Choose the Best Resort for You at Sipadan

Choose the Best Resort for You at Sipadan in 2015 Before 2004, if you wanted to dive at Sipadan Island, your accommodation is located on Sipadan Island. But since then, the Malaysian government has asked all dive resorts to move out of Sipadan Island. Today, most of the dive resorts are located on Mabul Island, Kapalai Island and Mataking Island. About Diving at Sipadan Sipadan is the only oceanic island in the area. Because of this, you will likely see big creatures here compared to the other nearby islands where you will see smaller creatures Big creatures include: Chevron and yellow fin barracudas, Although Sipadan Island is the main attraction, the other islands have plenty to offer for micro life as well including: Trevallies, Green and hawksbill turtles, Bumphead parrotfish, Flying gurnard White tip, black tip, grey tip sharks Blue-ringed octopus Potato head groupers Flamboyant cuttlefish Ornate ghostpipe fish Nudibranchs Best Times to Dive Sipadan The best time to visit Sipadan Island is during the dry season which usually is from March to October. High period is in July, August and first week of October. Which Resort Choosing a resort can be time consuming. But we've compiled the information for you Should I Consider? so that it is easier for you to choose the perfect resort for your dive holiday based on a number of criteria: ... Turnaround time to Sipadan Island How long you have to stay before you get a chance to visit Sipadan Island Young children friendly Wi-Fi Other locations In case you need Which other destinations to be in touch does the resort bring you besides Sipadan Island. with civilization. % Group booking Voodoo Gas discounts (EANX Nitrox) For those who want to dive Nitrox. Single travellers Price Category - What kind of budget do you want to put aside for the dive trip. 2$ Turnaround Time Sipadan Island diving requires permits issued by Sabah Parks. to Dive Sipadan Island 120 Sipadan Mabul Resort and Mabul Water Bungalows permits per day allocated to "big 4" resorts Sipadan-Kapalai Dive Resort 46.7% Borneo Divers Mabul Resort 12 Sipadan Water Village resorts How long do you have to stay before you can get a chance to dive Sipadan Island? Sipadan-Kapalai Dive Resort Sipadan Water Village Seaventures Dive Rig Sipadan Mabul Resort. Night Dive Dive at least once • Additional permits can be purchased subject to availability. Except Sundays. • No guarantees for permits. Availability of permits only known when making inquiry. Transport to Sipadan Island is chargeable. Dive once Additional permits can be purchased subject to availability. This does not apply to the semi-detached chalets. For semi-detached chalets, your chances of visiting Sipadan will depend on available permits not assigned to anyone else. What If I Stayed a Shorter Duration? For shorter stay, your visit to Sipadan Island is not guaranteed. Permit availability will depend on available permits that have not been allocated to others that are staying longer. Your chances are higher during the low period and almost nil during the high period in July, August and first week of October. High and low periods vary year to year. Are the Other Islands Worth Diving? YES! Diving in the area isn't just all about Sipadan Island. There is a lot to offer for muck diving and lots of macro life to discover in the other islands such as Mabul, Kapalai and Si Amil. Enter Turtle Tomb Sipadan at Sipadan Island Mabul Resort There are only 3 resorts that have Technical Diving expertise on staff that can bring you into the Turtle Tomb at Sipadan Island, subject to permit availability. They are: Seaventures Dive Rig Mabul Water Bungalows Other Locations Besides Sipadan Island, here is a list of location that these resorts go to. Mataking, Pandanan, Bohayan, Kalapuan, Timba Mabul, Kapalai and Si Amil Islands Borneo Divers Mabul Resort Mabul Water Bungalows Sipadan Mabul Resort Timba and Pom Pom Islands The Reef Dive Resort MV Celebes Explorer On Sundays, around Semporna such as Timbun Mata, Tun Sakaran Marine Park. Mabul and Kapalai Islands Seaventures Dive Rig Sipadan-Kapalai Dive Resort Sipadan Water Village Other days, sometimes Mabul Island if everyone needs a break from Sipadan Island. Voodoo Gas (EANX Nitrox) Borneo Divers Mabul Resort MV Celebes Explorer Mabul Water Bungalows The Reef Dive Resort Seaventures Dive Rig Sipadan-Kapalai Dive Resort Sipadan Mabul Resort Sipadan Water Village * but requires pre booking Price Category Exclusive Midrange $ Small Budget or Backpackers Mabul Water Bungalows (only 15 bungalows and 5 suites, located over water) Borneo Divers Mabul Resort Billabong Scuba MV Celebes Explorer (only live aboard operating in Sipadan Island) Roach Reef Resort Upper Midrange Scuba Junkie Sipadan-Kapalai Dive Resort (located over water, sand bank visible during low tides) Seaventures Dive Rig Sipadan Inn Sipadan-Mabul Resort Sipadan Water Village (located over water) Uncle Chang's Sipadan Mabul Dive Lodge The Reef Dive Resort Single Travellers Group Booking Discounts For single travellers, some resorts will impose compulsory single supplement charges while others are optional. Single supplement charges vary between 30% and 50% of the package price. If you have a group arriving and departing together, you will be eligible for a group discount. However, the person staying for free will still have to pay for conservation and jetty fee. The conservation fee for jetty is collected at Semporna jetty at MYR10.00 per person However there is one scheduled transfer where you will not have to pay for additional land and boat transfer. 10 + 1 For optional single supplement, you can choose not to have single supplement, but you may have to share room with another person. For a group of 11 persons, the 11th person will stay for free. | Borneo Divers Mabul Resort Mabul Water Bungalows The Reef Dive Resort * Borneo Divers Mabul Resort | Sipadan Mabul Resort Sipadan Water Village |(Conservation fee for jetty is collected ! at Semporna jetty at MYR10.00 per person.) MV Celebes Explorer Mabul Water Bungalows The Reef Dive Resort * Because The Reef Dive Resort is located far away from Sipadan Island, boat transfer fees may apply. However, if your group plans to stay at least 5 days 4 nights, then your group may be entitled to a free boat transfer for a day trip to Sipadan, Mabul, Kapalai or Si Amil Işland. *** Seaventures Dive Rig Sipadan-Kapalai Dive Resort Sipadan Mabul Resort Sipadan Water Village 9 +1 Optional Compulsory For a group of 10 persons, the 10th person will stay for free. Additional land and boat transfer fees may apply if you are the only person travelling in the vehicle or boat. Seaventures Dive Rig Sipadan-Kapalai Dive Resort With the exception of the Borneo Villa, Bougainvilla and Royale Suites. It is compulsory for these two suites. ** 8 There is a special rate for a group of 8 persons *** Additional land and boat transfer fees may apply if you are the only person travelling in the vehicle or boat. ! MV Celebes Explorer Wi-Fi Borneo Divers Mabul Resort MV Celebes Explorer Mabul Water Bungalows The Reef Dive Resort Seaventures Dive Rig Sipadan-Kapalai Dive Resort Sipadan Mabul Resort Available at: Sipadan Water Village restaurant rooms reception desk area counter Our Thoughts Impressive house reef. Explore the Turtle Tomb at Sipadan. Will bring snorkelers to Sipadan Island. Suitable for non-divers Swimming pool. Spa Popular with honeymooners. Suitable for families with young children Mabul Water Bungalows Seaventures Dive Rig + Bedroom, lounge, eating area, dive centre and bar is conveniently nearby each other. + Best honest food from a talented local chef. + With only 15 chalets and 5 suites, this resort offers a lot of privacy. - Not very suitable for families with young children. + Great food. Chef Wong has many years experience serving in International 5 star hotel. + Located over water but has easy access to Mabul Island and sister resort Sipadan-Mabul Resort where you can use the swimming pool and Jacuzzi. Sipadan-Kapalai Dive Resort The Reef Dive Resort + Large beautiful and breezy rooms. - This resort recommends that you have at least 15 logged dives before they apply for your permits to Sipadan Island. - Resort located far away from Sipadan. Boat ride will take about 80 minutes between the resort and Sipadan Island. Sipadan Mabul Resort + Best food in this price category. MV Celebes Explorer + Nicest and large beach front with a lot of shaded areas from coconut tree fronds. + If all you want to do is dive at Sipadan Island and don't mind living in small quarters. Borneo Divers Mabul Resort + Gazebo Massage. 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