Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park (12,185 acres) Situated off the coast of Kota Kinabalu, mere minutes from Sutera Harbour’s Marina, the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park is comprised of 5 jewelled islands. Due to their close proximity to the main city, the islands are very popular. However, the islands are dotted with private coves, ideal for quiet relaxation and snorkeling. Marine life is equally rich around the shores of all the islands, especially on the sheltered eastern and southern sides where the sandy beaches slope gradually into the water to the reef drop-off. In contrast, the northwestern beaches have rocky cliffs and steep coral slopes are exposed to the monsoon winds and open sea.