Yacht Charter in Kota Kinabalu | Luxury Yacht Rentals

There really can be few places in the world to charter a yacht that matches the exotic atmosphere of Kota Kinabalu. The sunsets are world-class with yacht charter to match! The Kota Kinabalu Yacht Club has its own, old-style charm and is easily accessible from the centre of town and the airport. Personal safety in Sabah has been raised as an issue in recent years with issues with the Philippines. If you are sailing in and around Kota Kinabalu, then rest assured this is not an issue. You and your loved ones are perfectly safe. There are many nearby islands for day trips that are home to exotic land and sea creatures. It is easy to rent or charter boats and yachts from Kota Kinabalu harbour and explore the South China Sea.

Exclusive crewed yacht charter on a catamaran with lots of hospitality tips included will cost around 1,500 USD. Offering first-class hospitality services on board this makes your private yacht charter in Kota Kinabalu even more attractive. If you are keen on fishing or have always wanted to try, then charter a fishing boat for around 700 USD per day and go and get the catch of a life-time. You will be able to bring all the fish you catch back onshore with you afterward. There are many options for speed boat rentals at a very low cost for a day or just a few hours. Speed around the bay in Kota Kinabalu or take you and your loved ones for a high-speed trip in the warm breeze to one or more of the nearby islands.

While the weather is relatively consistent all year round, the best time to visit Kota Kinabalu is between November and March to avoid the rainy season. These months will also allow you to skip what can be stifling heat and humidity during peak summer. Other fun activities on the water, such as deep-sea fishing, snorkeling, and scuba diving are on offer all year round. So if you want, you can take a yacht charter in Kota Kinabalu any time of the year and enjoy all that the South China Sea has to offer, which is rather a lot!

Pulau Gaya is a well-known island, just a short hop across the bay from the KK Marina. Home to sunbathers and scuba divers alike. Pulau Gaya also offers the chance to walk around in the forest and gaze at the wildlife, flora, and fauna. Spend the morning visiting the uninhabited island of Pulau Tiga, where the very first Survivor season was created. Enjoy a rejuvenating bath in a mud volcano, and go snorkeling in the South China Sea then, in the afternoon, head to the nearby Klias Wetlands for a cruise through the mangrove forests. You should be able to see proboscis monkeys, crocodiles, and many more natural wonders. There are six islands located off the coast of Kota Kinabalu. Five are designated under the Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park; Pulau Gaya, Pulau Sapi, Pulau Manukan, Pulau Sulug, and Pulau Mamutik. These islands are mainly uninhabited except for Pulau Gaya.

The protected marine area, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, has outstanding places to explore during your stay in Kota Kinabalu, and you can arrange for a private yacht charter overnight to take you there. Whether you go for a day or several nights, there's a boat tour that can take you to these beautiful remote spots off of Kota Kinabalu.

If you decide on an extended private yacht charter, head West or East from Kota Kinabalu along the North Borneo Coast. If you choose to go West, you will soon find yourself in Labuan's tax haven town. A drink at the sunset bar and a quick look around this tax-free town has some highlights, including WW2 memorials. Watch out for the larger ships, such as oil tankers that ply the waters as you continue Westward to Brunei. Don't expect to load up on alcohol here, but the town itself is a sight to see. If you toss a coin and sail East from Kota Kinabalu instead, you will be following the North Borneo coast towards Kalimantan (part of Indonesia). You will be heading towards some of the most pristine diving waters in the world that feature hammerhead sharks and abundant sea life. If you are keen to try deep-sea fishing, whichever way you decide to sail, you should take a rod with you. The chances of you catching a tasty dinner from the waters in this region are very high.

Puteri Harbour offers indoor wedding facilities, and then there are sunset cruise options. For your big day, you might just want to let a crewed yacht charter take care of everything for you while you tie the knot. A private chartered yacht wedding and reception in Kota Kinabalu combines a memorable time and place. What more romantic and exotic location to pop the question, have a wedding party, or hold a photo-shoot than the waters off Northern Borneo.