MABUL

A Simple drawing of the island where I'm at right now...


As there are no more resorts on Sipadan Island, Mabul has become the main island, at which people stay. It's a mere 50 minute boat ride away from the mainland, Semporna which one would have to reach via the Tawau Airport (50 Minute taxi ride from the airport).

Boat rides from Mabul - Sipadan (South of Mabul) take only 20 minutes and to the neighboring Kapalai Island (East of Mabul) takes only 15 minutes...

Again I've chosen an island with no roads, motorbikes or cars to live on...love the simplicity of life here...This island is small enough for one to walk a full circle within 30 minutes.

Basically, there are 2 kinds of accommodation you can find here - The luxury resorts and the village "Homestays".

Homestays are basically local village houses that have be renovated to cater to travellers at a very affordable price - usually less than US$25 per night/pax - this includes all meals.

THE RESORTS

Sipadan Dive Centre
Borneo Divers
Scuba Junkie
Sipadan Water Village
Water Bungalow (Tim's Choice for luxury)
SMART
Sea Ventures

THE HOMESTAYS

Uncle Chang (no website)
Sphere Divers (Tim's Choice - best kept homestay)
Big John Scuba (014284 3723)
Jeff Scuba
Billabong
Arung Hayat
Sipadan DOT com

DIVING OFF SEMPORNA

Sipadan Scuba
Blue Sea Divers
Borneo Global Sipadan Backpackers Lodge
Scuba Junkie

ACCOMMODATION IN SEMPORNA

Sipadan Inn (Tim's only choice - clean, affordable, convenient & comfortable)