Upon arrival, you will be met and transfer to the hotel. Free at leisure after check-in.     

After breakfast, drive 2 hours overland (88km) to the foothills of Mt. Kinabalu. The Mountain Garden, an excellent 5-acre specimen of entire Kinabalu Park area gives a wonderful sneak preview of the place. At the Exhibition Hall, a very informative video presentation is shown every afternoon. Evenings and early morning at the park are perfect for bird watching with over 300 species known to inhabit the area. Kinabalu Park received the greatest recognition of its biological contribution when it was declared Malaysia's first World Heritage in 2000. From the cool temperatures at the Kinabalu Park, down to the warm baths at Poring, the usual swing-by for climbers seeking to rejuvenate trail-weary bodies. Poring is also for those in search of rare orchids and unusual plants such as the world's largest flower, the Rafflesia. The canopy walkway at 41m upwards brings you eye level with the treetop. 

After breakfast, transfer to jetty for 20 minutes boat journey to Sapi Island. Sapi Island is ideal for swimming and snorkelling and the fine white sand beach is perfect for catching some rays. Then move over to Manukan Island where pack lunch will be served. More free at leisure. Between them, Gaya, Sapi, Manukan, Mamutik and Sulug Island share tropical vegetation that supports interesting wildlife. (You may request to hop to others island but there will be additional charges). Island entrance fees is included.