How much does it cost to dive in Sipadan?

Sipadan-Mabul Diving Package

Is Malaysia good for scuba diving?

Diving in Malaysia is suitable for all levels of divers as waters are generally calm and reefs are protected and most dive sites can be accessed by speed boats without any need for a liveaboard vessel. Layang-Layang Island is an area for deep dives of up to 40m – perfect if you have the right certifications.

Can you snorkel in Sipadan?

our favourite snorkeling spots Sipadan is not only for divers! In fact, many of the famous sights at Sipadan can be seen whilst snorkeling. The residential school of thousands of jackfish usually hangs out just below the surface, perfect for snorkelling and freediving.

Why is Sipadan famous?

Sipadan Island, a marine paradise, is renowned among divers for its rich underwater biodiversity, pristine reefs, and sudden drop-offs into the deep blue. It is well known as a hotspot for biodiversity with over 3,000 species of fish and hundreds of coral species calling the waters off this island home.

How much should I tip my dive instructor?

If you tip based on the price of the dive, a tip of 10-15% of the price seems to be the norm. Obviously you can tip more or less depending on the level of service you received.

Who owns Sipadan Island?

In 2002, after decades disputing its ownership with Indonesia, Malaysia acquired sovereignty over Sipadan, and ordered resort operators to leave the island. Five years ago, “Sipadan Island Park” was declared. Now divers stay on neighboring islands, like Mabul, and require permits to visit.

Is Sipadan safe?

Diving[edit] To dive on Sipadan you have to stay somewhere nearby, such as on Mabul, Kapalai or in Semporna, and take a boat onto the island. Because Sipadan is now a protected site, only 120 divers are allowed daily (April 2013).

What is the diving capital of the world?

Key Largo
Frequently called the diving capital of the world, Key Largo, which runs from mile marker 90 to 112, has all the underwater flair you’d expect including sunken ships, statues and coral reefs you have to see to believe.

Is the Sipadan diving island in the world?

The Sipadan legend has passed through the world’s diving community to the extent that all divers with an interest in visiting the best sites in the world, have a resort stay or a short liveaboard cruise near this small island near the top of their wish list.

What to see on Sipadan liveaboard in Malaysia?

Sipadan Liveaboards in Malaysia are the main dive attraction. With a 600 meter wall dive, green and hawksbill turtles coming to mate and nest, and a plethora of pelagic species such as manta rays, eagle rays, hammerheads and whale sharks, there are few places on Earth where a diver can experience such a full oceanic scene.

When is the best time to liveaboard dive in Sipadan?

Sipadan is a year round liveaboard diving destination, though most operators agree the best months are April through December. Water temperatures range from a comfortable 26-34 degrees Celsius. Visitors are no longer permitted to stay overnight on the island so liveaboard diving in Sipadan is the preferred method by divers in-the-know.

Where is the best place to scuba dive in Malaysia?

Ever since diving celebrity Jacques Cousteau raved about Pulau Sipadan’s diversity of marine life, this dive mecca has been indisputably the most famous scuba destination in Malaysia. It is located off the east coast of Sabah, Malaysia’s eastern most state, and lies on the north-eastern corner of Borneo, the world’s third largest island.