Manukan Island
Most developed island with resort facilities and water sports
About Manukan
Manukan Island is the most developed island in Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, making it perfect for families and first-time visitors. With its excellent resort facilities, calm swimming areas, and diverse activities, Manukan offers the ideal balance between comfort and adventure.
The island features sandy beaches with a gentle slope, making it ideal for beginner snorkellers. The surrounding reefs are teeming with vibrant marine life, and the lush jungle interior offers scenic walking trails with panoramic viewpoints.
Whether you're looking to relax at the beach, explore underwater wonders, or stay overnight at the island resort, Manukan Island has something for everyone.
Activities & Things to Do
Snorkelling
All day
Right side of jetty & reef edge, ideal for beginners
Parasailing
9am - 5pm
Scenic aerial views of the island and surrounding waters
Jet Ski
9am - 5pm
High-speed water sports adventure
Walking Trails
All day
Scenic jungle path with viewpoints and rest huts
Beginner Scuba
Available
Gentle slope underwater exploration at dive centre
Island Facilities
Resort Accommodation
Manukan Island Resort
by Sutera Sanctuary Lodges — beachfront chalets and villas
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Important Rules & Guidelines
- • Conservation fee required - Malaysian: RM 8 (Adult) / RM 5 (Child), International: RM 25 (Adult) / RM 20 (Child)
- • No touching or damaging coral reefs
- • No fish feeding
- • No littering - take all waste with you
- • Alcohol restricted in certain areas
- • Smoking only in designated areas
- • Respect marine wildlife and maintain distance
What to Bring
Quick Pricing Guide
1 Island
RM 45 / 40
Adult / Child
2 Islands
RM 55 / 50
Adult / Child
Conservation Fee
RM 8-25
By nationality
* All prices include terminal fee of RM 7.20 (Adult) / RM 3.60 (Child)
How to Get Here
Temporary Location
Ferry operations are temporarily at South Jetty, Kota Kinabalu Port while Jesselton Point undergoes upgrading works.
Current Address: South Jetty, KK Port, Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Get directions to South Jetty →From South Jetty (Temporary Terminal) — Approximately 25 minutes by boat to Manukan Island.
Permanent Address: Jesselton Point, Jalan Haji Saman, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The original Jesselton Point terminal will resume operations once upgrading is complete.
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