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Mabul Water Bungalows
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Mabul's latest, most exclusive resort offers privacy and luxury previously unavailable in the area. Diving at Sipadan is world class and this dive resort provides accommodation to suit. There are high class furnishings in each air-conditioned bungalow, equipped with satellite TV, minibar, security safe for valuables, and huge dual-aspect private balcony. Single travellers may be permitted to share at non-peak times.
Enjoy the luxuries of Mabul Water Bungalows and make use of the available facilities at the nearby Sipadan Mabul Resort (under joint ownership) with jacuzzi, massage, swimming pool, sea kayaks and beach volleyball.
The scuba centre boats will collect you every day for 2 dives at Sipadan (subject to park concessions), with a third dive back in Mabul or Kapalai Island. Nitrox is available for those qualified to use it, and if you need yet more diving, then there's unlimited complimentary shore dives at some of the favourite Mabul sites, such as Froggy Lair, or direct from the resort's own jetty, where you will find an excellent artificial reef.
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Rooms: 14 Diving in: Sipadan, Mabul and Kapalai Dive type: Boat and shore dives Divers: Max. 28 
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Enjoy the luxuries of Mabul Water Bungalows and make use of the available facilities at the nearby Sipadan Mabul Resort (under joint ownership) with jacuzzi, massage, swimming pool, sea kayaks and beach volleyball.
The scuba centre boats will collect you every day for 2 dives at Sipadan (subject to park concessions), with a third dive back in Mabul or Kapalai Island. Nitrox is available for those qualified to use it, and if you need yet more diving, then there's unlimited complimentary shore dives at some of the favourite Mabul sites, such as Froggy Lair, or direct from the resort's own jetty, where you will find an excellent artificial reef.
Accommodation and Diving Package Prices...
Prices valid until 31 March 2018
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| All Year Round 16/17/18 - 1 April 2016 to 31 March 2018 | ||||||
| Days | Nights | Price per diver | Price per non-diver | Single supplement (see note below) |
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| US$ | US$ | US$ | ||||
| 4 | 3 | 1,165 | 725 | 583 | More info | Request |
| 5 | 4 | 1,347 | 850 | 673 | More info | Request |
| 6 | 5 | 1,522 | 1,002 | 761 | More info | Request |
| 7 | 6 | 1,768 | 1,198 | 884 | More info | Request |
| 8 | 7 | 2,014 | 1,395 | 1,007 | More info | Request |
| 9 | 8 | 2,260 | 1,592 | 1,130 | More info | Request |
| 10 | 9 | 2,507 | 1,788 | 1,253 | More info | Request |
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Special offers: Have a look at our Mabul Water Bungalows special offers for more details of the discounted prices on this page. Offer closes: 30 Jun 2017Destinations: Sipadan Island (Diving environment: wall diving, drift diving, advanced divers, very popular; Highlights: shark action, turtles, schooling fish/big pelagics),
Mabul (Diving environment: beginner & advanced divers, very popular; Highlights: great macro life/marine diversity), and
Kapalai (Diving environment: beginner & advanced divers, very popular; Highlights: great macro life/marine diversity).
When park guest permit numbers allow, there is a 3 dives in Sipadan (including packed lunch). Alternatively it will be a 3 dives day around Mabul or Kapalai. No scuba on day of departure. The number of dives quoted in the packages above is based on 3 dives per full diving day.
Note: Mabul Water Bungalows Resort offers a guaranteed visit to Sipadan Island with a minimum 6 days / 5 nights scuba package. Permits to Sipadan island are not transferable. For shorter packages or for diving Sipadan more often, there is still the chance to purchase permits on arrival, depending on availability. It is possible to pre-book the extra permits, by filling an entry permit purchase order form while booking the resort. By filling the form the chances of obtaining permits are better. Permit fees and diving service (approx. US$ 127 per diver) will then be paid on arrival (if permits are obtained). Please ask us for more details. For more guaranteed dives at Sipadan, please check MV Celebes Explorer.
Resort diving includes: Dives (as detailed in the packages above), unlimited self-guided shore and night dives at the resort's house reef, boat rides to sites, experienced English-speaking divemaster (maximum 10 divers per DM), tanks, weights and weightbelts, Semporna jetty fees, drinking water, hot drinks, snacks. Goods & Services Tax (GST 6%) is included in our prices (unlike some other agency websites that you might visit).
Diving excludes (mandatory, unless customer provides own): Scuba equipment (approx. US$ 47 per day), Sipadan permit fee (approx. US$ 9 per person per day). Unless otherwise stated, all the listed items need to be paid on arrival (cash or credit card).
Optional extras: Extra boat dives (Mabul / Sipadan), night boat dives (Mabul), scuba computer, nitrox fills for enriched air certified divers (approx. US$ 11 per tank), dive insurance, soft drinks. Unless otherwise stated, all the listed items need to be paid on arrival.
Resort accommodation includes: Bed, breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinking water, hot drinks, snacks, return resort transfers from Tawau airport, internet access. Goods & Services Tax (GST 6%) is included in our prices (unlike some other agency websites that you might visit).
Accommodation excludes (mandatory): If you are a single person you must normally pay in advance for a single supplement, but you may be able to share at non-peak times. Unless otherwise stated, all the listed items need to be paid on arrival.
Single Supplement: This is optional at this resort at off peak times only - single travellers may choose to share accommodation or elect to pay an additional charge for the sole occupancy of double/twin accommodation.
Optional extras: Alcoholic drinks, soft drinks. Unless otherwise stated, all the listed items need to be paid on arrival.
How to get there: The resort is located along the southern beachfront of Mabul Island. It is a 40 minute speedboat ride from the port of Semporna. The resort will provide a return transfer from Tawau Airport to Semporna and Mabul.
Recommended Tawau arrival flights:
From Kota Kinabalu: Malaysia Airlines: MH2121 (07:25-08:15)
From Kuala Lumpur: Air Asia AK5744 (07:00-09:50)
From Sandakan: Malaysia Airlines MH 3093 (09:15-09:55)
Boat departures from Semporna to Resort are at 10:00, 12:30 and 16:30 hrs. Please note that if your flight arrives before 15:00 then you are able to make the last boat transfer at 16:30 hrs. Diving on arrival day is only possible if you arrive to the resort on 10:00 hrs boat schedule. Please be ready at Seafest hotel's lobby at least 30 minutes before the scheduled boat departure if you transfer to Semporna overland from Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan or Lahad Datu.
Recommended Tawau departure flights:
To Kota Kinabalu: Malaysia Airlines: MH2134 (18:25-19:15), MH3056 (21:05-22:05). Air Asia: AK6261 (10:20-11:05), AK6263 (15:05-15:55), AK6267 (17:10-18:00), AK6265 (21:45-22:35);
To Kuala Lumpur: Air Asia: AK5745 (10:15-12:55), AK5747 (13:20-16:00), AK5749 (15:40-18:25), AK5741 (18:55-21:40).
To Sandakan: Malaysia Airlines: MH3092 (10:20-11:00)
Transfer times from SMART to Tawau Airport are 06:30, 11:00 and 14:00 hrs. Please plan 3 hours between resort departure and flight departure time.
Note that you will have to stay overnight in Tawau or Semporna if you arrive or depart on any flight which is not mentioned the above. Unscheduled or private boat transfer can be arranged with additional surcharge for individual and group. For more information see our Sipadan resorts travel section. . Flight information changes frequently. You are responsible for booking the correct flights.
Dive clubs and group discounts: Groups of 10 guests or more - 1 extra person can join free of charge.
Add-on package: If this is your only planned visit to Borneo Malaysia then we strongly recommend that you consider a 2 night add-on stay at the Sepilok Nature Resort, Sandakan in Sabah, to allow you to witness the not-to-be-missed jungle adventures with orang-utans.
Rooms, Beds, Bathrooms, Views...
14 high quality stilted bungalows sit over the clear shallow waters providing easily the highest grade accommodation in Mabul. Enjoy the spacious dual aspect private balcony offering panoramic vistas of blue sea and the palm fringed island of Mabul.
Each bungalow is exquisitely furnished with:
Each bungalow is exquisitely furnished with:
- Contemporary decor
- Remote control air-conditioner and ceiling fan
- Private bathroom with hot water shower
- Toiletries and towels
- Colour TV with satellite channels
- Private balcony
- Mini bar and in-room safety box
Diving Details...
When park guest permit numbers allow, there is a 3 or 4 dive trip to Sipadan (including packed lunch). Alternatively it will be a 3 dive day around Mabul or Kapalai.
Dive boats are:
Unlimited and unguided jetty beach dives with your own buddy are available free of charge.
There are dives available into the famous tomb of Turtle Cavern at Sipadan Island with experienced divemasters, but there is an extra charge for this dive.
Boat journey time to Pulau Sipadan from the Mabul Water Bungalows dive resort is about 25 minutes.
Dive boats are:
- 6 fibreglass boats and 1 wooden boat
- Maximum 10 divers per boat
- Optional personalised underwater video service
- Nitrox options
Unlimited and unguided jetty beach dives with your own buddy are available free of charge.
There are dives available into the famous tomb of Turtle Cavern at Sipadan Island with experienced divemasters, but there is an extra charge for this dive.
Boat journey time to Pulau Sipadan from the Mabul Water Bungalows dive resort is about 25 minutes.
Facilities, Location, Recreation...
Enjoy a massage in your bungalow or relax by the pool or in the Jacuzzi. For a bit of exercise you can explore the island's shores by sea kayak or play a game of beach volleyball. There is also great snorkelling from right beneath your room.
In house videographers can make group or individual movies of your Sipadan scuba adventures here to preserve your wonderful underwater memories.
Resort facilities include: Restaurants & bars - Swimming pool - Jacuzzi - Technical diving - Underwater video centre - Ocean kayaks - Volleyball - Basketball - Fishing trips - Free usage of broadband internet - Massage - Gift shop - Laundry - International telephone and fax
Location: Mabul Island, Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia
In house videographers can make group or individual movies of your Sipadan scuba adventures here to preserve your wonderful underwater memories.
Resort facilities include: Restaurants & bars - Swimming pool - Jacuzzi - Technical diving - Underwater video centre - Ocean kayaks - Volleyball - Basketball - Fishing trips - Free usage of broadband internet - Massage - Gift shop - Laundry - International telephone and fax
Location: Mabul Island, Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia
Menu, Cuisine Type, Specialities...
Guests can choose to dine either at SMART resort or at the exclusive Water Bungalows restaurant where the cuisine includes the finest Malaysian dishes as well as western and Italian favourites.
Seafood and vegetarian options are well represented among the mouth-watering buffet options which normally include 3 courses at dinner.
A large barbeque grill is served once a week, and guests can help themselves to fruit, toast, cereal, hot and cold drinks throughout the whole day.
Seafood and vegetarian options are well represented among the mouth-watering buffet options which normally include 3 courses at dinner.
A large barbeque grill is served once a week, and guests can help themselves to fruit, toast, cereal, hot and cold drinks throughout the whole day.
Dive Safety, Resort Security...
Although the dive boats do not carry oxygen, the resort has oxygen on site and it is also available at the island of Sipadan. The boats do carry first aid kits though.
Currently, the nearest re-compression chamber is located at the Navy Base in Semporna, on the Sabah mainland. We strongly recommend that you have your own insurance to cover scuba emergencies.
For non-diving related emergencies, there is also a hospital at Semporna.
Mabul has a local police station and, in the interests of tourist safety, armed guards patrol the island 24 hours per day.
Currently, the nearest re-compression chamber is located at the Navy Base in Semporna, on the Sabah mainland. We strongly recommend that you have your own insurance to cover scuba emergencies.
For non-diving related emergencies, there is also a hospital at Semporna.
Mabul has a local police station and, in the interests of tourist safety, armed guards patrol the island 24 hours per day.
Customer reviews:
I also did my PADI Advanced Open Water course whilst staying here and I have to say my instructor was brilliant. His name is Patrick Chong and is easily the best instructor I've had. He really helped me nail my buoyancy and taught me a variety of different fin kicks that I didn't even know existed! He was very attentive and totally put me at ease. The diving timetable was very organised and well structured and there was not a moment where I felt I wasn't being looked after. I knew exactly where and when I had to be and what dive site we were going to the day before, all my equipment would have been set-up for me and already on the boat waiting for me.
The rest of the staff were also really friendly and the service we received was impeccable. I rented a BCD, regulator (1st and 2nd stage), octopus and SPG and had no problems. The on-site facilities were of an excellent standard, especially the spa." - Alexander Hislop, UK, 2 August 2011 ...
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