Bongawan River Cruise Proboscis Monkey, SkyMirror, Fireflies
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8 hours
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Bongawan River Cruise – A Hidden Gem of Borneo!
Experience the best value for money with 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 lush mangroves, home to fascinating wildlife and breathtaking 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!
Meeting point for pick up is at Citadines The Shore
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Kota Kinabalu City Mosque
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!
Cocoa Kingdom KK Chocolate House
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! ✨
What‘s Included
Admission to floating mosque
Photographer
Admission to Bongawan Jetty
Dinner
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tour Guide
Admission to chocolate factory
Fuel surcharge
Coffee and/or Tea
Gratuities
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Bongawan River Cruise Proboscis Monkey, SkyMirror, Fireflies
Reviews
51 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A beautiful time in the nature
shervin t,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We saw proboscis monkeys, fireflies ,mangroves and beautiful sunset. We were impressed with the tour guides who were friendly, knowledgeable and polite. Simone our guide for the chocolate factory told us lots of interesting information and had a great historical and general knowledge Edie who was our main guide was informative, caring and helpful. He was very knowledgeable about the different animals, natural environment and plants. He explained to us a lot of interesting things about animals, plants and human effects on the environment, and at times making it humorous and fun. He ensured that everyone was well looked after and even took mirror imaged of us. Thanks Edie. The refreshments and dinner were delicious and tasteful too. Thanks to the local ladies who prepared them. We do recommend this tour for everyone.
Great day. Eddie is a...
Terry L,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great day. Eddie is a great guide and very informative. Even though monkey sightings were not great, lots of fireflies, sunset and nice dinner.
Our great tour with Rassik
alisonl889,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We joined the tour organized by a tour guide called Rassik and he’s been very caring and detailed in explaining the tour and making sure that we are aware of the arrival of the pick up and our satisfaction about the trip. It was a rainy day when we visited and yet the experienced tour guide was able to bring us to the spots where fireflies were and he also tried hard to attract the fireflies to fly over our boat which was absolutely amazing.
Wet excursion to the Wetlands - monkeys don't mind the rainin
C3894MJkarls,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Basically, this boat trip to the Wetlands is highly recommended! We unfortunately had rainy weather and it rained tw. Flooding. The nature watching, however, was great - we could observe many different monkeys, it was a great experience! Please conditionally suitable rain cover Wrap it up!
A Tour that You can't Missed in Kota Kinabalu
Jeremy C,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I enjoyed this tour very much even though the weather condition did not allow me to see the most beautiful natural landscape. My guide Eddie and Zai were very friendly and knowledgeable about Sabah nature, landscape, lifestyle, culture and politics that they shared many interesting stories on the way to the floating mosque, chocolate factory, and the Bongawan River. There were two nice boat rides in the river, the first one for the Proboscis Monkeys and the second one for the fireflies. It was unfortunate due to some heavy rain in the afternoon, we couldn't observe the beautiful sunset at the beach.
Eddie was a nice guide,...
Alexis L,,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Eddie was a nice guide, he gave us enough information to enjoy our trip. We strongly recommend this experience. Security rules were perfect.
Great staff
Rickt A,,Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00No photographer (but tour says it is included), started 1 hour later because no floating mosque (not available on fridays), but no discount price for shorter time Tour guides were very good. Quite knowledgeable and friendly. Guide caught fireflies for customers which was a nice gesture Usually we don’t like side trips like chocolate tour but it was quite good. Very informative about cacao plus many samples to taste. Overall nice enjoyable tour. Would strongly recommend.
Beautiful experience in Borneo
Anna F,,Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very nice experience and our guide Timmy very knowledgeable and available to answer any questions. Highly recommended!!
Eddie was very friendly...
Rebecca M,,Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Eddie was very friendly and informative, made day a real pleasure, daytrip was lovely, rest of group were fab too
Great tour guide
Lee B,,Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a very enjoyable experience and was great value. The meal at the end of the tour was great. Our tour guide Timmy was very friendly and knowledgeable and provided a wealth of knowledge on the local area, history and wildlife. He is a superb tour guide and we highly recommend booking this tour with Timmy.
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