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Overview

  • Rating: 4.4 / 5 (50 reviews)
  • Duration: ~7 hours
  • Languages: English, Chinese, Malay
  • Start Point: Jetty Pelancong Semporna
  • Free Cancellation: Up to 24 hours
  • Best For: Beginners, snorkelers, first-time divers, families

Your adventure begins at the Jetty Pelancong Semporna, where you’ll board a speedboat and cruise across turquoise waters to your first stop, Timba-Timba Island. Here, you’ll enjoy free time to relax on the white sand, swim, or begin your snorkeling or introductory diving experience with a safety briefing and guided session in shallow, calm waters. After exploring the vibrant marine life, continue to a scenic spot for a break and a delicious local lunch. The journey then takes you to Mataking Island, known for its rich coral reefs and crystal-clear visibility—perfect for more snorkeling or diving. Your final stop is Pandanan Island, where you can unwind with a swim or simply soak in the tranquil tropical surroundings before heading back by boat to Semporna, concluding a full day of island hopping and ocean exploration.

Itineraries

Trip 1

Timba Timba Island

Your first stop is a picture-perfect sandbank island known for its shallow, calm waters—ideal for beginners.

  • Swim or relax on powdery white sand
  • Try snorkeling or introductory scuba diving (DSD)
  • Spot tropical fish and coral reefs

Trip 2

Timba Timba Island Visit, Free time, Swimming, Snorkeling, Marine life viewing, Safety briefing, Scuba diving (50 minutes)

A more secluded paradise with rich marine biodiversity.

  • Snorkel among colorful reef systems
  • Possible turtle sightings (if you're lucky )
  • Great visibility for underwater photography

Trip 3

Pulau Pandanan Visit, Free time, Swimming, Snorkeling, Marine life viewing, Safety briefing, Scuba diving (40 minutes)

The final stop is perfect for a relaxed swim and scenic views.

  • Calm lagoon-style waters
  • Leisure snorkeling or floating
  • Stunning untouched tropical scenery

Includes

 
Day tour
 
2 DSD diving for 20-minutes each and 1 snorkelling trip the whole duration (if option selected)
 
3 snorkelling trips for the whole stop duration (if option selected)
 
Multilingual instructors on how to snorkel or dive
 
Scuba diving gears, fins, full wetsuits rental, BCD regulator, Gauge, Oxygen Tank, or Cylinder (for diver only)
 
Instructor
 
Life jacket
 
Photographer and videographer with GoPro for free (for divers only)
 
1 bottle of water (1.5 litre)
 
1 lunch box
 
Mask and snorkel (both snorkelling and diving)
 
Dock taxes
 
Jetty fee
 
Taxes
Hotel pickup and drop-off
 
Pandanan island beach conservation and entry fee 15 MYR per person (cash only)
 
Mataking entry fee 10 MYR per person (cash only)
 
Wetsuit or swimsuit
 
Personal expense
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No, you don’t need any certification. The Discovery Scuba Diving (DSD) option is beginner-friendly and includes a full safety briefing with an instructor guiding you throughout.

The tour starts at Jetty Pelancong Semporna. You’ll meet the crew there before boarding the speedboat.

You’ll explore three beautiful islands near Semporna:

Timba-Timba Island
Mataking Island
Pandanan Island

Depending on your selected option, you can enjoy:

Snorkeling at all stops
Discovery scuba diving (no experience needed)
Swimming and beach relaxation

Yes. Beginners and even non-swimmers can participate. Life jackets and instructors are provided to ensure safety and comfort.