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When Semporna is your base but the destination is somewhere else for the day. Fully-organised round trips with private transport, guides, and the reservations sorted before you leave the hotel.
1Discover the vibrant underwater world on a snorkeling day trip featuring three spectacular snorkeling locations. Departing at 8:30 AM and returning at 4/5 PM, this adventure takes you to breathtaking spots in the Semporna Archipelago such as Si Amil, Mabul & Kapalai, Mataking&Pandanan throughout the week. Enjoy the convenience of included equipment rental and a friendly local guide to enhance your experience. Whether you're a seasoned snorkeler or a beginner, this trip promises unforgettable marine encounters. A minimum of two participants is required to join the fun. - Visit three incredible snorkeling spots during the day - Equipment rental and expert guidance included - Join divers on the same boat for a complete ocean experience - Fixed island schedule with different locations throughout the week Mon&Tues: Mabul&Kapalai (world renouned) Tues, Thurs, Sun: Mataking&Pandanan (best for snorkeling) Wed&Fri: Si Amil (most scenic and less frequented by tourists)
2Si Amil Island, an uninhabited island close to Semporna, Malaysia, is renowned for its pristine, uncrowded seas and abundant wildlife. A diver's paradise with natural coral gardens, a wealth of marine life, and amazing encounters with devil rays. If one is fortunate, a diver or day visitor may be able to spot one. Experience this snorkel or dive into the underwater sanctuary on Si Amil Island, which is a less disturbing choice than other islands. To make every dive special, this Semporna dive package offers three guided dives or snorkelling in pristine waters, vibrant coral reefs, and breathtaking rock formations. Visit this unique diving location to see potential pygmy seahorses, sea snakes, devil rays, eagle rays, and other strange macro animals. You just need to jump in because all the equipment is included!
3Set out for a thrilling adventure with a three-dive day trip in Semporna, tailored for certified divers eager to explore the underwater wonders. Departing at 8:30 AM from Semporna Jetty, you'll dive into vibrant reefs at iconic spots like Mabul, Kapalai, Si Amil and Mataking. After the second dive, enjoy a packed lunch on the island, soaking in the stunning surroundings before your final dive at 2 PM. With a maximum of five divers per guide, personalized attention ensures a safe and enjoyable experience in the rich marine biodiversity of Borneo. Set daily island schedule: Mon&Tues: Mabul&Kapalai - World renouned macro & muck diving, frogfish & seahorse Tues, Thurs, Sun: Mataking&Pandanan - Clear turquiose water, beautiful soft coral drop offs, white tip reef sharks & bumphead parrotfish Wed&Fri: Si Amil - Most scenic island, less frequented by tourists, sea kraits and chance to spot schooling devil rays at cleaning station All islands are home to huge sea turtles!
4Join a local Semporna fishing trip aboard a small local boat. Your captain will take you to the best fishing spots whether you’re looking for a quick half day or a full day of fun! Discover and learn about fishing equipment and the variety of techniques to catch various fish like barracuda, white snapper, red snapper, sailfish, tuna, barracuda, coral trout, grouper, etc. Fishing for big fish usually means going deep sea while shallow for a small fish experience. If you're looking for a dedicated shallow water fishing trip hence a short half day fishing will be sufficient, while full day for deep-sea fishing expeditions. All of the equipment is included; you don't need to bring any. Simply arrive prepared for an adventure and select between 3 and 7 hours for this fishing adventure. Get plenty of guidance from your captain, get round-trip transportation from the jetty, and bring home all the fish you caught.
5Experience the beauty and diversity of Tun Sakaran Marine Park one of the largest marine parks in Malaysia with a fantastic day tour exploring beautiful islands in Semporna. Discover Bohey Dulang, Mantabuan and Sibuan.
6Embark on a day tour to Mabul and Kapalai from Semporna with a combination of swimming, sightseeing and snorkelling or diving. Observe local fishes, water village, coral reefs, visit the underwater world that offer distinction, and enjoy a delicious homemade lunch box on top of the excursion. Upon arrival at Mabul Island Resort, get a free leisure, bask in the sun, capture panoramic photographs in a self guided with lunch, gaze out the blue sea and enjoy the water village, known as hidden paradise among locals. Next listen to your expert guide's short briefing on snorkelling or diving and safety procedure. Put on your gear and wade into the water. After that proceed to the kapalai coastline, then discover another snorkelling or diving with its distinctive blue colour of water and marine life. A boat journey and leisure time might last more depending on sea currents and the condition of the weather. Once the kapalai concludes, we will be returning back to jetty.
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