How to Get to Dinawan Island from Kota Kinabalu

Ara Dinawan Island is about 30–45 minutes' drive from Kota Kinabalu to Apai Jetty (Beringgis Seafood Restaurant), then a 20-minute boat ride.

Step 1

Arrive at KKIA

Kota Kinabalu International Airport

Step 2

Drive 30–45 min

To Apai Jetty (Beringgis Seafood Restaurant)

Step 3

20-min boat ride

Across the bay to Ara Dinawan Island

Self-Drive / Grab

Set your navigation to Beringgis Seafood Restaurant (Dinawan / Apai Jetty).

GPS 5.8457432, 115.9909264

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Private Transfer

Book a transfer through us to the jetty. Our staff will meet you there for the boat ride to the island.

Private Boat Charter

Chartered or self-drive boats need 48 hours’ notice for safety. Third-party charters from Sutera Harbour or Jesselton Point are available on request.

Boat Schedule

Scheduled boat transfers run daily and are confirmed at booking. Typical times: depart the jetty at 9:00am; overnight guests return at 11:00am the next day. Times depend on tide and weather.

Flights to Kota Kinabalu

Domestic direct

Kuala Lumpur
Penang
Johor Bahru
Kota Bharu
Kuching
Miri
Bintulu
Tawau
Sandakan

International direct

Cities in China
Seoul Incheon
Busan
Taiwan
Tokyo Narita
Perth
Singapore
Bangkok
Manila
Jakarta

International travellers can also connect via Kuala Lumpur International Airport.

Flight availability and frequencies may change.

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For more inquiries, email us at sales.aradinawan@gmail.com