Let go DEEP into SIPADAN!
Let us start with the amazing place that we will be staying at during the trip — Sipadan Borneo Divers Mabul Resort! It’s located in Sipadan Island at the east coast of Sabah, Malaysia, which occupies a beautiful stretch of white sandy beach. It is a place which offers you the excitement of superb diving along with comfort and relaxation, with full service professional dive operation. Easy access to the water provides for effortless shore and boat diving.
The rooms are clean and well-maintained rooms. for you to be comfortable after long day of diving. And the wonderful dining area will allow you to enjoy your food even more!
The dive sites around Sipadan are:
Turtle Cavern
Also known as the turtle tomb, about 20m down, you will be able to see an extensive cave system. Locals say this is where turtles come to die and indeed turtle skeletons can be found. Before seeing the cave, you will be amazed by the number of turtles swimming around outside the cave.
Barracuda Point
As the name has explained itself, it’s a place with Barracudas. If you are lucky, you may see barracuda tornado as the schools swims in a rapid spiral forming a spinning wall of fish. Beside barracuda, you may also find hard and soft corals along with black tip reef sharks, bump-head parrotfish, eagle rays, and triggerfish can also be seen. Get ready your reef hooks if you will be diving here as occasionally there would have very strong currents.
South point
The site consists of a wall, a ledge at about 20m under and the sudden drop down. Be sure to look out for rare sharks such as hammerheads and thresher sharks which are usually visible around 40m. Before the drop, you will also able to see banner fish, moray eels and a variety of hard corals.
Mid-Reef
This is one of the most colorful dive sites in Sipadan as the corals are rich and beautiful. It’s not so much about sea creatures but you will still be able to see moorish idol, anemone fish. And if you keep a look out, you may also find green turtles around.
The best time to visit Sipadan is between March and October where the sea will be in comfortable temperature between 21⁰c to 32⁰c.
We are having our trips right in the season on 15 May – 20 May, 27 June -2 July 2014! Book today to avoid disappointment!
Wow, I’m so excited to read about Sipadan! The pictures of the turtles and barracudas are amazing. Can’t wait to go diving there!
Hi Emily, it’s great to hear that you’re excited about Sipadan! Our team at Gill Divers is dedicated to providing an exceptional diving experience for our guests. The dive sites around Sipadan are truly breathtaking, and we’re confident that you’ll have a fantastic time exploring the underwater world. If you have any questions or would like more information about our trips, please don’t hesitate to contact us at Tel: +65 6734 9373 or Email: [email protected]. We look forward to welcoming you on board!.
I’ve been to Sipadan before and I can attest that the dive sites are incredible! The best time to visit is indeed between March and October. Great tips for planning a trip!
Thank you for sharing your experience, Kavin! We’re thrilled to hear that you’ve had an amazing time at Sipadan. Our team is committed to providing the best diving experience possible, and it’s great to know that our tips have been helpful in planning a trip. If you have any more questions or need further assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact us at Tel: +65 6734 9373 or Email: [email protected].
I’m not a diver, but the pictures of the resort’s rooms and dining area are making me want to book a stay! Maybe I’ll bring my snorkeling gear and enjoy the beach
We’re thrilled that you’re interested in our Sipadan Borneo Divers Mabul Resort! It’s indeed a wonderful place to relax and unwind. As for snorkeling, we’d be happy to accommodate you with our guided snorkeling tours. Our knowledgeable guides will take you to the best spots around the island, giving you an unforgettable experience. If you’re interested in booking a stay with us, please feel free to contact us at Tel: +65 6734 9373 or Email: [email protected]. We’d be more than happy to assist you. Looking forward to having you with us!