3D2N Mataking Reef Dive Resort

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
- 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.)
- Any unscheduled transfer will be at guest own arrangements.
- Only 3 daily scheduled land transfer is provided during check-in day.
- Only 2 daily scheduled transfer is provided during check-out day.
- In the event of guest unable to follow all three scheduled land transfer due to their flight. Guest will have to arrange their own transfer to Semporna Town and stay overnight. 

Arrival: 
Tawau Airport - Mataking Jetty 
1.  7.00 am pickup from Tawau Airport
- Applicable for arrival flights arrival at 7:00 am only.  Direct pickup upon arrival at the airport to the jetty.
- The resort representative will be holding a signage with guest's name for easy recognition during the pickup.

2. 10.30 am pickup from Tawau Airport
- Applicable for arrival flights before 10:30 am
- The resort representative will be holding a signage with guest's name for easy recognition during the pickup.

3. 14:00 pm pickup from Tawau Airport
- Applicable for arrival flights after 10:30 pm and before 1:00 pm
- The resort representative will be holding a signage with guest's name for easy recognition during the pickup.

Departure:
Mataking Jetty - Tawau Airport
1. 12:00 pm pickup from the jetty
- Applicable to flights departing at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

2. 15:00 pm pickup from the jetty
- Last scheduled land transfer back to the Airport.
- Applicable to flights departing after 18:00 pm.

Scheduled Boat Transfer
- Any unscheduled transfer will be at guest own arrangements.
- Only 3 daily scheduled transfer is available during check-in day.
- Only 2 daily scheduled 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.)

Mataking Jetty - Mataking Reef Resort
1. 9:30 am depart from Mataking Jetty
- Applicable for flight arrival at 7:00 am only and guest who are staying overnight at Semporna Town.
- Time to meet up at the Mataking Jetty is at 9:00 am or earlier. Any lateness will not be waited. (For Guest arranging their own transportation) 

2. 12:00 pm depart from Mataking Jetty
- For flights before 10:30 am.
- Guest who are staying overnight at Semporna Town may also choose this boat transfer. 
- Meet up time at Mataking Jetty is at 11:30 am or earlier. Any lateness will not be waited. (For Guest arranging their own transportation) . 

3. 15:30 pm depart from Mataking Jetty
- Flights after 10:30 am and before 1:00 pm. 

Mataking Reef Dive Resort - Mataking Jetty
1. 11:00 am depart from Mataking Reef Dive Resort
- For flights departing at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

2. 14:00 pm depart from Mataking Reef Dive Resort
- For flights departing after 18:00 pm

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

NOTICE:

SOP - THE REEF DIVE RESORT (MATAKING ISLAND)
Although the Sabah government has exempted all vaccinated adults from swab tests since December 2021, our Mataking Island Resort requires all travelers to do swab tests (either RTK-Antigen or RT-PCR at the Clinic / Lab ONLY - NOT self-test kit) within 3 days before departure for premise entry.

Travel Requirements (by the Reef Dive Resort, Mataking Island)

• MySejahtera status for each individual must be in 'Low Risk No Symptom' & 'Fully Vaccinated'
• ALL travelers including SABAHAN & INTER-STATE travelers (for West Malaysia, Sarawak, and Labuan entry to Sabah) MUST undergo Covid-19 RT-PCR or RTK-Ag negative test results (nasopharyngeal or saliva) within 3 days before departure date and must be verified by the clinic/lab conducting the test for premise entry.

Important Note:

• Only fully vaccinated travelers can be accepted into the resort
• Child below the age of 12 years old must be accompanied by fully vaccinated parents/guardian
• Youth between the ages of 12-18 years old receiving at least one dose of vaccination
• Guest will bear the cost of transportation if symptomatic during the stay and tested positive
• All travelers MUST BE fully vaccinated, the check-in date must be 14 days after receiving the second dose
• Traveling date change subject to approval & charges
• The Management reserves the right to alter, amend, delete or add to these conditions or withdraw the package at any time without prior notice

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 2024] 
Peak Season Surcharge: 5% surcharge according to selected package

• Month of February: 9th to 18th February 2024                    
• Month of July & August : 1st July - 31st August 2024                     
• Month of October:  1st - 7th October 2024                    
• Month of January: 28th January 2025 to 6th February 2025        

Cancellation Policy：

1. Confirmation date to 8 days before actual check-in date: 10 % deposit of the trip's full price forfeited.
2. 7 days to 1 day before actual check-in date - 50% of the trip's full price forfeited.
3. No show on check-in day of customer - 100% of the trip's full price forfeited.