How to Get Here

Your journey to world-class diving starts with a scenic trip to Semporna

Step 1

Fly to Tawau

Various flight times

Tawau Airport (TWU) is the gateway to Sipadan. Regular flights available from:

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) - Multiple daily flights by Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia
Kota Kinabalu (BKI) - Frequent connections available
International connections via Kota Kinabalu or Kuala Lumpur

Step 2

Transfer to Semporna

~1.5 hours

From Tawau Airport to Semporna:

Private transfer service (recommended) - We can arrange this for you
Shared minivan service - Regular departures throughout the day
Taxi service available at the airport

Step 3

Board MV Celebes Explorer

Scheduled departure

Meet at Semporna jetty to board the vessel:

Our crew will meet you at the designated meeting point
Safety briefing and vessel orientation upon boarding
Settle into your cabin and prepare for your diving adventure

Transfer Options & Tips

Recommended

Private Transfer

From MYR 200

Door-to-door comfort. We can arrange a private vehicle to pick you up from Tawau Airport directly to Semporna jetty.

Shared Minivan

From MYR 50

Budget-friendly option with regular departures. Shared with other passengers heading to Semporna.

Airport Taxi

From MYR 150

Available at Tawau Airport taxi stand. Negotiate the fare before departure.

Accommodation Tips

Before Your Trip

If your flight arrives the day before departure, we recommend staying overnight in Semporna. Several comfortable hotels are available near the jetty.

Sipadan Inn
Seafest Hotel
Scuba Tiger Resort

After Your Trip

If your return flight departs the next day, the same hotels offer comfortable stays. We can help arrange your post-trip accommodation and airport transfer upon request.

Location & Route

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