SIPADAN HONEYMOON

             

                              

History of sipadan island

The name of Sipadan is simply legendary in diving circles, conjuring images of twirling tornados of barracudas and jacks, patrolling hammerhead sharks, millions of technicolored reef fish and, above all, dozens of sea turtles swimming peacefully everywhere. 

"Sipidan, Borneo: The waters of Indonesia meet the waters of Malaysia at the 'Ring of Fire'. Within this underwater circus lies one of the world's freshest dive sites - Borneo's Sipidan Island. Seeing 10 green and hawksbill turtles in one dive is not uncommon, nor is seeing a school of 300 barracuda and hammerheads The proximity of dives to shore allows you to gear up, swim out a few yards, and get some of the best diving of your life."

HONEYMOON PACKAGES

·         LEISURE (3D/2N)

·         CHERISH (5D/4N)

·         LOVELY (7D/6N)

HOTELS

·         Sipadan-Kapalai Dive Resort

·         Sipadan water village resort

·         SipadanMabul Resort 

          SIPADAN KAPALAI DIVE

Packages

Both diver and non-diver packages are available 

                       

                           

•          Meet-and-greet at Tawau Airport / Tawau hotel;
•          Return transfer from the airport / hotel to private jetty in Semporna;
•          Return boat transfer from Semporna to Kapalai Island;
•          Accommodation at Sipadan Kapalai Dive Resort;                                                                                      
•          Diver Package: 3 daily boat dives (excl.arrive & departure days);
•          Diver Package: Unlimited dive in front of Dive Centre (for certified divers only);
•          Diver Package: Tanks, weights and belt;
•          Full board meals freshly cooked by the resort chef served buffet style;
•          Afternoon snacks;
•        Tea, coffee, water and cordial available throughout the day;
•         No extra charge for night divers in front of Dive Centre (strictly for advanced  /  experienced          divers only); 

                             

The purest image of natural serenity, the sandbank of Kapalai and its exclusive resort-on-stilts lie on a patch of brilliant turquoise a few miles off the coast of Borneo, along the spectacular Ligitan Reefs and just a few minutes by speedboat from the celebrated (and more crowded) islands of Sipadan and Mabul.  

Quiet shallow waters lap at the sturdily, kampung-style built wooden bungalows overlooking the sandy sea bottom, and from the windows of the elegant, spacious rooms one can spend endless hours looking at the sea life dancing its never ending tune just a couple of meters below life dancing its never ending tune just a couple of meters below    .

 

Innovative in concept - a chain of roomy and well-equipped chalets with private bathrooms linked by long wooden walkways, centered around the open restaurant cum sundeck and the customary dive center - theKapalai Dive Resort has been built on a shallow but surprisingly wide sandbank which had been long known (and dived) by underwater photographers from all over the world, who used to come all the way from Sipadan and Mabul in search of its wildly exotic resident fauna.

                                                                                                                  Swimming, creeping, crawling or just simply lying still on the surrounding sand bottoms, hiding among the branching colonies of the shallow surrounding coral reef, ambushing their unwary prey from the hideouts offered by the resort stills and a few artificial reefs dotting the bottom, an amazing number of rare and unbelievably colorful species play their game of life and death, offering to the discriminating visitor unsurpassed opportunities for observation and macro photography.

  

           Other activities available

•          Limited snorkeling gear available for fire
•         Snorkeling & swimming
•        Ocean kayaking 

Diver package

             

This package is  for certified divers, and all dive programs are run by the resort.

Our all inclusive packages include tanks and weights, but do not include equipment rental (see rental charges below), as many guests prefer to bring their own equipment.

As an all inclusive package, 3 x boat dives plus unlimited jetty dives are included, but there are no refunds for unused dives.

Minimum diver qualification required is PADI Open Water Diver or equivalent.

Note: Purchasing a diving package with us does not guarantee guests will dive at Sipadan, but we will apply for entry permits to this restricted area on behalf of guests.

Should approval be granted for the guest during their stay, they will dive Sipadan at no extra charge.

The chances of approval are highest if guests stay for a minimum of 3 nights.

                               

 Non- diver package

Snorkellers are permitted to snorkel around the resort at leisure.

Snorkel equipment is available to rent or you can bring your own.

PADI Discover Scuba Diving is available at an extra charge and conducted in front of the dive centre with a       qualified diving instructor.

Should a guest or a non-diver be a certified diver and wish to dive, they may do so with a buddy around the House Reef or from the jetty.

Dives are charged at the following rates, but excludes equipment, and can be booked at the resort:

•    RM 100 per dive around the resort;
•    RM 120 per dive around Mabul
•    RM 150 per dive around Sipadan (including permit; subject to approval)

Special main food packages for couple

Full board meals freshly cooked by the resort chef served buffet style;

                                   

  

    

Room food-served is provided  

                      

                                 

                                 

      

 Packages for honeymoon price

days / Nights
	Per Diver	Non Diver
3D2N	RM 1,750	RM 1,400
5D4N	RM 3,050	RM 2,440
7D6N	RM 4,450	RM 3,560
Extension Night	RM 700	RM 560

                   

       SIPADAN WATER VILLAGE RESORT

                                     

sipadan Water Village is a resort built entirely over the water on stilts. In its design, Sipadan Water Village has achieved near utopia in its layout, splendid water cottage accommodations with flowered sidewalks, wonderfully prepared Asian and Continental cuisine, and impeccable and personable service! The dive program is comparable to none as everyone at Sipadan Water Village has an attitude and passion

Sipadan Water Village is a luxury resort overlooking the Celebes Sea on the island of Mabul. Fringed by white sand beaches and amazing marine life, Sipadan Water Village is the epitome of class and luxury, offering world class diving along with true relaxation and comfort.

  

   

The resorts offers 45 beautifully designed water cottage accommodations. Inspired from local Bajau architecture, the resort is entirely built over the water on ironwood stilts and is connected to mabul island by a long wooden pier.

Sipadan Water Village diving package includes:

•          Land / Boat transfer from Tawau to Sipadan Water Village (return)
•          Chalet Accommodation on twin or triple share basis at the resort
•          3 daily boat dives - Mabul - Kapalai - Sipadan
•          Unlimited Mabul House Reef diving
•          Use of tanks, weights and weight belts
•          All meals: freshly cooked by our chef
•          Snacks, tea, coffee, cold water served throughout the day

Diving

Divers have easy access to the the world-class island of Sipadan and can also enjoy excellent diving around Mabul along with unlimited dives in front of the resort's dive center.

 

        

     SWV world class dive centre is well equipped with over 300 aluminium tanks and rental sets of diving gears along with 5 Bauer compressors. There are also lockers, showers, toilet and a resting area with complimentary snack, hot coffee and tea. SWV uses custom-built fibreglass diving boats which can carry 12 divers each along with divemasters and a boatmaster.

 Dining

 The sea-view restaurant serves exquisite buffet style Asian and Western cuisines with impeccable service.

     

Lounge

An open-air lounge and bar terraced area offers breathtaking sea-views over the Celebes Sea, music and videos for guests.

    

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Other facitilies

Other resort facilities includes:

•          the dive centre which provides diving
•          snorkeling and kayaking equipment for rent
•          spa services
•          wifi in the lobby
•          an helipad, a bar
•          a souvenir shop
•          a minimart,
•          video services
•          24h staff on call

                                 

Rooms

There are 45 beautifully designed water chalets:

•          4 Grand Deluxe chalets
•          2 Deluxe chalets
•          29 Standard chalets
•          4 Semi-detached chalets
•          6 Junior chalets

    

   #Special chalet for honeymoon package

• GRAND DELUXE CHALETS

 

                         

·         Size: 1508 sq.ft.

·         king size beds

·         Open air WILTON Spa pool/jacuzzi

·         Private Balcony offering sea or island view

·         Tea/Coffee making facilities

·         Ensuite bathroom with bathtub, hot and cold shower

·         The chalets are spacious with private sundeck and deck chairs.

STANDARD COTTAGES

·       SIZE: 714 SQ.FT.

·         KING SIZE BED

·         BALCONY OFFERING SEA OR ISLAND VIEW

·         TEA/COFFEE MAKING FACILITIES

·         ENSUITE BATHROOM WITH HOT AND COLD SHOWER

       

         All rooms are provided with:

•          private sundeck
•          ceiling fans
•          mini-bar
•          couch
•          settee
•          wooden wardrobe
•          hair dryer
•          electric point (220V).

Diver's package   

Duration of Stay	Standard Chalet
3D/2N	USD 885
5D/4N	USD 1395
7D/6N	USD 1905

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Price quoted are all inclusives except for scuba diving equipment.

Prices are subject to change and availability, rates vary according to the type of chalet.

Non diver's package

Duration of Stay	Standard Chalet
3D/2N	USD 655
5D/4N	USD 935
7D/6N	USD 1215

Sipadan Water Village non-diving package includes:

• ·         Land / Boat transfer from Tawau to Sipadan Water Village (return)
• ·        Chalet Accommodation on twin or triple share basis at the resort
• ·         All meals: freshly cooked by our chef
• ·         Snacks, tea, coffee, cold water served throughout the day
• ·         Taxes
• ·         Booking is advisable at least 60 days in advance. Late booking is available subject to         availability

 SIPADAN MABUL RESORT

                        

                       

Sipadan Mabul Resort is nestled in a coconut grove and offers beautifully designed wooden air-con chalets builts next to a beautiful strech of white sand beach.

The resort has 45 chalets with 22 stand alone chalets and 23 semi-detached. All the chalets are built with native borneo materials, have ensuite bathroom with hot shower, air-con and mosquito screens.

Diving

Sipadan-Mabul Resort is a PADI Gold Palm Resort.

In addition to daily boat dives, SMART offers unlimited dives in front of the Resort's jetty (inclusive of night dives).

SMART-TEC dive center offers Nitrox Air and Technical International (TDI) Certification Courses.

The TEC center is perfect for Technical Divers diving the waters of Mabul or Sipadan and offers full Cave Diver courses and guided dives to Sipadan's famous turtle tomb.

                    

A filming and underwater video center can provide underwater videography services and courses.

SipadanMabul Resort dive centre is well equipped with over 180 aluminium tanks along with 4 Bauer compressors.

SipadanMabul Resort uses six custom built fiberglass dive boats able to carry 10 divers each and get to any of the island dive sites in about 15 minutes. Each boat goes out 3 times a day.

                  

Dining

The restaurant is located under a large open air pavillion and is used for delicious buffet style meals.

•         fresh juices
•          coconut drink
•          sodas
•          beer and wine

can be purchased at the resort bar and jetty bar.

Buffet breakfast consists of cereal, toast, tea, coffee, fruits, eggs, porridge and asian dishes.

Other facitilies

•      swimming pool
•      jacuzzi whirlpool spa
•      dive centre which provides diving
•      snorkelling
•      ocean kayaking equipment for renS
•      spa and massage services
•      broadband internet access
•      bar
•      souvenir shop
•      video services
•      24h staff on call and tour desk.

 

ROOM

                               

                               # Honeymoon package room

The room provided with:

•          air-conditioner
•          king size  beds
•          ceiling fans
•          couch
•          electric point (220V)
•          flyscreened windows
•          ensuite bathroom with free-flowing hot and cold water
•          front verandah.

Sipadan Mabul Resort diving package includes:

• Land / Boat transfer from Tawau to Semporna Jetty - SipadanMabul Resort (return)
• 3 boat dives per day - Mabul - Kapalai - Sipadan
• Unlimited jetty's Mabul House Reef diving
• Use of tanks with air, weights and weight belt
• All meals and beverage (excludes alcoholic, fruit juice, and carbonated soft drinks)
• Taxes

                             

Sipadan Mabul Resort non-diving package includes:

• Land / Boat transfer from Tawau to Semporna Jetty - SipadanMabul Resort (return)
• All meals and beverage (excludes fruit juice, alcoholic and carbonated soft drinks)
• Taxes

Booking is advisable at least 60 days in advance. Late booking is available subject to availability.

ü SPECIAL HONEYMOON PACKAGES OFFER

·        Body treatment session·        Photography session for couple·        Salsa dance training·        Special candle light dinner·        Water rafting·        Round tour Sabah

BODY TREATMENT 

                               

·                     Aromatherapy Body Massage – 60 MINUTES

Indulge in a luxurious aromatherapy massage and let your senses be enveloped by the therapeutic wonders of scent therapy. Aromatherapy works by stimulating the body’s natural healing process and relaxation response through aroma inhalation and the absorption of essential oils into the skin.

The oil is rubbed into the epidermis in firm yet gentle strokes, making it the perfect pamper treat for those who prefer a tender approach. Choose from three types of pre-blended essential oils:

·         Relaxing

·         Energising

·         Muscle Relief

Custom blends of aromatherapy oils can be arranged to suit your specific needs.

 Body Massage + Head & Shoulder Massage

·                     Holistic Body & Foot – 120 MINUTES

From head-to-toe, you’ll be taken on a journey of total relaxation with a total body massage care package. This treatment begins with a foot scrub to smooth away dead skin cells. You will then be pampered with a body massage treatment of your choice* for an hour.

Finally, our therapist will work an extra hour on your feet with a Nanyang Foot Reflexology to rebalance organ functions and improve your blood circulation. A perfect package if you want both your body and feet to be given the due attention they deserve.

                                           

·                     Harmony Body Scrub & Wrap – 60 MINUTES

Unveil the youthful glow of your skin with an all-natural body scrub and wrap. The body scrub will exfoliate dead skin, polish and buff your skin to reveal a healthy sheen while the body wrap will restore deep moisture and nourish your skin.

Traditional recipes using natural ingredients with no chemicals or preservatives are used for this treatment, just as they have been by the local communities for centuries.

We offer various choices of Sea Salt and Brown Sugar Scrubs or Herbal Scrubs. After exfoliation, your body will be lathered and wrapped with the nourishing goodness of Sabah Fresh Milk and Honey. This post-scrub wrap will moisturise, polish, smoothen and rejuvenate your skin so that you will be silky soft to the touch.

·        Blissful Couples -180 MINUTES

Treat your partner and yourself to a relaxing journey of healing starting with a Nanyang Foot Reflexology to improve blood circulation and the flow of your Qi.

Both of you will also be pampered with Body Scrubs to reveal your natural glow, followed by moisturising Body Wraps to nourish your skin. Finally, we’ll spend another hour giving the lady a relaxing full-body Aromatherapy Massage, while the man gets a tension-easing Shiatsu Massage.

This companion treatment will be sure to leave the both of you completely rejuvenated, in harmony with each other and in rhythm with your being.

PHOTOGRAPHY SESSION

·        Professional photographer

·        Lower price offer for 200 film and above

·        Pictures location can be at

-         Sea view diving style

-         Beach view

-         Others choice

SALSA DANCE TRAINING

                             

We also provided salsa dance class for make your holidays more meaningful. Its will make the relation with your partner fully with romantic activities.

The dance class will provided with :

• ·        Professional dance’s teacher
• ·        Dance custome
• ·        Special dance competition to join

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SPECIAL CANDLE LIGHT DINNER

Nothing else spells romance other than a candle light dinner with your lover. You should complete your             honeymoon with candle light dinner.

We are prepared all that thing for you and your partner.

     

 Additional special packages also provided for you:

•  Romantic view
•  Cello music
•  Special dinner dress                   and coat
• Light candle
• Special main food    & dessert

ROUND TOURS SABAH

v Sipadan Dive Sites

There a total of 12 dive sites in Sipadan Island namely the :

West Ridge, North Point, The Drop Off, Turtle Cavern, Barracuda Point, Coral Gardens, Whitetip Avenue, Mid Reef, Turtle Patch, South Point, Staghorn Crest, Lobster Lair, and the Hanging Gardens. The most popularly recommended dive sites are the Turtle Cavern, Barracuda Point, South Point and Hanging Gardens.

 ü    Barracuda Point

The Barracuda Point is located at the north Coast of Sipadan Island. Famous for its astounding vortex of barracudas (hence the name Barracuda Point), divers have also reported sightings of white tip sharks, grey reef sharks, eagle rays, turtles, as well as the bumphead parrotfish.

 ü  Turtle Cavern

This site is famous for its population of green turtles and smaller hawksbill turtles. This cavern which lies 20 meters underwater is believed to be the final resting place of turtles. Divers are reminded to be extremely careful when exploring the caves as visibility can be drastically reduced to zero should the silt be disturbed.

 ü  South Point

South Point is one of the most likely sites for the rarer sharks such as the hammerheads and thresher sharks which are normally only seen around the 40-meter point. Divers are advised to be wary of the strong currents at this site.

 ü  Hanging Gardens
Named after the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the topography of the Hanging Gardens consists of a 2-meter-deep reef that slopes down to a terrace at about 70 meters which subsequently plunges into an abyss. This is an excellent spot to view soft corals with dendronephthya alcyonarians in multifarious pastel colours encrusting the slope. Do keep an eye also for the diverse macro life.

v  Borneo’s Wildlife

Borneo’s wildlife is so unique and wonderful that a few days are required to truly appreciate these natural treasures.

The village of Bilit is very, very small and therefor much quieter than the nearby town of Sukau.

The day starts with a pickup from  your hotel or resort  before transferring by land to Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre for the orang utan experience.

After lunch at the Sepilok Jungle Resort, you will transfer to your accommodation on the banks of the Kinabatangan River.

Upon arrival the the lodge, you will check-in and enjoy afternoon tea and refreshments.

Your first boat-cruise takes place at 4pm, during which you will search for wildlife and bird along the river.

Return to the lodge and freshen up for dinner. After dinner, if the weather allows, you will enjoy a 1-hour night walk in the Bilit Forest to see nocturnal wildlife. Overnight at the lodge.

v    White Water Rafting

 

  

                       

                 The Kiulu River White Water Rafting package includes:

·        Rafting equipment;

·         English-speaking guide;

·         BBQ lunch;

·         insurance & certificate;

·         Kiulu River Rafting Itinerary

v  Tun Sakaran Marine Park

Also known as Semporna Islands Park, is a marine park located off the east coast of the state Sabah in Malaysia, on the island of Borneo.

Lying 20 kilometers (approximately 2-hour boat ride away) off the Semporna mainland, The Tun Sakaran Marine Park is the largest marine park in Sabah. At 350 square kilometers, it also has the largest concentration of coral reefs in Malaysia.

visitors are welcome to explore the marine park’s dive sites with their snorkels and scuba gears.

 Divers have reported many sightings of eagle rays, turtles, barracuda, bumphead parrotfish, and plenty of nudibranchs.

There are large walls and a cornucopia of macrolife in the Bodgaya lagoon, while the sandy areas are home to big gorgonian fans and sea pens.

v  BUKIT TENGKOROK /SKULL HILL

    

          Bukit Tengkorak or Skull Hill sits in down town Semporna.

          This archeological magnificence is a 30 minute track from the centre of town.

            Berhala Island 

                                 

Is a small forested island situated in Sandakan Bay in Sandakan, Sabah, East Malaysia.

The island is approximately 5 hectares in size and has prominent cliffs at its northern end. Many birds of prey can be seen on and around Berhala, including Brahminy Kites, Serpent Eagles and Sea Eagles.

The island has a lighthouse at its highest point.

v  Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre 

                              

Is located about 25 kilometers west of Sandakan in the state of Sabah, East Malaysia.Rehabilitation project for rescued orphaned baby orangutans from logging sites, plantations, illegal hunting or kept as pets

v  LABUK BAY PROBOSCIS MONKEY SANCTUARY

                                     

The centre of the mangrove forests of Semawang is the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary, at this place  you can see Borneo's indigenous proboscis monkeys.

The remarkable males sport big dangling noses, reddish flat-top hairstyles, white tails and markings, and pot bellies. The females on the other hand, are much smaller and have up-turned noses.

Take a night tour for a chance to see wild boars, flying squirrels, fireflies and crocodiles. The sanctuary also has a lodge with aircondtioned twin or double rooms, family chalet and dormitaries for those who wish to stay overnight.

TURTLE HATCH

                             

The Turtle Island Park (gazetted 1977) lies 40km north of Sandakan in the Sulu Sea and consists of Selingan, Bakungan Kecil and Gulisan islands.

The park is a safe haven for the endangered green and hawksbill turtles and gives you the rare opportunity to watch turtle landings.

Selingan, the largest of the islands, houses the park's headquarters, a turtle hatchery, tourist accommodation and basic facilities.

 The other two islands are more for conservation activities.

Turtles lay their eggs throughout the year, but the best time to head there is between July and October when the sea is calmer.

Observe the collection of eggs, tagging of mother turtles and releasing of baby turtles into the sea.