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🏝️Semporna 5D4N丨Island Hopping is So Much Fun

#malaysiatrip Semporna is one of the famous tourist destinations in Sabah, Malaysia, a dream paradise for divers. It offers unique overwater villa experiences, diving to see corals, and top-notch snorkeling and diving in the "Aquarium of the Gods" to explore the magical marine world. This 5-day Semporna itinerary will take you on an island-hopping adventure 🏝, staying in overwater villas 🌈, snorkeling, and sea fishing 🐟. How to Get to Semporna? 1⃣ Fly directly from your home country to Kota Kinabalu, then fly from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau (55min), and take a 1-hour drive to Semporna. 2⃣ Fly directly from your home country to Kuala Lumpur, then fly from Kuala Lumpur to Tawau (2h50min), and take a 1-hour drive to Semporna. 🔶 Both AirAsia and Malaysia Airlines are options. Keep an eye out for special deals on travel apps or airline websites. 🤔 Travel Preparation ⭐ Passport ⭐ SIM card ⭐ Power adapter (UK standard) ⭐ Visa-free (only requires an electronic arrival card) ⭐ Customs documents (round-trip tickets, hotel booking confirmation) ⭐ Malaysian Ringgit (exchange RMB cash at the airport or in town) Exchange rate: 1:16 🔶 Semporna 5-Day Itinerary Preview 🏝️DAY1: Arrive in Semporna - Free time 🏝️DAY2: Mataking Island Three-Island Hopping Tour Timba-Timba - Mataking - Pandanan Island 🏝️DAY3: Mabul Island - Kapalai Snorkeling and Sea Fishing Tour 🏝️DAY4: Shun Shun Overwater Villa 🏝️DAY5: Semporna - Return to Tawau 🔶 Highlights of the Trip ⭐Kapalai丨High privacy, non-guests are not allowed on the island. ⭐Mabul Island丨The same resort where Li Xian stayed, perfect for both leisure and diving/certification. ⭐Mataking Island丨The most beautiful island in Semporna, featuring a long sandbar and a 100-meter vertical diving site. ⭐Pandanan Island丨An infinity pool similar to those in the Maldives, with excellent snorkeling conditions.
Posted: Feb 26, 2025
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