Your Questions Answered

Discover the answers to common inquiries about our tours and services.

Your Questions Answered

Discover the answers to common inquiries about our tours and services.

Your Questions Answered

Discover the answers to common inquiries about our tours and services.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some common questions we receive about our tours.

There are no direct flights to Semporna as the town does not have its own airport. You must fly into Tawau Airport (TWU), which receives regular flights from Kuala Lumpur, Kota Kinabalu, and Singapore. From Tawau Airport, you will take a 1- to 1.5-hour land transfer (via taxi, Grab, or resort shuttle) to reach Semporna town.

Yes. Even if you are a Malaysian citizen flying from Peninsular Malaysia or Sarawak, Sabah has its own immigration control. You must pass through immigration and get your passport/document stamped upon arrival in Sabah and again when leaving. Keep your slip or stamp secure, or you may face delays when returning to the mainland.

Diving is available year‑round. With generally good visibility it will fall from April to June. Conditions vary slightly by season and location.

No. To protect the marine environment and handle strong currents, Sabah Parks requires all divers at Sipadan Island to hold at least an Advanced Open Water (AOW) certification or equivalent. Beginners can, however, take their Open Water course or do “Discover Scuba Diving” at neighbouring islands like Mabul, Kapalai, and Mataking.

For fun dives, a valid Open Water (or higher) certification is required.
 
For Discover Scuba Diving, no certification is needed.
If you are not a swimmer, it is fine. Life jackets are provided, and our guides are always nearby for assistance.

Yes! Our instructors are experienced in guiding beginners, and we provide all necessary gear to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

Sipadan is a strictly protected marine park with a capped number of daily permits. Permits must be secured well in advanced through licensed dive operators.

  • Sipadan Annual Closure: Sipadan Island completely closes for the entire month of November every year for marine conservation.

Please bring a swimsuit, rashguard, towel, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, dry bag and any personal items you may need. We provide the rest!

Certification cards are required for certified divers.

Absolutely! We can arrange private tours for families or groups based on experience level, interests, and schedule. Just contact us for details on availability.

Following safety regulations, you must adhere to “no-fly times” to prevent decompression sickness. Allow a minimum of 12 hours of surface time after a single dive, and at least 18 to 24 hours if you have completed multiple dives or multi-day diving.

Yes. Dive and snorkelling packages include full set of dive gear, tanks and weights, including with a dive guide except dive computer and power prescription mask.

We maintain a safe ratio of 1 instructor or divemaster to 4 guests.

Yes. Our trips depart from the Semporna jetty early in the morning 8:30 AM. If you arrive in town expecting to book a same-day trip, you will likely miss the boat departures.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some common questions we receive about our tours.

There are no direct flights to Semporna as the town does not have its own airport. You must fly into Tawau Airport (TWU), which receives regular flights from Kuala Lumpur, Kota Kinabalu, and Singapore. From Tawau Airport, you will take a 1- to 1.5-hour land transfer (via taxi, Grab, or resort shuttle) to reach Semporna town.

Yes. Even if you are a Malaysian citizen flying from Peninsular Malaysia or Sarawak, Sabah has its own immigration control. You must pass through immigration and get your passport/document stamped upon arrival in Sabah and again when leaving. Keep your slip or stamp secure, or you may face delays when returning to the mainland.

Diving is available year‑round. With generally good visibility it will fall from April to June. Conditions vary slightly by season and location.

No. To protect the marine environment and handle strong currents, Sabah Parks requires all divers at Sipadan Island to hold at least an Advanced Open Water (AOW) certification or equivalent. Beginners can, however, take their Open Water course or do “Discover Scuba Diving” at neighbouring islands like Mabul, Kapalai, and Mataking.

For fun dives, a valid Open Water (or higher) certification is required.
 
For Discover Scuba Diving, no certification is needed.
If you are not a swimmer, it is fine. Life jackets are provided, and our guides are always nearby for assistance.

Yes! Our instructors are experienced in guiding beginners, and we provide all necessary gear to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

Sipadan is a strictly protected marine park with a capped number of daily permits. Permits must be secured well in advanced through licensed dive operators.

  • Sipadan Annual Closure: Sipadan Island completely closes for the entire month of November every year for marine conservation.

Please bring a swimsuit, rashguard, towel, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, dry bag and any personal items you may need. We provide the rest!

Certification cards are required for certified divers.

Absolutely! We can arrange private tours for families or groups based on experience level, interests, and schedule. Just contact us for details on availability.

Following safety regulations, you must adhere to “no-fly times” to prevent decompression sickness. Allow a minimum of 12 hours of surface time after a single dive, and at least 18 to 24 hours if you have completed multiple dives or multi-day diving.

Yes. Dive and snorkelling packages include full set of dive gear, tanks and weights, including with a dive guide except dive computer and power prescription mask.

We maintain a safe ratio of 1 instructor or divemaster to 4 guests.

Yes. Our trips depart from the Semporna jetty early in the morning 8:30 AM. If you arrive in town expecting to book a same-day trip, you will likely miss the boat departures.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some common questions we receive about our tours.

There are no direct flights to Semporna as the town does not have its own airport. You must fly into Tawau Airport (TWU), which receives regular flights from Kuala Lumpur, Kota Kinabalu, and Singapore. From Tawau Airport, you will take a 1- to 1.5-hour land transfer (via taxi, Grab, or resort shuttle) to reach Semporna town.

Yes. Even if you are a Malaysian citizen flying from Peninsular Malaysia or Sarawak, Sabah has its own immigration control. You must pass through immigration and get your passport/document stamped upon arrival in Sabah and again when leaving. Keep your slip or stamp secure, or you may face delays when returning to the mainland.

Diving is available year‑round. With generally good visibility it will fall from April to June. Conditions vary slightly by season and location.

No. To protect the marine environment and handle strong currents, Sabah Parks requires all divers at Sipadan Island to hold at least an Advanced Open Water (AOW) certification or equivalent. Beginners can, however, take their Open Water course or do “Discover Scuba Diving” at neighbouring islands like Mabul, Kapalai, and Mataking.

For fun dives, a valid Open Water (or higher) certification is required.
 
For Discover Scuba Diving, no certification is needed.
If you are not a swimmer, it is fine. Life jackets are provided, and our guides are always nearby for assistance.

Yes! Our instructors are experienced in guiding beginners, and we provide all necessary gear to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

Sipadan is a strictly protected marine park with a capped number of daily permits. Permits must be secured well in advanced through licensed dive operators.

  • Sipadan Annual Closure: Sipadan Island completely closes for the entire month of November every year for marine conservation.

Please bring a swimsuit, rashguard, towel, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, dry bag and any personal items you may need. We provide the rest!

Certification cards are required for certified divers.

Absolutely! We can arrange private tours for families or groups based on experience level, interests, and schedule. Just contact us for details on availability.

Following safety regulations, you must adhere to “no-fly times” to prevent decompression sickness. Allow a minimum of 12 hours of surface time after a single dive, and at least 18 to 24 hours if you have completed multiple dives or multi-day diving.

Yes. Dive and snorkelling packages include full set of dive gear, tanks and weights, including with a dive guide except dive computer and power prescription mask.

We maintain a safe ratio of 1 instructor or divemaster to 4 guests.

Yes. Our trips depart from the Semporna jetty early in the morning 8:30 AM. If you arrive in town expecting to book a same-day trip, you will likely miss the boat departures.