Visit Semporna! Avoiding pitfalls is the right way to open it up
Semporna is a county in Tawau City, Sabah, located on the east coast of Sabah, Malaysia. It has a population of about 167,000. Semporna was originally just a small fishing village in Malaysia, so obscure that it couldn't even be found on a map, but now it has gradually developed into a world-famous underwater tourism center. If you want to go to Semporna, it's important to plan well and avoid pitfalls as the correct approach.
When is the best time to travel?
The average temperature in Semporna is around 29°C, with low rainfall. It generally cools down at night, and the temperature difference throughout the year is quite steady without significant fluctuations or distinct seasonal changes. Therefore, the best time to travel to Semporna is from February to October. November to January of the following year is the rainy season. The rain usually comes in showers and stops after a while. This period is not very suitable for diving as the underwater visibility is not high, but it does not greatly affect tourism.
What diving activities are available?
Snorkeling: Available near the offshore resort islands and on day trips.
Scuba diving: Experience deep diving, OW certified deep diving, AOW certified deep diving.
How to choose between water chalets and sand chalets?
There are many water chalets in Semporna, and it's essential to understand them clearly. Check whether they provide 24-hour hot water supply, wireless internet, private bathrooms, airport transfers, etc. Everyone can choose a suitable resort according to their situation. (Listed from high to low quality)
Mataking, Mabul Island MWB, Kapalai, etc. are of higher quality.
Mabul Island's SWV, SMART, Bong Bong Island's Dragon Ball, White Pearl, Arcadia, etc.
Budget water chalets, such as Dayang, Lotte, Crystal, Coral Sea, Shunshun, Dayang, Lotte, etc.
Alternatively, stay in town and participate in island hopping, sea fishing, Lover's Bay day trips, etc.
Travel Tips
1. Malaysian phone card celcom, wireless is generally poor on some islands.
2. British standard plug adapters.
3. Tourists themselves: Do not touch marine life casually, do not climb trees, do not perform dangerous actions at sea, and follow the resort's guidance. If you encounter the indigenous Bajau people, pretend not to see them and do not give them any alms to avoid a crowd scrambling.
4. It is not recommended to stay in remote lodgings.
Dah 3 kali ke Mabul. Tak pernah jemu dengan seafood sana yang murah. Return flight pon RM 200. Berbaloi lah kalau ke Semporna
The island is a small oval shaped island fringed by sandy beaches and perched on the northwest corner of a larger 200-hectare reef.The reef is on the edge of the continental shelf and the seabed surrounding the reef slopes out to 25–30m deep. In addition, Mabul is also a local island-village. Accommodation ranges from backpacker styled lodges to water bungalows.The location was great although Mabul Island is tiny and full of resorts that are built out into the water, including Mabul backpackers. The owner has put in a clam garden and reef in front of the property which is good for snorkelling and the water is clear. and clean around the property. The diving team were great.
Golden Sands: Imagine soft, golden-brown sand sinking under your feet like a pillow. Each step is accompanied by a strange, squeaky sound from the sand
MALAYSIA TRULY AISA ❤️❤️❤️❤️ kali ke dua datang sini. Alhamdulillah.tenang rasa dapat lihat lautan dan pemandangan yang cantik. SubhanAllah. Loved
Mabu Island, beautiful! Flower water house, full of holiday style. Advantages: The water house environment is very beautiful, it is the most luxurious water house in Semporna, and the hardware is the best in the three islands. The meal is slightly better than Madding. Free boat dives are provided three times a day, and turtles can be seen diving. Glass boats, skateboarding boats, are also free. The other two islands, diving equipment needs to be rented. Disadvantages: The diving scenery is not as good as the other two islands. During the day, many island hopping guests shuttle on the island.