Mataking Reef Dive Resort
Highlight
- Private beach, non-resident guests are not allowed to enter the island
- A post office under the sea for diving enthusiasts (about 30 meters deep)
Included
Description
Mataking island is located in the Celebes Sea in the southern part of Sabah, Malaysia and it is also one of the most popular islands in Semporna town. The Reef Dive Resort Mataking is built on a private tropical island and is strictly allowed only for in-house guests. The need for privacy and tranquility is absolutely met for you to enjoy the embrace of nature.
Mataking Island is composed of two islands, the big (Mataking Besar) and the small (Mataking Kecil), but the area is only 40 acres. During the low tide, the sand bridge connects the two islands that are separately 500meter distance and forms a trailing white sand beach for walking on the water. Unlimited snorkeling in the crystal clear sea, surrounded by tropical fish and the colorful underwater world. You can also be swinging on the sea and enjoy family fun. The post office located under the sea is the most attractive point for those diving enthusiasts from all over the world. Divers put their sealed letters into the mailboxes on the bottom of the sea. The staff will collect them regularly and mail your letters. Shortly after, you will receive a letter from the sea to yourself.
Mataking is listed as a national turtle sanctuary. Every year from April to September, the turtles will enter the ashore to lay on their eggs. The staff will transfer the eggs to the hatchery for protection. After a few weeks, the baby turtles will hatch and move back to the sea.
- Child 3 - 12 years old
- Rates are based on Twin/Triple/Quad basis and based on SIC (sit-in coach) basic
- Child rate counted based on YEAR OF BIRTH only. Child MUST BE sharing room with 2 adults
- Rates are subject to change without prior notice at the discretion of the government (if Any)
Check-in & Check-out time:
Check-in : 14:00 pm
Check-out: 11:00 am
Scheduled Land Transfer :
| Tawau Airport → Mataking Jetty (Arrival) | Remarks |
| 7:00 AM | For flights arrival at 7:00 AM |
| 10:30 AM | for flights arrival before 10:30 AM |
| 14:00 PM | For flights Arrival after 10:30 AM and before 13:00 PM |
| Mataking Jetty → Tawau Airport (Departure) | Remarks |
| 12:00 PM | For flights departure at 15:00 PM - 17:00 PM |
| 15:00 PM | For flight departure after 18:00 PM |
Important Note:
- Please plan your flights according to the Schedule Land and Boat Transfer. Any unscheduled transfer will be at guest own arrangements.
- Land Transfer is only applicable for Tawau Airport to Semporna Town and vice versa on actual check-in and check-out day only.
- Guest that are staying overnight in Semporna Town will have to arrange their own transport to the jetty. ( No transfer will be provided.)
- Only 3 daily scheduled land transfer is provided during check-in day.
- Only 2 daily scheduled transfer is provided during check-out day.
Scheduled Boat Transfer
| Mataking Jetty → Mataking Reef Dive Resort (Check-In) | Remarks |
| 9:30 AM | For flights arrival at 7 AM and guest staying overnight at Semporna Town |
| 12:00 PM | For flights arrival before 10:30 AM |
| 15:30 PM | For flights arrival after 10:30 AM and before 13:00 PM |
| Mataking Reef Dive Resort → Mataking Jetty (Check-Out) | Remarks |
| 11:00 AM | For flights departure at 15:00 PM - 17:00 PM |
| 14:00 PM | For flight departure after 18:00 PM |
Important Note:
- Any unscheduled transfer will be at guest own arrangements.
- Only 3 daily scheduled boat transfer is available during check-in day.
- Only 2 daily scheduled boat transfer is provided during check-out day.
- For guest that will continue staying in Semporna after check-out , guest may opt to be drop off at the jetty. (Land transfer to Hotel in Semporna is not provided.)
- Boat-in to Mataking Reef Dive Resort (Check-In) at 14:00 PM will not be provided any lunch.
Villa
Beach Chalets
Semi Detached Beach Chalet
King Chalets
Garden View Deluxe East
Premium Room
The reference price for rental equipment: Actual price is subject to the resort
- Snorkeling set : Rm 25 per set
- Fin Rm 10 per piece
- BCD Rm25 per piece
- Regulator Rm25 per piece
- Booties Rm8 per piece
- Dive suit Rm25 per piece
The reference price for facilities at your own expense: Actual price is subject to the resort
- Discover scuba diving: Rm330/pax (2 pax and above)
- Kayak (transparent) 1seater Rm50/hrs
- Kayak (transparent) 2seater Rm60/hrs
- Fishing Trip 2-4hours Rm 800-Rm 1200
- Massage Spa Rm90-Rm700
Mandatory by the law of Malaysia Tourism Tax (MyTTx) - only applies to Non-Malaysian / International (with Foreign Passports)
- Flat rate of RM 10.00 per room per night will be collected directly from all foreign guests by cash at the resort on behalf of Royal Malaysian Customs effective 1st September 2017
- This fee is necessary for the Country to carry out the development, enhancement, maintenance, and promotion of tourism in Malaysia
[Year 2025]
Peak Season Surcharge: 5% surcharge according to selected package
- Month of July & August : 1st July - 31st August 2025
- Month of October: 1st - 7th October 2025
- Month of February: 16th February 2026 to 25th February 2026
Itinerary
* The itinerary is for reference only, it subjects to any necessary changes in accordance to local requirements.How to Pay
Pay on travelling day
No advance payment is required, simply pay cash in Ringgit-Malaysia to tour guide. However, you still need pay in full for any cancellation made 1 day prior to tour date.
Pay Online
Accep Visa and MasterCard credit card, Malaysian bank transfer, Paypal, FPX, Alipay. 2.3% surcharge apply. Please be noted that 2.3% processing fee is non-refundable in case there is cancellation 3 days after the payment made.
Bank Transfer
for Malaysians:
Online banking through your Malaysia Bank Account
for International guests:
Use WISE - a Fast & convenient global transfers service, better exchange rate than conventional bank Telegraphic Transfer; No 2.3% processing fee; Generally we would receive your payment in same day.
Additional information
Min. Participant(s): 2 Persons To Go (child does not counted)
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Tour location / Depart from: Tawau (Semporna) . To reach Tawau city, you have to take a domestic flight or bus express from Kota Kinabalu or Sandakan. There are direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport too.
Recommend to book: 2 month(s) in advance
To book at least: 30 day(s) in advance
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Cancellation & Refund Policy: 1. Confirmation date to 8 days before actual check-in date 10% deposit of the trips full price forfeited. 2. 7 days to 01 day before actual check in date 50% of the trips full price forfeited. 3. NO SHOW on check-in day of customer 100% of the trips full price forfeited.
Tour Type: Private trip. You group will NOT share the trip with other guests.
Insurance: Tourist transportation insurance included. Please contact your insurance agency for personal travel insurance.
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Pickup Service: Pickup service will be provided from the hotel/hostel/lodge that you are staying. Please wait at lobby while the tour guide will find you when he/she arrive. Dropoff service will be provided after travelling, please notify us upon booking if your dropoff location is differ from pickup location.
Specialities: You may decide the joining date, no compulsory tips (If you are happy and satisfied with the journey and the tour guide service, it's always a nice way to express your appreciation with tipping, OR words of thanks is good enough).
