Top 3 Sunset in the World at Kota Kinabalu! Breathtakingly Beautiful

✨This is "where God spilled his palette of colors,"
with both the blues of the Maldives and the vibrant atmosphere of Southeast Asia.
Visa-free for Chinese citizens, with friendly airfares✈️ and prices,
Working professionals' weekends should be spent in Kota Kinabalu, doing nothing but feeling the summer sea breeze🌊
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🌅Tanjung Aru Beach Sunset
Coming to Kota Kinabalu without seeing the Tanjung Aru Beach sunset is like not coming at all!
The world's Top 3 sunset truly lives up to its reputation🌇
Standing on the open beach, gazing at where the sea meets the sky, as the sun slowly sets, the sky turns orange-red, the sea surface ripples with golden light, the clouds are dyed in gradient pink and purple, and the sunset glow reflects on the sea like a spilled palette.
Arrive 1 hour before sunset to avoid the crowds
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🚣‍♂️Island Hopping
Take a taxi to Jesselton Port and choose two out of three islands - recommended are Manukan Island (Manutik) and Sapi Island.
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Manukan Island (Manutik) offers various water activities,
Banana boat🍌 is a must-try! The moment you're thrown into the sea is thrilling!
For snorkeling, the underwater scene has a green tone, and you can see schools of clownfish! It's a clarity that phones simply can't capture
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Sapi Island
Absolutely jelly-like sea! Excellent water visibility! Recommend wearing non-slip shoes, and download offline maps as the signal is weak
Lying on the beach listening to the soothing sound of waves is like natural ASMR
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🏖️Mantanani Island and Mermaid Island
A bit further away, the boat ride to Mantanani Island takes about 1.5 hours one way.
Both Mantanani Island and Mermaid Island are popular destinations near Kota Kinabalu, featuring blue seas and white sandy beaches, perfect for snorkeling.
Mantanani Island has crystal-clear water where you can see various small fish and coral, making it a paradise for snorkeling enthusiasts.
Mermaid Island is more pristine, with fine white sand and transparent water, where you can also spot sea turtles and other marine life
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🌴Mangrove Adventure
Take a boat to search for proboscis monkeys - it's like opening a mystery box! Bring binoculars to see the monkeys clearly🐒
At night, the jungle lights up with tiny green dots, like entering the world of Avatar (recommend Kawa Mangrove, where fireflies are super dense)
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PS. If you have extra time, visit Universiti Malaysia Sabah and check out the Pink Mosque
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💡Travel Tips
1. Arrival card: Fill it out in advance! Customs may check randomly! Filling it out incorrectly in a rush will get you stopped
2. Transportation: Use Grab! It's cheaper than taxis
3. Sun protection: Kota Kinabalu has strong sunlight, so be sure to bring sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, etc.
4. Night market and morning market: Kota Kinabalu's night market only opens on Friday and Saturday nights, while the morning market is only on Sunday mornings
5. Accommodation: Stay near Gaya Street, which is in the city center, convenient for food, accommodation, and transportation, with excellent value for money
6. Charging: Bring UK standard adapters, and fully charge your phone before sunset photography