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Klias Wildlife Safari River Cruise (Admission Ticket)

• Visit Klias Wetland
• Proboscis Monkey and Fireflies Sightings
• Hi-Tea and Local Buffet Dinner
• Not Including Airport or Hotel Pick-up or Drop-off Service from/to Kota Kinabalu

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Enter the pristine Klias wetlands and mosey your way down the Klias River in an open boat. Keep your eyes peeled and grab your binoculars to spot Bornean-endemic wildlife such as proboscis monkeys, long-tailed macaques, and the rare silver langur! At sundown, enjoy a local buffet dinner while you immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of Mother Nature before taking a trip through a mangrove swamp graced by dazzling fireflies.

Need a transfer service to Klias River Cruise? Book an All-Inclusive Klias River Cruise package with transportation and entrance fee.

• Operating Hours: 4:30PM - 7:30PM
• Show your mobile or printed ticket at Klias Jetty (Subject to supplier's location)
• You must arrive at the jetty at least 30 minutes prior to boarding time.
• For guests who purchase tickets with transfer, you will be picked up from your KK city hotel lobby 2-3 hour before the cruising time.

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• You are advised to bring your own binoculars to enhance you Borneo's wildlife viewing experience.
• We do not guarantee wildlife sightings. 

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Klias Wildlife Safari River Cruise - Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies

Klias Wildlife Safari River Cruise - Proboscis Monkey & Fireflies Print

FROM MYR 270

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Travel Period: 01 January 2024 till 31 December 2024

• Rate Per Person is based on Join-In Tour Basis (shared guide & vehicle).
• All rates displayed are quoted in Ringgit Malaysia (MYR) .
• All rates are inclusive of 0% Goods and Services Tax (GST).

CHILD POLICY

• Child rate applies for children between 3 - 11 years old.
• Infant below 2 years old is FOC. 

OUTSKIRT HOTELS PICK-UP & DROP OFF SURCHARGES

• Additional charges of MYR 80 per pax are applicable for outskirt hotels pick-ups. Outskirt Charges are applicable for Hotels in One Borneo, Putatan, and within 20km radius of Kota Kinabalu City Centre.

PRIVATE TOUR SERVICE

• RM 450 per Van
• RM 760 per Luxury MPV

Tour highlights

• Visit Klias River
• Search for Proboscis Monkeys
• Fireflies Sightings
• Hi-Tea & Dinner
• Hotel Pickup / Drop Off

Overview of Tour

Journey 112km from Kota Kinabalu City to the pristine Klias wetlands. Cruise your way down Klias River in an open boat in search of the endemic proboscis monkeys, long tailed macaques, the rare silver languor, and other wildlife along the river bank.

Get your cameras and binoculars on stand-by and keep your eyes peeled for the shy creatures chilling on the branches.

As dusk settles in with a sunset, enjoy the sights and sounds in a natural setting as you have a sumptuous village style dinner.  The show’s not over yet though, as there is one more trip through the mangrove swamp.  This time, it is graced by the secret rhythm of fireflies and their flickering lights.

Do remember though, while we are entering a natural habitat where wildlife sightings are common, it is NOT GUARANTEED.

About The Location

Located on the Klias Peninsula is the Klias Wetland, a Mangrove Forest Reserve. With the bizarre-looking proboscis monkey gaining as much popularity with the tourists as the orang utan, the Klias Wetland with its large proboscis population is fast becoming the latest ecotourism destination in Sabah.

Did You Know

Proboscis Monkeys

Proboscis monkeys (Nasalis larvatus), nicknamed “Monyet Belanda” or “Dutchman”, are endangered mammals that are endemic to Borneo. Their key characteristics are the huge pendulous noses used to attract mates, big bellies, their striking colours fur coats for adults, and a permanently erect bright red penis seen in mature males. They live in organized harem groups consisting of a dominant male and up to 24 females with their offspring. They have webbed feet and hands to help them outpace the crocodiles, one of their main predators. Proboscis monkeys survive mainly on a diet of leaves, seeds, and unripe fruits but will occasionally consume insects as well. The only fruit they will eat are unripe fruits, as the sugars in ripe fruits can ferment in their stomachs and cause fatal bloating. 

We spontaneously booked the tour the day before at the Amazing Borneo office. Mildred was very nice and organized everything for us.

We were picked up from our hotel and had a 2-hour drive ahead of us. The guide was very nice and provided us with interesting information about the tour in advance. Unfortunately, it rained a lot that day. Nevertheless, we were lucky enough to see monkeys and fireflies in the evening. Surprisingly, we were even able to spot a baby crocodile.

All in all, it was a great experience.

Booking was done directly through the operator's website, which was fuss-free. The day before the tour, the operator contacted us to confirm the pickup time and location.

Richard, the tour guide, is friendly and approachable. He let us know what to expect on the trip beforehand, and he takes care of us well. Although this is a join-in group, he will make an effort to explain details to both of us so that we can enjoy the river cruise.

Jonathan, the driver (I hope I got your name correct), drives steady and well. It is a 2+ hour drive from KK city to the location, and the road condition is not optimal (quite bumpy due to construction).

The snacks and buffet dinner were quite good. We managed to see proboscis monkeys, macaques, one silver languor, and lots of fireflies.

Overall experience of the tour is 4.5/5. It is recommended for people who want to have a first-time experience of seeing the wild without the need for hiking.

Hi, I am Sutida from Thailand. I joined the boat tour. It’s a really good experience. Highly Recommendation. And the staff office-Sylvia, she is really nice and helps me to book the tour. She is a valuable staff.

This trip was truly special. Ijack organized and communicated it so well, and Loong delivered it with such enthusiasm, knowledge, and grace. There were so many monkeys, birds, and fireflies, as well as the odd crocodile! Overall, it was a wonderful experience. The food was fabulous as well, although there was too much!

Meet tour guide Ryan from the hotel and he is nice and resonsibility person. We went to Klias river cruise to search for Proboscis Monkeys and Fireflies Sightings. Ryan was good knowledgeable and will recomend Amzing Borneo to my friend for their next Sabah visit.

Our excursion to and on the Klias River was excellent. Booking on line worked very well. We phoned from our hotel to confirm p/u time and they were spot on. It was a long drive to the Klias River but well worth it. Everything was very well organized and all people concerned very friendly which made a great day. Thoroughly enjoyed the boat cruise especially at night to see the fire flies. The guide actually put one on my hand which was amazing. The boat "driver" was so much fun and so good at spotting "the natives". Afternoon tea and dinner was very enjoyable. Great choice and it was good that we could choose ourselves. Thank you for a wonderful outing - the best thing we did in Kota Kinabalu.

Friendly professional service.

Tour guide was very kind and thoughtful. We really enjoyed every moment of the tour. Our guide Neil was great in assisting us and he went the extra mile making sure we were happy and satisfied with everything.

Hassle free, well organized and trustworthy company. No hidden charges or extra costs from our purchases with Amazing Borneo Tours. Would definitely recommend them to our friends and family.

Joined the Klias river cruise with my two sons and it was one of the best tours ever. Richard, the tour guide, was so nice and kind to my kids, made this day very special for them. Although the bus ride was a bit long for nearly two hours one way, sheets were wide and comfy. Seeing many monkeys and fireflies, having delicious Malay foods were wonderful memories for us. The booking operators were so helpful that we also attended the two islands hopping tour, which was amazing too.

Extremely kind & comfortable

We booked the Klias river cruise with Amazing Borneo Tours and it was fabulous. It was very easy to book, pick ups were on time and our guide Neil was amazing. He was very knowledgeable and kind which made our stay much more interesting and enjoyable.

It was spectacular. I had such an unforgettable experience seeing the stars and fireflies at Klias River Cruise. I didn't think I was going to be able to, so I was genuinely surprised at the majestic view. And this was only possible with my remarkable tour guide, Joel. I am extremely grateful for him as he was very knowledgeable, kind, patient and VERY cool. I love how he had so much passion for his job, and it made my experience here in Sabah so much better. When I come back to Sabah, I will definitely come back and have him as my tour guide. THANK YOU AMAZING BORNEO!!! <3

We watched a lot of proboscis monkeys and fireflies.This experience was completely beyond our expectation. In addition, Amazing Borneo provide really nice guide who had wide and deep knowledge and gave necessary infomation in appropriate timing. Thank you so much for your great tour!!!

It was well organised. Lunch was good. They took us deep into the forest to show us the monkeys and fireflies.

Sample Itinerary

Klias wildlife safari river cruise - proboscis monkey & firefly.

• You will be picked up from the hotel lobby.
• Commence journey to Kota Klias Peninsula (approximately 112km from Kota Kinabalu city), situated between Beaufort and Kuala Penyu. It will be a scenic 2 hours ride, passing local villages, fruit stalls, and small towns.
• Some local hi-tea favourites awaits upon arrival at the jetty, before you get those binoculars on stand-by and ready for your safari river cruise.
• Mosey down the Klias river in an open boat. Your tour guide will be there to point out any exciting wildlife sightings and share interesting facts. Keep your eyes peeled for the elusive long-nosed proboscis monkey, long-tailed macaques, and birds such as Kingfishers, darters, and eagles. You will be able to differentiate the female and male proboscis monkeys by their behaviour.
• After the exciting river cruise, enjoy a sumptuous dinner by the river lodge, typically consisting of meats marinated in different styles, rice, potatoes, and vegetables.
• As darkness sets in, board the boat again to witness and be amazed by nature's Christmas lighting, the fireflies! Depending on weather conditions, you might even spot nocturnal animals like the flying fox and night bats.
• Depart to Kota Kinabalu and transfer to your respective hotel.

TOUR INCLUSIONS

Recommended attire.

• Long Trousers
• Shoes/Sandals

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• Raincoat or umbrella
• Sunblock lotion
• Insect repellent

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW

• Baby Car Seats (for infant aged 0-2) and Child Booster Seats (for children aged 3-11) are available for rental. Please check with your tour consultant for availability.
• Binoculars can be rented with MYR 10 per set but subject to availability. You are advised to bring your own binoculars in order to visually enhance your experience of viewing Borneo's endemic wildlife in their natural habitat.

IMPORTANT NOTES

• This package is based on join-in basis of shared guide and transport vehicle.  Private Guide or Tour is available upon request at a reasonable fee.  Please inform us when making the bookings.
• Amazing Borneo Tours does not guarantee wildlife sightings.  Do also note that sometimes the wildlife may be on distant trees rather than the river edge.  Thus, binoculars are provided for aid in sightings.
• Departure time is approximate and varies from different hotels due to traffic conditions, please reconfirm with our staffs. Should the transport be delayed, please call the relevant telephone number as stated on the voucher before making alternative arrangements.
• Amazing Borneo Tours reserves the right to alter routes, timetables, itineraries and accommodation reserved should conditions beyond our control render it necessary.
• Tipping is like giving a hug. Although it’s never expected, it’s always very much appreciated.

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