver Cum Guide
- Fireflies watching
- River cruise
- Afternoon Tea
Itinerary
Your journey begins with a pickup from your hotel lobby at approximately 2:15 PM, followed by a scenic 2-hour drive to the Klias Forest Reserve. This picturesque route takes you along coastal roads and through charming local villages, offering glimpses of Sabah’s rural beauty.
After hotel pickup from your lobby, relax during the journey before arriving at the Klias River village jetty, where you will be welcomed with light refreshments, including coffee or tea accompanied by traditional Malay cakes and cookies.
Your river cruise adventure then begins along the calm Klias River, guided by experienced local experts who will help spot the area’s rich wildlife. Keep your camera ready as you search for iconic proboscis monkeys, long‑tailed macaques, a variety of bird species, monitor lizards, and—if lucky—crocodiles resting along the riverbanks.
Following the wildlife cruise, return to the jetty to enjoy a traditional Malay buffet dinner, offering a selection of local dishes in a relaxed riverside setting.
As night falls, embark on a short evening river cruise to witness one of nature’s most enchanting spectacles: thousands of fireflies synchronously lighting up the mangrove trees, creating a magical atmosphere along the river.
After the firefly experience, sit back and relax as you are transferred back to Kota Kinabalu, with drop‑off at your hotel.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 15 travellers
- Operated by
- Discova Southeast Asia
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Kota Kinabalu
- Its from-price is 40% below the median of the 55 day trips we list in Kota Kinabalu.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu is the capital of Sabah on Borneo, a coastal city facing offshore islands, with Mount Kinabalu rising on the horizon inland.
Kota Kinabalu sits on the north-west coast of Borneo, in the Malaysian state of Sabah, with a waterfront of markets, seafood restaurants and a long promenade. The islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park lie just offshore. On a clear day Mount Kinabalu, 4,095 metres high and the tallest peak in Malaysia, rises inland. The city was called Jesselton until the 1960s.
Top-ranked sights in Kota Kinabalu: Mt. Kinabalu (Gunung Kinabalu), Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park (TARP), Kota Kinabalu City Mosque (Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu).
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