The Kinabatangan is Sabah's longest river, and the remaining forest along its banks funnels wildlife into a narrow corridor. Dawn and dusk boat cruises regularly find proboscis monkeys, macaques, hornbills and pygmy elephants, with orangutans less predictably. Lodges along the river run the cruises and night walks.
Related activities
Dawn river safari
Small-boat cruise along the banks at first light.
Night jungle walk
Guided walk for frogs, civets and sleeping birds.
How to get to Kinabatangan River
Kinabatangan River sits in Malaysia. It pairs well with Mount Kinabalu, Clan Jetties, Kek Lok Si Temple, so you can group them on the same day.
Tickets and time needed
The source we checked states that entry to Kinabatangan River is free.
Tips for your visit
Related things to do here include Dawn river safari, Night jungle walk.
Kinabatangan River FAQ
How much does it cost to visit Kinabatangan River?
The source we checked states that entry to Kinabatangan River is free.
Where is Kinabatangan River?
Kinabatangan River is in Malaysia.
What is near Kinabatangan River?
Nearby places include Mount Kinabalu, Clan Jetties, Kek Lok Si Temple, Penang Hill.
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