• Kota Kinabalu - Begin the adventure with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Kota Kinabalu, or choose a cost-effective entry ticket option without hotel transfer and meet directly at the cruise site. Those selecting the private tour will enjoy a complimentary visit to the Filipino market either before or after the cruise. Guests will receive guidance in exploring the market’s various sections for a guided tour or personalized brief stops along the way, then continue through areas where the cityscape gradually gives way to lush rice paddies and charming villages (not applicable for those without transfer).
• River Cruise Jetty - Upon reaching the tranquil Bongawan jetty, guests are welcomed with tea and light snacks before embarking on the first river cruise through vibrant mangrove forests, where animals are most active during the cooler parts of the day. Spot potential long-tail macaques and other wildlife. Although wildlife sightings can be somewhat unpredictable due to their natural behavior, the guides’ expertise significantly enhances the chances of experiencing unforgettable moments.
• Bongawan - After the wildlife cruise, continue to capture the most picturesque moments. The Sky Mirror Beach experience is named for the extraordinary phenomenon that occurs during low tide when the receding waters create a vast, mirror-like surface that perfectly reflects the sky above. As the sun sets, it paints the sky in stunning shades of orange, pink, and purple, with these colors reflecting beneath your feet, creating a magical atmosphere that many visitors consider the highlight of their experience. Then return for a delicious Malay-style dinner served on board.
• Bongawan Firefly Tour - As dinner concludes, the tour enters its final chapter: a delightful firefly cruise showcasing one of nature’s most captivating spectacles. The guides often share intriguing facts about these insects’ life cycle and behavior, while encouraging visitors to minimize artificial light and noise to fully appreciate the natural phenomenon. For many travelers, this experience is a unique opportunity to witness a natural wonder that is becoming increasingly rare, emphasizing the importance of preserving pristine environments like Bongawan.
• Kota Kinabalu - At the end of this cruise, return to your hotel with included transfers or via your own transport (for those without transfer), carrying unforgettable memories to cherish for a lifetime.

• Hotel pickup and drop-off round trip (If selected)
• 2 boat cruise segments: wildlife and fireflies experience
• Life jacket
• English and Malay speaking instructor
• Dinner
• All necessary permits, fees, and taxes
• Sky mirror beach sunset viewpoint
• Hi-Tea refreshments upon arrival

• Personal expense and itinerary

Join the Bongawan River Cruise for an unforgettable ecological journey in Kota Kinabalu. Experience close encounters with wildlife, marvel at breathtaking natural wonders, and immerse yourself in local culture through shared or private tours, or simply with entry tickets, all available in your preferred language. Alternatively, opt for a private tour that includes a visit to a Filipino market, complete with dinner and refreshments at the end of the adventure.

As night falls, the grand finale unfolds: drift quietly along the river and be captivated as fireflies light up the mangrove trees, turning them into a sparkling, twinkling galaxy. This immersive experience blends stunning nature, photography, and a taste of local culture, making it a perfect day trip from Kota Kinabalu. It includes a local guide, ticket, entry fee, dinner, refreshments, and optional transfer service, market visit, or stops along the route.

• The itinerary may be modified due to bad weather, governments rules, and current road conditions.
• Just a friendly reminder that this is a wildlife area, so wildlife or fireflies sightings aren’t guaranteed.
• Please be aware that weather, river, traffic, and local regulations may cause delays in the tour’s start and end times.
• This tour package is based on join-in basis of shared guide and optional transportation.
• It is recommended that you bring your own binoculars to maximise your visual experience.
• If you opt not to include transfer pick-up, please ensure arrive at the meeting on time. Failure to do so will result in a non-refund.
• Pls be advised that if the group is too large, a larger cruise or boat might be used.
• A private tour can request quick stop along the way with experience to filipino market visit.
• This tour run in day and shine.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.