Discover Scuba Diving (For Non-Cert Diver)

TOUR INFORMATION

TOUR CODE: ABK-SD03
DESCRIPTION: DISCOVER SCUBA DIVING (FOR NON-CERT DIVER)
REGION: Kota Kinabalu
DURATION: 7 Hours
MINIMUM: 2 Pax
AVAILABILITY: Everyday
PICK UP POINT: Your Hotel in Kota Kinabalu City
PICK UP TIME: 08:00 - 08:15 Hrs
DROP OFF POINT: Your Hotel in Kota Kinabalu City
DROP OFF TIME: 15:00 - 15:15 Hrs
* All timings are estimated and for reference purposes only. Actual timing will be provided prior to your departure.

Sample itinerary

Day 1 - Kota Kinabalu/ Tunku Abdul Rahman Park (TARP)

Wake up and pack up for your day out in the big blues of Borneo. A vehicle awaits you at the Hotel Lobby, whisking you straight to the jetty.

Upon arrival at the jetty, your catamaran dive boat will bring you to your first dive spot within radius of Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park.

Before getting in the water, you will be given a brief training session by our highly-qualified Dive Instructor on board the dive boat – from how to breathe through a regulator to basic hand signals used underwater. Once you’ve covered all you need to know, you’re all set to take the plunge!

You will experience two separate dives using the scuba equipment. You will also be granted a maximum depth of 12m and under the full supervision of your instructor. The location of the dives will vary, but will remain within the protected Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park.

There will be a surface interval between your first and second dive, in which you’ll have plenty of time to chill-out on the upper-deck. Soak in the scenic splendors, get a tan and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea.

All the fascinating sights must’ve worked up an appetite! Lunch-time awaits you at the nearby TARP islands.

It’s ‘Free & Easy’ for the rest of the day. Stretch out on sandy shores, enjoy a relaxing dip in the water.

Around mid-afternoon, you will bid goodbye and hop on a boat bringing you back to the mainland, where a vehicle awaits you and transport you back to your hotel.

Meals : Lunch

TOUR INCLUSIONS

Meals 01 Lunch, Drinking water, Coffee & Tea & Snacks
Inclusion Hotel Pick Up & Drop off, Meals as Stated, English Speaking Guide, Sabah Park Entrance Fees, Return Boat Transfers, Diving Equipment Rental
Exclusion Tipping (Optional), Alcoholic Beverages, and Any Items Not Mentioned

THINGS YOU SHOULD BRING

  • Sun block lotion
  • Towel
  • Swimming Suit/Trunk
  • Extra change of clothing
  • Personal toiletries

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW

  • Baby Car Seats (for infant aged 0-2) and Child Booster Seats (for children aged 3-11) are available for rental. Please check with your tour consultant for availability.
  • You are not allowed to dive 18 hours before your flight. Please schedule your flights accordingly.
  • Boat journey to the Island may not be suitable for individuals who have any of the following conditions but not limited to: heart or lung conditions, recent surgery, back or spinal surgery, back problems/injury/fracture, arthritis, osteoporosis or other similar spinal/pelvic diseases. Pregnant women are also not recommended as the boat ride may be bumpy depending on the sea condition. If you are having similar issues as above, kindly consult your physician before you enrol in this activity.
  • You will need to sign the PADI release & liability form before proceeding for your dives.
  • Kindly follow the instructions of your Dive Instructor or Dive Master at all times.
  • Alcohol consumption during your dive course or trip is NOT RECOMMENDED.
  • Kindly inform in advance if you have any health concerns.
  • Conservation of the Underwater World - Harming of coral or marine life is strictly not allowed.
  • You are advised to purchase personnel injury & travel insurance prior to your trip.
  • While the jellyfish season varies, it usually occurs during mid of the year or/and end of the year. Do be extra careful and inform our guides should you be stung. Rest assured that our guides are first aid trained.
  • Jelly bugs are common in the waters but they are usually harmless and their stings will just cause some slight itch.
  • There are no lockers on the island. Please take good care of your own belongings and do not bring valuables.

IMPORTANT NOTES

  • This package is based on join-in basis of shared guide and transport vehicle.  Private Guide or Tour is available upon request at a reasonable fee.  Please inform us when making the bookings.
  • Your safety is our top priority. Should the weather or sea conditions render it unsafe to proceed for this tour, Amazing Borneo Tours reserves the right to change or cancel tour. Tour will be refunded accordingly.
  • Departure time is approximate and varies from different hotels due to traffic conditions, please reconfirm with our staffs. Should the transport be delayed, please call the relevant telephone number as stated on the voucher before making alternative arrangements.
  • Amazing Borneo Tours reserves the right to alter routes, timetables, itineraries and accommodation reserved should conditions beyond our control render it necessary.
  • Tipping is like giving a hug. Although it’s never expected, it’s always very much appreciated.

USEFUL TRAVEL TIPS

  • Your belongings may get wet. You can bring along waterproof bags such as dry bags or plastic bags to keep your belongings nice and dry!
  • Before going out for some fun in the sun, you may bring along some SPF50 sunscreen and an umbrella to protect your skin.
  • For any Island tour, if you're interested in water sports (ie banana boat, seawalking, parasailing, etc), be sure to bring along a little bit of extra cash as these activities are not included in our tour package.