10 Reasons to Visit Kota Kinabalu

Here are 10 reasons to visit Kota Kinabalu as a destination in itself, and not as a gateway… Learn more

To see the Mari Mari Cultural Village

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It’s the Gateway to Kinabalu Park and Mount Kinabalu

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There are some great snorkelling spots

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For the beautiful Sunset at Tanjung Aru Beach

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For the hiking trails

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