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Ara Dinawan Island Retreat, an eco glamping island near Kota Kinabalu

Eco Island Glamping Retreat near Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

Relax and daze into the blue seas and disconnect to reconnect with the nature.

Quick facts

Location

Dinawan Island, off Kinarut, Sabah

Getting there

Apai Jetty + 20-min boat

Accommodation

14 glamping tents

Day trip

from RM200

Overnight

from RM650

Boat departs

9:00am

Power

Solar powered

Conservation

Partnered with ADRECC

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Ara Dinawan Island Retreat

Lifestyle + Eco Island Glamping Retreat

Experience a unique stay in our glamping sanctuary amongst nature + sea at Ara Dinawan Island Retreat and choose to travel consciously with our eco-friendly + sustainable practices.

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Set amidst lush rainforest trees over pristine beach and blue seas, rediscover life-style barefoot luxury island glamping with Ara Dinawan Island Retreat.

Set amidst lush rainforest trees over pristine beach and blue seas, rediscover life-style barefoot luxury island glamping with Ara Dinawan Island Retreat.

About 30–45 minutes' drive from Kota Kinabalu city centre and international airport to Apai Jetty, then a 20-minute boat ride

The name of the island is inspired by its oldest resident, the 40-feet flourishing Banyan Tree or locally known as the ‘Ara Tree’ standing regal at the heart of it.

The name of the island is inspired by its oldest resident, the 40-feet flourishing Banyan Tree or locally known as the ‘Ara Tree’ standing regal at the heart of it.

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Relax and daze into the blue seas, disconnect to reconnect with the nature

Relax and daze into the blue seas, disconnect to reconnect with the nature

Ara Dinawan Island is a haven for everyone.

Ara Dinawan Island is a haven for everyone.

The resort is powered by natural solar-energy throughout the day, fashioned by mostly locally produced and upcycled materials

14 Glamping Tents

100% Solar by Day

30–45 min from KK

All-Inclusive Activities

Plan Your Escape

Day Trip

Day Trip

from RM 200 nett / adult

  • Jetty & island fees
  • Return boat transfer
  • Boat & shore snorkelling
Overnight Trip

Overnight Trip

from RM 650 nett / adult

  • Return boat transfer from Apai Jetty
  • 1 night in a glamping tent
  • Lunch, hi-tea, dinner & breakfast
Glamping tent entrance

About Ara Dinawan Island

Ara Dinawan Island Retreat is Sabah Malaysia’s first exclusive eco-friendly and life-style island glamping. Private and personal to its 14-glamping tents residents only, this resort is surrounded by lush rainforest and pristine blue waters offering a holistic approach to relaxation, leisure and education. Featuring mostly locally produced and upcycled materials and powered by solar energy throughout the day.

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Aerial View of Ara Dinawan Island
Guest Room Entrance
Relax by the Sea
Clear Kayak at Ara Dinawan Island
Activities at the Island Snorkeling
Stargazing