Welcome to Kota Kinabalu! We will pick you up from the airport and transfer you to your hotel for check in. After a short rest at 4:30 PM, we will bring you to Sutera Marina Jetty for an unforgettable experience onboard the North Borneo Cruises. In this exciting Sunset Dinner Cruise, immerse yourself in the beauty of the South China Sea as we sail past picturesque islands and water villages along Sabah's west coast. During the cruise, feel free to wander around the vessel. The upper deck offers stunning ocean views, a warm sunset ambience, and a gentle sea breeze. Meanwhile, the ethnic-themed air-conditioned restaurant below sets the stage with live acoustic music to entertain everyone throughout the evening. Dinner is served buffet-style, offering the most sought-after culinary delights of Sabah. As the sun sets and the stars illuminate the sky, witness the dazzling city lights of Kota Kinabalu's coastline. Enjoy a delightful dessert or wine as the North Borneo Cruises glides along the Waterfront. After the cruise, we will take you back to the hotel. Overnight at Kota Kinabalu.

Get ready for an exciting adventure as we pick you up from the hotel lobby! Today's journey will bring us into Sabah's lush countryside, where we will have the chance to savour some famous local delicacies, browse through handmade folk souvenirs, and even try some exotic fruits. Scenic drive through picturesque landscapes and lush paddy fields, passing by charming local villages until we reach Tamparuli town. The highlight of this place is the "Jambatan Tamparuli", where you can walk along the bridge and explore the charms of this small town. Continuing journey we will travel uphill along the winding roads of the Crocker Range for about an hour until our next brief stop at Nabalu town, where you can buy fresh produce and snacks. Make sure to visit Nabalu Handicraft Market for souvenirs and the nearby viewing point for a fantastic Mount Kinabalu view. Thereafter, we will stopover at Kinabalu National Park, Malaysia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site. Situated 1,500 meters above sea level, this 754 sq. km park is home to Mount Kinabalu, one of Southeast Asia's tallest mountains. With an altitude of 4,095.2 meters, Mount Kinabalu offers a majestic view that is truly unique to Sabah. During a guided walk along the nature trails in the park's Botanical Garden, you will have the opportunity to discover and learn more about the park's biological treasures, from carnivorous pitcher plants to rare orchid species. The park is home to an incredible variety of flora, with approximately 4,500 plants, including 1,500 orchids. 77 of the orchids are endemic to Kinabalu Park, making a visit here a treat for nature enthusiasts. For animal lovers, the park hosts 289 species of birds, as well as a diverse range of 290 butterfly species. After the nature exploration, we will head to the nearby restaurant within Kinabalu Park and enjoy a sumptuous lunch. Next will be the Kundasang Market. It is a vibrant market that offers a wide variety of goods, including fresh produce, beautiful flowers, and local treats. Check in to hotel / resort. Here, breathe in the fresh mountain air and feel the cool breeze on your skin that you can only experience at this elevated level. Feel free to explore the resort and its surrounding before your dinner later in the evening. Overnight at Kundasang – Zen Garden or Kinabalu Pine or similar

As you wake up, you will be greeted by a misty morning that unveils breathtaking views of Mount Kinabalu at sunrise. The melodious chirping of birds fills the air while fluffy clouds gracefully embrace the valleys below. We begin with a visit to the Desa Cow Farm. Here at Desa Cow Farm, you will be surrounded by grazing cattle in the lush green pastures. These cows provide nearly one million liters of pure mountain-fresh milk every year. While taking in the gorgeous scenic views of Mount Kinabalu, you can get up close to the cattle, bottle-feed adorable calves, and even savour some freshly produced milk or yoghurt of various flavors. Just a short drive away from Desa Cow Farm is Alpaca Club, Sabah's first and only alpaca farm. Step into the charming facility and be welcomed by the friendly and fluffy alpacas. These gentle creatures, known for their soft fleece and endearing personalities, are ready to melt your heart. Get up close and personal as you admire and hand- feed these adorable furry friends. After an exciting morning, lunch served at a local restaurant followed by a visit to the Poring Hot Spring. Now it is time for a soothing Sulphur bath in the Japanese-styled open air tubs! Dip in the all-natural mineral-rich hot springs water, surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens. There is also a cold water pool nearby for those who prefer a cold dip. Next, exploration of Mount Kinabalu’s treetops. The Canopy Treetop Walk invites you to witness the grandeur of a hundred million year old rainforest, from a 105m length walkway suspended 30 meters above lush jungle tangles. After a relaxing soak, bid Kinabalu park goodbye as you return back to your respective hotel. Then, we will begin our journey back to your hotel in Kota Kinabalu, where you can relax or continue your exploration of the city. Overnight (4 nights) Kota Kinabalu

Depart for 3 hours journey to Kudat for an easy breezy day at the beach, where the South China Sea and Sulu Sea converge. This little slice of paradise, bafflingly beautiful with the harmony of sunny skies, blue seas, palm tree was then then first capital of British North Borneo Chartered Company then. The journey will bring you through scenic countryside, paddy fields, villages, palm oil plantations; local stalls selling handicrafts and food items. Along the way, make a brief pit stop at some peanut stalls to get some munchies. Be greeted by the breeze at the Northern Tip of Borneo, also known as Tanjung Simpang Mengayau which means ‘lingering junction’ as it is here that the South China Sea lingers and meets the Sulu seas flowing from the East. Take a stroll on the lavish expanse of white sand that comes complimentary with a breath-taking view of dramatic rocky outcrops. The northern most tip of Borneo is graced with wide publicity through popular mass media from the 2003 book entitled KUDAT. Thereafter, proceed to the Bavanggazo Village for a longhouse visit. Built entirely using local materials, it is home to the Rungus people community, a sub-tribe of the indigenous Kadazandusun. Observe their very own unique bead works, lifestyle and costumes. Lunch will be served Rungus style (Traditional Native Lunch) Thereafter, depart for “Gong” making village, well known for local artisans and their exceptional skills of craftsmanship for a musical instrument rich with history and meaning. Moving forward to the sweet sticky business of bees at the Borneo Honeybee Centre. Get a feel of what actually goes down at the honey farm and of course, a taste of raw honey straight from the comb! Then, we head back to Kota Kinabalu and bid farewell to the sunny splendors of Kudat

Morning at own leisure. Depart Kota Kinabalu (2 pm) and head towards the southern coast of Sabah. Approximately 2 hours journey through breath-taking scenery along the coastal bay. Tour guide will give a short brief to the Guests of what would be experience at the wetlands. Upon arrival, coffee and tea will be served with cakes made by the locals. On board comfortable boat in search of wildlife along the riverbank. Inhabitants can be spotted but highlight will be seeing the proboscis monkeys. Authentic Malaysian Buffet dinner will be served after the first cruise. After dinner, cruise down to the mangrove to witness the emergence of these night fireflies. Along your way back to the base, you will be accompanied by these beetles hovering the mangrove trees like glimmering lights. Transfer back to Kota Kinabalu after tour. Finish around 2100-2130hrs.

Pick up at hotel and transfers to jetty and take boat ride (sharing) towards the Sapi Island within 15-20 minutes arrive at the Island. Be mesmerized by the colorful fishes transparent by the crystal clear blue sea and vast greeneries surrounding the Island. The island furnish with changing rooms, toilets, picnic shelters and tables for recreational use. Just relax under the sun or enjoy the white sandy beach with sandcastles or go snorkeling and look for beautiful corals and fishes. BBQ lunch will be served by 12 noon. Free at leisure for relaxing or an option for water sports such as kayaking, wind surfing, parasailing, fly-fish, banana boat ride, jet skiing and many more! You may participate such water sports in any of the islands. (Water sports at own expenses). Afternoon, we return to mainland and proceed with city sightseeing 

• Tun Mustapha Tower (Tallest Building in Sabah), a 32-storey with unique hanging structure;
• University Malaysia Sabah, the first and only Public University in Sabah with the largest campus area in Malaysia;
• City Mosque ("floating" mosque) opened followed by proclamation of Kota Kinabalu as city status;
• Atkinson Clock Tower, the oldest all-wood, no-nails standing structure in the whole of Sabah.
• Signal Hill, the highest point in the city, best places to get a good view of Kota Kinabalu.
• Tanjung Aru Beach is the best views of the sunsets sum up the experience of everything on this magnificent beach.

Free until time transfers to Kota Kinabalu Airport for your flight back home.