Manukan Island (Pulau Manukan) Tours
The second-largest island in Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park, Manukan Island (Pulau Manukan) boasts coral reefs, crystal clear waters, white-sand beaches, and lots of lush vegetation. Head to the island to do some snorkeling and to explore on the network of walking trails.
The Basics
Manukan Island offers a variety of outdoor activities: Scuba divers can take advantage of the island’s diving center, while thrill seekers can go paragliding for birds-eye views of the archipelago. As the best developed island in the marine park, Manukan Island is a staple of island-hopping tours, which typically include round-trip transportation and give you free time to swim, snorkel, and hike on 2–4 of the park’s islands.
Things to Know Before You Go
- There is an admission fee to enter the island, which helps fund conservation programs.
- Bring water, sunscreen, bathing suits, and towels.
- Vendors on the island offer snacks and amenities, but prices are steep.
- Only a few vendors on Manukan Island accept credit cards, and there aren’t any ATMs on the island, so bring plenty of cash.
- Manukan Island offers campsites, and you can also rent a beachfront chalet.
How to Get There
You can reach Manukan Island by boat from Jesselton Point, which is located just off the waterfront promenade in Kota Kinabalu. Motorized boats operated by several different companies depart regularly beginning the early morning. The journey takes approximately 30 minutes.
When to Get There
The weather on Manukan Island (Pulau Manukan) stays the same all year round. The island is most crowded from mid-morning until mid-afternoon. For a quiet visit, stay overnight, and you’ll feel like you have the place all to yourself after the day trippers depart.
Exploring the Islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park
Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park is comprised of five islands, which include Sapi, Gaya, Manukan, Sulug, and Mamutik. All of the islands boast hiking trails and world-class snorkeling. One of the park’s highlights is the Coral Flyer Zipline, which connects the islands of Sapi and Gaya and is one of the longest island-to-island ziplines in the world.
Address: Manukan Island, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
3 Tours and Activities to Experience Manukan Island (Pulau Manukan)
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Manukan Island + Sapi or Mamutik Island Trip from Kota Kinabalu
Spend the day in paradise during this day trip to Manukan Island near Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy a range of activities during your beach sojourn, ranging from beach volleyball to sunbathing to snorkeling and more. Additional amenities like the island’s nearly 1-mile-long (1.5-km) walking trail, optional side visit to Sapi or Mamutik Island, and an included barbecue lunch help ensure a memorable day.
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$99.10
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$99.10
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
Hopping Tour in Dinawan Island
Kota Kinabalu is close to downtown and is a very quiet island, so you can feel like a private beach, and the surrounding environment is so well maintained that you can see the clear sight even when enjoying snorkeling. Enjoy various snorkeling points and get Free hammocks, sunbeds and kayaks!
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•09:00 Meeting at hotel lobby
•Getting ready for Dinawan Island Hopping Tour
•First-class snorkeling and kayaking
•Current knowledge lunch
•Secondary snorkeling, kayaking
•Free time after meal
•15:30 Go to hotel
* Schedule may change depending on local situation
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$97.44
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Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park 2 Islands Hopping Tour from Kota Kinabalu
Escape the city and journey to the paradise islands off the coast of Kota Kinabalu on a hassle-free day trip to Manukan Island. Let a guide take care of transfers, entrance fees, and activities as you sit back, relax, and enjoy the white sands and crystal-clear waters of the island. You'll have chance to snorkel and hike in the jungle, and benefit from the in-depth knowledge of a guide.
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$75.65
Price varies by group size
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$75.65
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
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