Description
Sipadan is located off the east coast of Sabah, Malaysia eastern most state, and lies on the north-eastern corner of Borneo, the world's third largest island. It is a 15-30 minutes boat ride south of Mabul. Sipadan is the tip of a mountain with steep underwater walls all around it. Diving on Sipadan is all drift diving, divers drop in and cruise with the current along the walls. This combination of deep walls and ocean currents provides the ideal environment for pelagic such as turtles, reef sharks, large schools of jacks, barracudas and bumphead parrotfishs. It is also possible to spot Hammerhead sharks and Manta rays if you are lucky!
All guests need to obtain entry permit daily to dive or visit to Sipadan Island. The total number of visitors allowed to visit Sipadan Island is restricted to 176 people per day. This package includes 1 day guaranteed for 3 boat dives at Sipadan Island.
Sipadan will be closed from 01 November 2020 to 30 November 2020 for Marine Life Recuperation. During this recuperation period, diving will not be carried out at Sipadan.
Mabul is one of the best places in the world for Muck Diving! The most famous ones are the giant frog fish, mimic octopus, flamboyant cuttlefish, lobster, crocodile fish, moray and garden eels. It is also possible to encounter Turtles. This makes it an ideal location for macro-photo opportunities.
Sipadan Mabul Resort is nestled in a coconut grove on the south-east side of Mabul Island overlooking the water and near-by Sipadan Island. It consists of 41 wooden chalets with each room featuring own balcony, air-conditioning, private shower/toilet and hot shower facilities and safety box. Free WIFI Internet Access is available in the room. This restaurant serves one of the best food in Mabul island. Sipadan Mabul Resort is member of PADI 5-Star Dive Resort and NAUI PRO GOLD Dive Resort.
Minimum 2 passengers travel together
Hotel
Room Type | Package Rate |
Extra Night (per person)
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Twin | Single | Twin | Single |
Standalone Chalet |
15,680 |
21,580 |
1,650 |
1,780 |
Water Bungalow |
20,480 |
28,780 |
2,350 |
2,550 |
Day 1 |
Depart for Tawau via Kuala Lumpur. Upon arrival at Tawau Airport, meet your driver and head to Tauwa hotel. |
Day 2 |
Transfer to Mabul Island by car and boat. |
Day 3-6 |
Daily 3 boat dives and unlimited shore dive. |
Day 7 |
Transfer to Tawau hotel. |
Day 8 |
Transfer to Tawau airport for your return flight to Hong Kong via Kuala Lumpur. |
Package price includes |
- Round trip economy class ticket from Hong Kong to Tawau via Kuala Lumpur by Malaysia Airlines
- 2 night Tauwu hotel accommodation with breakfast
- 5 nights Sipadan hotel accommodation with full board meals
- Round trip transfer between airport and hotel
- Total 12 boat dives with tanks, weights and dive guide
- Unlimited shore dive without dive guide
- 1 day Sipadan trip
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Package price not includes |
- Airport tax, security charge and fuel surcharge
- Malaysia Tourism Tax: RM10 per person per night
- Sipadan Permit: RM477 per person per day
- Travel insurance
- Diving equipment rental
- Recommended gratuity US$12-US$18 per person per day
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Notes |
- Prices and conditions are subject to change without prior notice
- Ticket Validity: 12M (Q Class)
- Extra night cost includes accommodation, full board meals, 3 boat dives and unlimited shore dives
- HK Travel Industry Council recommends every traveler to purchase the travel insurance that meets his/her needs before the journey
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Flight Schedule |
Hong Kong - Kuala Lumpur - Tawau MH79/MH2664 08:45-12:50/14:35-17:30
Tawau - Kuala Lumpur - Hong Kong MH2661/MH78 11:10-14:00/19:50-23:50 |
Schedule
Schedule
Others
Useful Info |
- Best Diving Season: April - December
- Depth: 5-40m
- Visibility: 10-30m
- Water Temperature: 26-30°C
- Currents: Can be strong
- Surface Conditions: Can be choppy
- Recommended Experience Level: Advanced Diver and above
- Best Dive Sites: Barracuda Point, Drop Off, Hanging Gardens, Lobster Lairs, South Pint, Staghorn Crest, Turtle Patch, Turtle Tomb, West Ridge, Whitetip Avenue
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Enquiry / Booking* Required
Sipadan Diving Package Sipadan Mabul Resort 7 Nights
SNS/AC40/EN5
UD: FC/30OCT2023/450
SNS/AC40/EN5
UD: FC/30OCT2023/450