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Mataking Island Reef Dive Resort
Semporna, Sabah, Malaysia · Independent · Accessible Luxury
Mataking Island Reef Dive Resort occupies its own island in the Celebes Sea off Semporna, in eastern Sabah, a dedicated dive island and the island's main house. Guests reach it by boat from Semporna, then step onto the reef, and the water off the beach is part of the coral triangle that runs from Sabah through the Philippines to Indonesia.
- 63 rooms
- Neighborhood: Mataking Island
- Rooms from 463 sq ft (43 m²)
About Mataking Island Reef Dive Resort
- Mataking Island Reef Dive Resort occupies Mataking Island off Semporna, Sabah, in the Celebes Sea.
- It is a dive hotel on its own island, and boats from Semporna are the usual arrival.
- The reefs sit within the coral triangle, known for diversity.
- Entry-level rooms start at 463 sq ft (43 m²).
History
Mataking Island Reef Dive Resort opened as an independent island dive hotel off Semporna in eastern Sabah. Guests reach it by boat; the resort is the island's main house.
Restaurants and bars
- Simply 'Enak' Restaurant — Restaurant · classic Western and indigenous Malaysian
- Gecko Bar — Bar · signature cocktails and tropical light bites
Experiences
- Underwater Post Office — Chance to post your own letters using special waterproof bags and a rubber stamp.
- Stargazing at Mataking Kecil Island — After sundown, walk the secluded beach to see wild turtle nests and sit on a sand field watching the stars; escorted by military personnel.
- Dive sites around the island, including Garden of Eden — Reefs and anemones at dive sites around the island, accompanied by PADI-certified guides; Garden of Eden houses plenty of colorful reefs and anemones.
- PADI diving courses — Diving packages include PADI courses from Discover Scuba Diving to Rescue Diver, plus snorkelling, marine bio adventure, water sports and kayaking.
- Sipadan Trip — Full adventurous day around the ocean, arranged by the resort.
- Bohey Dulang Island Hiking Trip — Excursion, maximum 9 persons per boat.
Amenities
- Wedding ceremonies
- Undersea wedding package
- Honeymoon packages
- fully-equipped entertainment lounge center
- sport fields (volleyball and soccer) at staff area
- safekeeping service
- PADI-certified expert guides
- dive training on the spot by friendly instructors
- arranged Sipadan Trip
- military personnel escort between island and resort at night
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