Manukan Island

Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park, Malaysia's first maritime national park, includes Manukan Island. It is the park's second-largest island and the most visited by locals in Kota Kinabalu. It also has the best tourism infrastructure of the five islands. Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park was established in 1974, covering an area of 8,990 acres and encompassing the majority of the Gaya and Sapi islands. The park was expanded to 12,185 acres in 1979 when the three neighboring islands of Manukan, Mamutik, and Sulug were added. Water sports enthusiasts will enjoy a variety of aquatic activities on Manukan Island, including snorkeling, scuba diving, parasailing, and other water sports.

Sunset Point, in the island's further reaches, is one of the best sites to catch a glimpse of Borneo's famed sunset. The luxury villas and suites all have views of the South China Sea's azure waters, giving a serene atmosphere. In Manukan Island, it's popular for snorkeling and swimming since the water is so clear that you can see the tropical fish you're swimming with. The title of the most visited island in Sabah is well-deserved.