Want to explore the beauty of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park (TARP) without getting wet and sandy? This daily one-hour cruise session is perfect for the leisurely traveller who wants to enjoy the pretty sights of Kota Kinabalu’s islands from a luxurious perch!
Sailing out from Sutera Harbour Marina Jetty into the glittering blue sea, the North Borneo Cruises brings you on a leisure voyage to kiss the shorelines of the popular Gaya Island and Sapi Island, with Kota Kinabalu's skyline as a panoramic backdrop. Feast your eyes on the active scene before you - as sunseekers swim and snorkel off the sandy beaches, shrieking adrenaline junkies zipline from one island to the other, colourful parasailers glide by in their parachutes, and fishermen from the water villages paddle out to sea - all from the comfortable sundeck of a triple-deck cruise, savouring the cool sea breeze while sipping on a refreshing drink. If the skies are clear, you can even spot majestic Mount Kinabalu standing tall as a sentinel guarding the coastal town from the far distance.
Be completely relaxed while you peacefully enjoy the “smiley face” of Kota Kinabalu’s islands from a unique perspective.
As the North Borneo Cruises departs from Sutera Harbour Marina jetty towards Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, indulge in the light refreshments served and snap pretty pictures of the scenic moments!
9.55 AM
Tunku Abdul Rahman Park
Cruise slowly along Sapi Island and Gaya island, over waters so crystal clear that you may even spot little fishes darting around healthy coral reefs. You can observe the water villages dotting the island landscape, and enjoy a live movie of the islands bustling with sun-lovers.
After a leisure hour onboard, we will return back to the jetty with the tropical sun overhead.
10.30 AM
Sutera Harbour Jetty
Disembark at Sutera Harbour Jetty, concluding the Kota Kinabalu Islands Morning Cruise.
Dry Dock Closure Notice Dates: 02 JAN 2023 - 19 JAN 2023.
Kindly note that all rates shown are subject to change without prior notice.
All guest particulars must be submitted at least 48 HOURS prior cruising date.
Postponement Fee of RM 50/person applies for any rescheduling of booking within 3 days of travel date.
All North Borneo Cruises rates are inclusive of 0% Goods & Services Tax (GST).
Tables and Seats are allocated onboard the cruises, sharing-table basis. Your seat will be allocated according to safe distancing guidelines.
A surcharge of MYR150 per table will apply if you wish to reserve a private table by the window. Please check with our Tour Consultant for availability.
Additional Peak Season surcharges for the following Public Holidays & Eve of Public Holidays (All Market & Sessions):
• 24 - 25 Dec (Christmas)
• 31 Dec - 1 Jan 2023 (New Year)
• 21 - 24 Jan 2023 (Chinese New Year)
• Adult = Additional RM50
• Child = Additional RM30
Single traveller bookings are accepted.
Additional Peak Season Charges are applicable during Daily Departure Sessions for Public Holidays & Eve of Public Holidays.
Optional Return hotel transfers (KK City Hotel/Sutera Marina Jetty/KK City Hotel) are available at MYR 30/pax.
Children Policy:
1. Child rate is applicable for Children aged between 3-11 years old.
2. Infant Rate is applicable for Infants aged between 0-2 years old.
3. No seats will be allocated for Infants.
Full payment is required to confirm your reservations and board the cruise. North Borneo Cruise reserves the right to refuse boarding for any customer who has not yet made payment for their reservations.
Change of Name request after initial guest particulars submission is subject to an admin fee of MYR 20/name.
Yes. North Borneo Cruises will operate even if it is raining, as it is a sheltered cruise with an air-conditioned restaurant.
If there is rain but with calm sea conditions, North Borneo Cruises will still sail out of the harbour.
However, in the event that the captain decides that the Cruise should turn back immediately to Sutera Harbour jetty for the comfort of the passengers or the Marine Department deems it unsafe conditions for sailing out due to adverse weather or sea condition
(such as low visibility, strong winds, and bumpy waves), all services, entertainment and facilities provided remain unchanged.
Should weather predictions be such that a cruise session is not permitted at all, we will inform you in advance and you may postpone your cruise to an alternative date.
Only if you have purchased our “Rain Check Flexi" Cover, you will get a refund for your North Borneo Cruises tour ticket in case of bad weather (excluding “Rain Check Flexi” Cover Fee). You will receive the refund within 14 - 28 working days after the cancellation of your tour.
Alternatively, we encourage you to purchase the “Rain Check Basic” Cover which allows you to reschedule your North Borneo Cruises tour to another date, up to 2 hours prior to the boarding time if you are uncomfortable to proceed based on unfavourable weather forecasts.
If you have NOT purchased either of the above mentioned covers, there will be NO refund should you decide not to proceed with the North Borneo Cruises tour.
In the unlikely event that North Borneo Cruises is unable to operate on that day and provide its standard food and entertainment services and facilities use (apart from bad weather and sea conditions), you will be given options for alternative cruise dates or compensation for services not received.
We strongly recommend you to bring your own umbrellas in the event of rain, as the walkway to the cruise at Sutera Marina Jetty does not have shelter. North Borneo Cruises does not provide umbrellas for use.
For more Frequently Asked Questions, please refer here.
General Notes
Guests are to arrive at Sutera Marina Jetty at least 30 minutes prior to cruise boarding time.
No outside food and beverages (including Tarap and Durian) are allowed onboard the North Borneo Cruises. There will be a corkage fee applicable for outside beverages.
Consumption of drugs or contraband or conducting of any illegal activity onboard North Borneo Cruises is strictly prohibited. North Borneo Cruises shall hold no responsibility or liability for any guests who participates in such activities.
All guests are required to behave in a respectful manner to the Cruise Captain and all members of the Crew and Cruise Attendants and other guests. Should any passenger display unruly or violent behavior to anyone onboard North Borneo Cruises, the Operator reserves the right to involve the authorities once cruise has reached mainland.
In any situation regarding the safety of the vessel and its passengers, the Cruise Captain holds full authority to make the final decision.
The Operator/Cruise Captain reserves the right to refuse any passenger to board if they are displaying unruly behavior under the influence of alcohol or drugs, without any refund.
Any damages or loss to equipment onboard or the cruise due to negligence or unruly behavior must be replaced or repaired by the passenger responsible.
North Borneo Cruises will not be liable for any injury received by passengers that are caused due to negligence or unruly or violent behavior onboard.
Children (11 years and below) are to be supervised by an adult at all times. North Borneo Cruises crew and cruise attendants is not responsible or liable for them.
Passengers with disabilities must be accompanied by a carer at all times. North Borneo Cruises crew and cruise attendants will take reasonable care in bringing them onboard, but is not responsible or liable for their movement while onboard.
We will require your passport/MYKAD number for registration.
Otherwise, email us anytime. We will be working hard on your request and shall get in touch with you with more details as soon as possible or within 24 working hours, whichever comes first.
Our Rain Check Basic Cover (no expiration date) allows you to reschedule your North Borneo Cruises tour 2 hours prior to the boarding time in case of bad weather such as rain. You have the option to join this tour at any future date.
Note: North Borneo Cruises will continue to operate in rain or shine with the exception of extreme/severe weather forecasts whereby the marine department deems conditions unsafe for cruising. In the event where such severe conditions result in a cancellation by us, a full refund will be provided. Otherwise, cruising will continue as usual and no refunds will be made, unless Rain Check Flexi Cover is purchased.
Buy "Rain Check Flexi!"
Our Rain Check Flexi Cover entitles you to a full refund of your North Borneo Cruises ticket price (excluding “Rain Check Flexi” Cover fee) in the event of bad weather such as rain. It gives you the peace of mind. You will receive your refund within 14 working days after the cancellation of your tour.
Note: North Borneo Cruises will continue to operate in rain or shine with the exception of extreme/severe weather forecasts whereby the marine department deems conditions unsafe for cruising. In the event where such severe conditions result in a cancellation by us, a full refund will be provided. Otherwise, cruising will continue as usual and no refunds will be made, unless Rain Check Flexi Cover is purchased.
Acknowledgement
Available to the following customers only
Malaysian Passport holder / ID card “MyKad” holder
Overseas Malaysian holding Malaysian Passport
"Mykad" will be required for verification upon boarding
