Hop from Sapi to Manukan for clear-water snorkeling, a beachside lunch and easy island swims off Kota Kinabalu. This full-day shared tour includes snorkel gear (fins excluded), transfers and guided time on two of Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park’s most visited islands.
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The speedboat cuts through the South China Sea and spray mists your sunhat as Kota Kinabalu’s skyline fades. In twenty minutes the water levels out and the islands—white sand against jade shallows—rise like coral crowns. On Sapi Island you surface into bright visibility: coral bommies and butterflyfish weaving among staghorn and brain coral, a shallow world that dares you to explore.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
7 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; must be comfortable entering/exiting small boats and swimming short distances with a life jacket.
Wildlife
History
These islands form Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, established to protect nearshore reefs and provide public access to marine recreation near Kota Kinabalu.
Conservation
Visitors should use reef-safe sunscreen, avoid anchoring on coral and follow park signage; local operators support limited-use rules to reduce reef damage.
Reserve your spot on the Island Hopping today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Use mineral-based sunscreen to protect your skin and the coral—apply before you board to avoid contaminating the water.
Waterproof your essentials
Carry a small dry bag or waterproof pouch for your phone, wallet and any medications—cash is useful for optional activities.
Wear water shoes
Sharp coral and hot sand make water shoes a smart choice for beach walks and shallow snorkeling entries.
Avoid touching coral
Do not stand on or touch coral; even light contact damages fragile colonies and disrupts reef recovery.
Swimwear & quick-dry towel
Comfortable swimwear and a quick-dry towel make beach time and changing easier.
summer
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and reduces chemical impact on corals.
summer
Water shoes
Protects feet from coral, rocks and hot sand when entering or exiting the water.
Small dry bag or waterproof pouch
Keeps phone, cash and documents dry during boat transfers and snorkeling.