Meet at Seafest Hotel and transfer to Tatagan Island. Tatagan Island is one of the islands in Tun Sakaran Marine Park which is occupied by the sea gypsies. The Sea Gypsies or the “Bajau Laut” is made of Sabah’s ethnic group originated from the Philippines and Indonesia. They have been living a seaborne lifestyle, living near to the sea shore by erecting houses on stilts and travelling in lepa-lepa,a handmade boat. Many of them work as fishermen. They also made boats and some of them were excellent divers. Rumor has it that they can even breathe under water for up to five minutes.
Bohey Dulang Island is remnants of an extinct volcano. The crater is now flooded with seawater to form a large lagoon. Mantabuan Island is the smallest island in Tun Sakaran Marine Park, with an area of about 10 hectares or 0.1km². It is located just 2km from the northern coasts of beautiful Bohey Dulang and mysterious Bodgaya, the biggest island in the marine park.
The last island visit to Sibuan Island, is said to be one of the most beautiful islands in the Celebes Sea. It is part of the Tun Sakaran Marine Park. There are no resorts on the islands, and also no public facilities. A few sea gypsies live on the island; unfortunately clearly noticeable by the rubble they often leave behind on the island. Fortunately diving schools in the area organize occasional reef and beach cleanup sessions. Don't forget to bring enough sunscreen, water and snacks with you when you visit the island. Sibuan is especially great for swimming, scuba diving, snorkeling and sun bathing.
Sea walking allows you to admire the amazing marine life up close and personal. Do not miss out on this delightful underwater experience!
* The itinerary is for reference only, it subjects to any necessary changes in accordance to local requirements.
Meet at Seafest Hotel lobby.
Depart to Tatagan Island.
Arrive to Tatagan Island.
Proceed to Bohey Dulang.
You may looking for hiking guide (optional). Fees/Tips service is bounded by guest. The hike will take about 1 hour. Embrace with a breath taking scenery of the surrounding of the island.
Enjoy packed lunch.
Proceed to Mantabuan Island. Free & leisure time.
Proceed to Sibuan Island. Free & leisure time.
Start sea walking.
Experience undersea world with glass boat.
Arrive to Seafest Hotel.
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.
Accep Visa and MasterCard credit card, Malaysian bank transfer, Paypal, FPX, Alipay. 2.3% surcharge apply. Please be noted that 2.3% transaction fee is non-refundable in case there is cancellation 3 days after the payment made.
Please request bank staff to calculate equivalent amount in USD before Telegraphic Transfer (T/T) to Malaysia. It takes 3 days to reach us. No 2.3% surcharge but you have to bear both side banks charges. The balances will be paid to either side as the case may be.
Min. Participant(s): 2 Persons To Go (child does not counted)
Tour location / Depart from: Tawau (Semporna) . To reach Tawau city, you have to take a domestic flight or bus express from Kota Kinabalu.
Recommend to book: 1 month(s) in advance
To book at least: 14 day(s) in advance
Cancellation & Refund Policy: No refund for any cancellation made.
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).