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Mataking Island - The Reef Dive Resort - Amazing Borneo Tours
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Booking Period: 01 April 2024 till 28 March 2025
Travel Period: 01 April 2024 till 31 March 2025

INTERNATIONAL MARKET

Categories Price Per Person
3D2N
Non-Diver - Adult
Garden View Deluxe (East) / Garden View Deluxe (West) / Premium Room
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 3,400
2,550
3D2N
Non-Diver - Adult
King Chalet / Beach Chalet / Semi-Detached Beach Chalet / Villa
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 4,055
3,040
3D2N
Diver - Adult / Child
Garden View Deluxe (East) / Garden View Deluxe (West) / Premium Room
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 4,050
3,035
3D2N
Diver - Adult / Child
King Chalet / Beach Chalet / Semi-Detached Beach Chalet / Villa
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 4,815
3,610
3D2N
Non-Diver - Child
No Bed
Sharing Room with Parent
For 3-11 Years Old
50% of the applicable Non-Diver package rates
3D2N
Non-Diver - Infant
No Bed
Sharing Room with Parent
For 0 - 2 Years Old
Free of Charge

MALAYSIA / EXPATRIATE MARKET

Categories Price Per Person
3D2N
Non-Diver - Adult
Garden View Deluxe (East) / Garden View Deluxe (West) / Premium Room
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 2,600
1,950
3D2N
Non-Diver - Adult
King Chalet / Beach Chalet / Semi-Detached Beach Chalet / Villa
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 3,200
2,400
3D2N
Diver - Adult / Child
Garden View Deluxe (East) / Garden View Deluxe (West) / Premium Room
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 3,100
2,325
3D2N
Diver - Adult / Child
King Chalet / Beach Chalet / Semi-Detached Beach Chalet / Villa
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 3,690
2,765
3D2N
Non-Diver - Child
No Bed
Sharing Room with Parent
For 3-11 Years Old
50% of the applicable Non-Diver package rates
3D2N
Non-Diver - Infant
No Bed
Sharing Room with Parent
For 0 - 2 Years Old
Free of Charge
  • Rate Per Person is based on Join-In Tour (shared guide & vehicle) & Twin/Triple sharing basis.
  • All rates displayed are quoted in Ringgit Malaysia (MYR).
  • All rates are inclusive of 0% Goods and Services Tax (GST).
  • Tourism Tax (TTX) MYR 10 per room per night is applicable for Non-Malaysian. This fee will be collected directly from you by cash at the resort.
  • Excludes Semporna Jetty Fee of MYR 10/- (all nationality) per person payable to The Municipal Council of Semporna. (Newly implemented in 2012)
  • No combination of package is allowed. 
    Example: 2 nights of diver package + 1 night of non-diver package
  • Equipment fees are not included.

PEAK SEASON SURCHARGE

A peak period surcharge of 5% is applicable for ALL MARKETS (both dates inclusive):

  • 9 - 18 February 2024
  • 1 July - 31 August 2024
  • 1 - 7 October 2024
  • 28 January - 6 February 2025

CHILD POLICY

  1. Children 3 to 11 Years Old: Pay 50% of the applicable Resorter (Non-Diver) rates.
  2. Infants 0-2 years old are Free of Charge.
  3. The child rate is for children who occupy the same room with their parents.
  4. If the room consists of only one adult and one child, the room charges shall be based on 2 adults price.
  5. Any children who are certified divers will have to pay FULL Diver rates regardless of their age & parents are to be held responsible for their child at all times.
    Note: To enrol in a Junior Open Water Diver course, a child must be 10 years old or older.

SINGLE TRAVELER POLICY

  1. All single travellers will subject to additional 50% Single Supplement Surcharge on top of the total package rates for single room occupancy applies.
  2. However, additional surcharge apply for single travellers during scheduled or unscheduled land and boat transfers. Please refer to "Land & Boat Transfer" or consult our Tour Consultant for more information. 

GROUP POLICY

  1. Please consult our Tour Consultant if you have a group of 10 pax and above.

Notes:

  • If you are a licensed diver, you are eligible to book on "Diver" package, or you can choose to book "Non-Diver" package, with additional cost if you wish to dive.
  • Diver packages are subjected to resort's diving schedules and regulations as set by dive center.
  • Equipent rental is not included. Please refer to "Optional Add On(s)" for rental charges.

Inclusion:

  • Airport Meeting Service, Return Scheduled Land & Boat Transfer (Tawau Airport / Town - Semporna Jetty - Mataking Island - Semporna Jetty - Tawau Airport / Town).
  • Twin / Triple sharing accommodation at Mataking Island with air-conditioning, fresh hot water shower and attached bathroom with private sundeck / balcony.
  • Complimentary use of Outdoor Jacuzzi.
  • Full board meals, free flow of coffee/tea and light snacks.
  • 3 boat combinations dives per day with dive master at Mataking / Pandanan / Bohayan / Kelapuan / Timbatimba / Pom Pom with experienced guide provided.
  • Unlimited shore buddy dives without guides.
  • Use of tanks with air, weights and weight belt.

Exclusion:

  • Airfares, Diving equipments & gears, Snorkel gear, beverages (alcoholic, fruit juice and carbonated soft drinks, etc), laundry, room service, Semporna Jetty Fee and item not mentioned or specified in the packages

* Please spend some time reading "Diving Terms and Regulations" below.

Notes:

  • "Non-Diver" package CANNOT be converted to "Diver" package once you have arrive at the resort.
  • Special Notes for Licensed Diver who purchase "Non-Diver" package wishes to dive:
    • The additional charge is MYR 100 per dive per certified diver. This must be arranged in advance. Dive equipment rental is not included.

Inclusion: 

  • Airport Meeting Service, Return Scheduled Land & Boat Transfer (Tawau Airport / Town - Semporna Jetty - Mataking Island - Semporna Jetty - Tawau Airport / Town).
  • Twin / Triple sharing accommodation at Mataking Island with air-conditioning, fresh hot water shower and attached bathroom with private sundeck / balcony.
  • Complimentary use of Outdoor Jacuzzi.
  • Full board meals. free flow of coffee/tea and light snacks.

Exclusion:

  • Airfares, diving equipments & gears, snorkel gear, beverages (alcoholic, fruit juice and carbonated soft drinks, etc), laundry, room service, Semporna Jetty Fee and item not mentioned or specified in the packages.

* Please spend some time reading "Diving Terms and Regulations" below.

LAND TRANSFER

The Schedule:

Pick Up from Airport to Semporna  Pick Up from Semporna to Airport
1030 1330
1500 1630

Remarks:

  • All packages include a roundtrip scheduled land transfer between Tawau Airport / Town - Semporna Jetty. Refer to the table above.
  • If you staying overnight at Heritage hotel Tawau (1 day before check in Mataking Resort), you will picked up from hotel on the next morning at 0730 hrs, and take 0930 hrs boat in to Resort.

 

BOAT TRANSFER

The Schedule:

Semporna to Resort (boat in)  Resort to Semporna (boat out)
0930 --
1200 1100
1630 1400

Remarks:

  • If you cannot make it for the last boat schedule on 1630 hrs due to any delay or unforseen circumstances for boat in to check in resort, you will need to put a night in Tawau. Hotels can be arranged upon request. A transfer from airport to Herritage Hotel in Tawau will be provided if you reached Tawau after 1500 hrs. A scheduled 0730 hrs land transfer from Herritage Hotel to Semporna Jetty will be arranged for you and follow 0930 hrs boat into Mataking Island.
  • For departure flights that unable to meet our daily boat schedule, a special boat out transfer at 0630 hrs can be arranged at no additional cost (subject to availability and weather condition)

ADVANCE ARRIVAL EXCEPTION:

  • We only provide Airport Transfer for you if you wish to arrive ONE DAY earlier from actual check-in date to Mataking Reef Dive Resort (strictly only for flights arriving before 1500 hrs).

UNSCHEDULED TRANSFER CHARGES:

  • Additional MYR 250 per coach way (Land Transfer)
  • Additional MYR 950 per boat way (Boat Transfer)

SEMPORNA JETTY FEE

  • Excludes Semporna Jetty Fee of MYR 10/- (all nationality) per person payable to The Municipal Council of Semporna. (Newly implemented in 2012)

EQUIPMENT RENTAL FEE

EQUIPMENTS PRICE
FULL SET DIVE EQUIPMENT MYR 85/DAY/PERSON
FULL SET SNORKELING EQUIPMENT MYR 30/DAY/PERSON
SNORKEL SET A (MASK, SNORKEL, FINS) MYR 0/DAY/PERSON
MASK MYR 10/DAY/PERSON
SNORKEL MYR 8/DAY/PERSON
FINS MYR 10/DAY/PERSON
BOOTIES MYR 8/DAY/PERSON
DIVING SET (BCD, REG, SUIT, SNORKEL SET B) MYR 85/DAY/PERSON
SINGLE PIECE DIVING EQUIPMENT (BCD, REG, WETSUIT, TORCH)  MYR 25/DAY/PERSON
DIVE COMPUTER MYR 30/DAY/PERSON

*Prices are subject to change, payable at resort.

Sabah Parks Announcement

Effective in 2020 onwards, Sabah Parks has announced that Sipadan Island will be CLOSED for any activities including Diving and Snorkeling during the month of November every year (1-30 November).  The purpose of this one-month closure is to give a “RECUPERATION PERIOD” to the marine environment on Sipadan Island.  During this closure period, Divers and Snorkelers will be brought to other islands of Tun Sakaran Marine park for their activities.

TRIP SCHEDULE

  • 0700 hrs: Breakfst at Restaurant
  • 0730 hrs: Boat transfer to Sipadan Island
  • 0900 hrs: Expected arrival at Sipadan Isand and report to Sabah Parks. 1st dive / boat snorkelling is conducted
  • 1100 hrs: 2nd dive / boat snorkelling is conducted
  • 1200 hrs: Lunch (Packed from resort)
  • 1330 hrs: 3rd dive / boat snorkelling
  • 1500 hrs: Boat transfer back to Mataking Resort
  • 1630 hrs: Expected arrival back to Mataking Resort

Notes:

  • A minimum certification of Advanced Open Water is required to dive at Sipadan.
  • You need to book this trip in advance (1 month in advance) in order to secure the daily Sipadan Government Entry Permit / allocation Sipandan entry permit (6 permits per day, first come first serve basis)
  • The resorts determines the right to decide the date for the Sipadan trip during the duration stay of the guests.
  • Once the Sipadan Trip is confirmed by the resort, you need to pay for the charges (as stated in the OPTIONAL ADD ON(S)) and the charges can be made upon check out at the resort, unless the resort have other replacement for your permit and boat space or under special circumstances.
  • In the event of bad weather and the trip has to be cancelled or if the guest cancels on personal reasons, permit paid of MYR 140 per person is NOT refundable or transferable to a later date.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Due to the restricted Sipadan entry permit quota set by Sabah Parks, guests are required to summit Full Names with Nationality, Gender, Passport Numbers and contact address for us to proceed with the permits application at least 14 days in advance prior to arrival in order to allow sufficient time to process and obtain the permit approval. Failure to do this can result in Guest being denied entry to Sipadan Island. 

Booking Period: 01 April 2024 till 28 March 2025
Travel Period: 01 April 2024 till 31 March 2025

INTERNATIONAL MARKET

Categories Price Per Person
4D3N
Non-Diver - Adult
Garden View Deluxe (East) / Garden View Deluxe (West) / Premium Room
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 4,615
3,460
4D3N
Non-Diver - Adult
King Chalet / Beach Chalet / Semi-Detached Beach Chalet / Villa
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 5,490
4,115
4D3N
Diver - Adult / Child
Garden View Deluxe (East) / Garden View Deluxe (West) / Premium Room
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 5,600
4,200
4D3N
Diver - Adult / Child
King Chalet / Beach Chalet / Semi-Detached Beach Chalet / Villa
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 6,660
4,995
4D3N
Non-Diver - Child
No Bed
Sharing Room with Parent
For 3-11 Years Old
50% of the applicable Non-Diver package rates
4D3N
Non-Diver - Infant
No Bed
Sharing Room with Parent
For 0 - 2 Years Old
Free of Charge

MALAYSIA / EXPATRIATE MARKET

Categories Price Per Person
4D3N
Non-Diver - Adult
Garden View Deluxe (East) / Garden View Deluxe (West) / Premium Room
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 3,770
2,825
4D3N
Non-Diver - Adult
King Chalet / Beach Chalet / Semi-Detached Beach Chalet / Villa
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 4,555
3,415
4D3N
Diver - Adult / Child
Garden View Deluxe (East) / Garden View Deluxe (West) / Premium Room
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 4,490
3,365
4D3N
Diver - Adult / Child
King Chalet / Beach Chalet / Semi-Detached Beach Chalet / Villa
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 5,320
3,990
4D3N
Non-Diver - Child
No Bed
Sharing Room with Parent
For 3-11 Years Old
50% of the applicable Non-Diver package rates
4D3N
Non-Diver - Infant
No Bed
Sharing Room with Parent
For 0 - 2 Years Old
Free of Charge
  • Rate Per Person is based on Join-In Tour (shared guide & vehicle) & Twin/Triple sharing basis.
  • All rates displayed are quoted in Ringgit Malaysia (MYR).
  • All rates are inclusive of 0% Goods and Services Tax (GST).
  • Tourism Tax (TTX) MYR 10 per room per night is applicable for Non-Malaysian. This fee will be collected directly from you by cash at the resort.
  • Excludes Semporna Jetty Fee of MYR 10/- (all nationality) per person payable to The Municipal Council of Semporna. (Newly implemented in 2012)
  • No combination of package is allowed. 
    Example: 2 nights of diver package + 1 night of non-diver package
  • Equipment fees are not included.

PEAK SEASON SURCHARGE

A peak period surcharge of 5% is applicable for ALL MARKETS (both dates inclusive):

  • 9 - 18 February 2024
  • 1 July - 31 August 2024
  • 1 - 7 October 2024
  • 28 January - 6 February 2025

CHILD POLICY

  1. Children 3 to 11 Years Old: Pay 50% of the applicable Resorter (Non-Diver) rates.
  2. Infants 0-2 years old are Free of Charge.
  3. The child rate is for children who occupy the same room with their parents.
  4. If the room consists of only one adult and one child, the room charges shall be based on 2 adults price.
  5. Any children who are certified divers will have to pay FULL Diver rates regardless of their age & parents are to be held responsible for their child at all times.
    Note: To enrol in a Junior Open Water Diver course, a child must be 10 years old or older.

SINGLE TRAVELER POLICY

  1. All single travellers will subject to additional 50% Single Supplement Surcharge on top of the total package rates for single room occupancy applies.
  2. However, additional surcharge apply for single travellers during scheduled or unscheduled land and boat transfers. Please refer to "Land & Boat Transfer" or consult our Tour Consultant for more information. 

GROUP POLICY

  1. Please consult our Tour Consultant if you have a group of 10 pax and above.

Notes:

  • If you are a licensed diver, you are eligible to book on "Diver" package, or you can choose to book "Non-Diver" package, with additional cost if you wish to dive.
  • Diver packages are subjected to resort's diving schedules and regulations as set by dive center.
  • Equipent rental is not included. Please refer to "Optional Add On(s)" for rental charges.

Inclusion:

  • Airport Meeting Service, Return Scheduled Land & Boat Transfer (Tawau Airport / Town - Semporna Jetty - Mataking Island - Semporna Jetty - Tawau Airport / Town).
  • Twin / Triple sharing accommodation at Mataking Island with air-conditioning, fresh hot water shower and attached bathroom with private sundeck / balcony.
  • Complimentary use of Outdoor Jacuzzi.
  • Full board meals, free flow of coffee/tea and light snacks.
  • 3 boat combinations dives per day with dive master at Mataking / Pandanan / Bohayan / Kelapuan / Timbatimba / Pom Pom with experienced guide provided.
  • Unlimited shore buddy dives without guides.
  • Use of tanks with air, weights and weight belt.

Exclusion:

  • Airfares, Diving equipments & gears, Snorkel gear, beverages (alcoholic, fruit juice and carbonated soft drinks, etc), laundry, room service, Semporna Jetty Fee and item not mentioned or specified in the packages

* Please spend some time reading "Diving Terms and Regulations" below.

Notes:

  • "Non-Diver" package CANNOT be converted to "Diver" package once you have arrive at the resort.
  • Special Notes for Licensed Diver who purchase "Non-Diver" package wishes to dive:
    • The additional charge is MYR 100 per dive per certified diver. This must be arranged in advance. Dive equipment rental is not included.

Inclusion: 

  • Airport Meeting Service, Return Scheduled Land & Boat Transfer (Tawau Airport / Town - Semporna Jetty - Mataking Island - Semporna Jetty - Tawau Airport / Town).
  • Twin / Triple sharing accommodation at Mataking Island with air-conditioning, fresh hot water shower and attached bathroom with private sundeck / balcony.
  • Complimentary use of Outdoor Jacuzzi.
  • Full board meals. free flow of coffee/tea and light snacks.

Exclusion:

  • Airfares, diving equipments & gears, snorkel gear, beverages (alcoholic, fruit juice and carbonated soft drinks, etc), laundry, room service, Semporna Jetty Fee and item not mentioned or specified in the packages.

* Please spend some time reading "Diving Terms and Regulations" below.

LAND TRANSFER

The Schedule:

Pick Up from Airport to Semporna  Pick Up from Semporna to Airport
1030 1330
1500 1630

Remarks:

  • All packages include a roundtrip scheduled land transfer between Tawau Airport / Town - Semporna Jetty. Refer to the table above.
  • If you staying overnight at Heritage hotel Tawau (1 day before check in Mataking Resort), you will picked up from hotel on the next morning at 0730 hrs, and take 0930 hrs boat in to Resort.

 

BOAT TRANSFER

The Schedule:

Semporna to Resort (boat in)  Resort to Semporna (boat out)
0930 --
1200 1100
1630 1400

Remarks:

  • If you cannot make it for the last boat schedule on 1630 hrs due to any delay or unforseen circumstances for boat in to check in resort, you will need to put a night in Tawau. Hotels can be arranged upon request. A transfer from airport to Herritage Hotel in Tawau will be provided if you reached Tawau after 1500 hrs. A scheduled 0730 hrs land transfer from Herritage Hotel to Semporna Jetty will be arranged for you and follow 0930 hrs boat into Mataking Island.
  • For departure flights that unable to meet our daily boat schedule, a special boat out transfer at 0630 hrs can be arranged at no additional cost (subject to availability and weather condition)

ADVANCE ARRIVAL EXCEPTION:

  • We only provide Airport Transfer for you if you wish to arrive ONE DAY earlier from actual check-in date to Mataking Reef Dive Resort (strictly only for flights arriving before 1500 hrs).

UNSCHEDULED TRANSFER CHARGES:

  • Additional MYR 250 per coach way (Land Transfer)
  • Additional MYR 950 per boat way (Boat Transfer)

SEMPORNA JETTY FEE

  • Excludes Semporna Jetty Fee of MYR 10/- (all nationality) per person payable to The Municipal Council of Semporna. (Newly implemented in 2012)

EQUIPMENT RENTAL FEE

EQUIPMENTS PRICE
FULL SET DIVE EQUIPMENT MYR 85/DAY/PERSON
FULL SET SNORKELING EQUIPMENT MYR 30/DAY/PERSON
SNORKEL SET A (MASK, SNORKEL, FINS) MYR 0/DAY/PERSON
MASK MYR 10/DAY/PERSON
SNORKEL MYR 8/DAY/PERSON
FINS MYR 10/DAY/PERSON
BOOTIES MYR 8/DAY/PERSON
DIVING SET (BCD, REG, SUIT, SNORKEL SET B) MYR 85/DAY/PERSON
SINGLE PIECE DIVING EQUIPMENT (BCD, REG, WETSUIT, TORCH)  MYR 25/DAY/PERSON
DIVE COMPUTER MYR 30/DAY/PERSON

*Prices are subject to change, payable at resort.

Sabah Parks Announcement

Effective in 2020 onwards, Sabah Parks has announced that Sipadan Island will be CLOSED for any activities including Diving and Snorkeling during the month of November every year (1-30 November).  The purpose of this one-month closure is to give a “RECUPERATION PERIOD” to the marine environment on Sipadan Island.  During this closure period, Divers and Snorkelers will be brought to other islands of Tun Sakaran Marine park for their activities.

TRIP SCHEDULE

  • 0700 hrs: Breakfst at Restaurant
  • 0730 hrs: Boat transfer to Sipadan Island
  • 0900 hrs: Expected arrival at Sipadan Isand and report to Sabah Parks. 1st dive / boat snorkelling is conducted
  • 1100 hrs: 2nd dive / boat snorkelling is conducted
  • 1200 hrs: Lunch (Packed from resort)
  • 1330 hrs: 3rd dive / boat snorkelling
  • 1500 hrs: Boat transfer back to Mataking Resort
  • 1630 hrs: Expected arrival back to Mataking Resort

Notes:

  • A minimum certification of Advanced Open Water is required to dive at Sipadan.
  • You need to book this trip in advance (1 month in advance) in order to secure the daily Sipadan Government Entry Permit / allocation Sipandan entry permit (6 permits per day, first come first serve basis)
  • The resorts determines the right to decide the date for the Sipadan trip during the duration stay of the guests.
  • Once the Sipadan Trip is confirmed by the resort, you need to pay for the charges (as stated in the OPTIONAL ADD ON(S)) and the charges can be made upon check out at the resort, unless the resort have other replacement for your permit and boat space or under special circumstances.
  • In the event of bad weather and the trip has to be cancelled or if the guest cancels on personal reasons, permit paid of MYR 140 per person is NOT refundable or transferable to a later date.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Due to the restricted Sipadan entry permit quota set by Sabah Parks, guests are required to summit Full Names with Nationality, Gender, Passport Numbers and contact address for us to proceed with the permits application at least 14 days in advance prior to arrival in order to allow sufficient time to process and obtain the permit approval. Failure to do this can result in Guest being denied entry to Sipadan Island. 

Booking Period: 01 April 2024 till 28 March 2025
Travel Period: 01 April 2024 till 31 March 2025

INTERNATIONAL MARKET

Categories Price Per Person
5D4N
Non-Diver - Adult
Garden View Deluxe (East) / Garden View Deluxe (West) / Premium Room
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 5,815
4,360
5D4N
Non-Diver - Adult
King Chalet / Beach Chalet / Semi-Detached Beach Chalet / Villa
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 6,920
5,190
5D4N
Diver - Adult / Child
Garden View Deluxe (East) / Garden View Deluxe (West) / Premium Room
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 7,020
5,265
5D4N
Diver - Adult / Child
King Chalet / Beach Chalet / Semi-Detached Beach Chalet / Villa
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 8,355
6,265
5D4N
Non-Diver - Child
No Bed
Sharing Room with Parent
For 3-11 Years Old
50% of the applicable Non-Diver package rates
5D4N
Non-Diver - Infant
No Bed
Sharing Room with Parent
For 0 - 2 Years Old
Free of Charge

MALAYSIA / EXPATRIATE MARKET

Categories Price Per Person
5D4N
Non-Diver - Adult
Garden View Deluxe (East) / Garden View Deluxe (West) / Premium Room
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 4,935
3,700
5D4N
Non-Diver - Adult
King Chalet / Beach Chalet / Semi-Detached Beach Chalet / Villa
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 5,895
4,420
5D4N
Diver - Adult / Child
Garden View Deluxe (East) / Garden View Deluxe (West) / Premium Room
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 5,870
4,400
5D4N
Diver - Adult / Child
King Chalet / Beach Chalet / Semi-Detached Beach Chalet / Villa
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 6,980
5,235
5D4N
Non-Diver - Child
No Bed
Sharing Room with Parent
For 3-11 Years Old
50% of the applicable Non-Diver package rates
5D4N
Non-Diver - Infant
No Bed
Sharing Room with Parent
For 0 - 2 Years Old
Free of Charge
  • Rate Per Person is based on Join-In Tour (shared guide & vehicle) & Twin/Triple sharing basis.
  • All rates displayed are quoted in Ringgit Malaysia (MYR).
  • All rates are inclusive of 0% Goods and Services Tax (GST).
  • Tourism Tax (TTX) MYR 10 per room per night is applicable for Non-Malaysian. This fee will be collected directly from you by cash at the resort.
  • Excludes Semporna Jetty Fee of MYR 10/- (all nationality) per person payable to The Municipal Council of Semporna. (Newly implemented in 2012)
  • No combination of package is allowed. 
    Example: 2 nights of diver package + 1 night of non-diver package
  • Equipment fees are not included.

PEAK SEASON SURCHARGE

A peak period surcharge of 5% is applicable for ALL MARKETS (both dates inclusive):

  • 9 - 18 February 2024
  • 1 July - 31 August 2024
  • 1 - 7 October 2024
  • 28 January - 6 February 2025

CHILD POLICY

  1. Children 3 to 11 Years Old: Pay 50% of the applicable Resorter (Non-Diver) rates.
  2. Infants 0-2 years old are Free of Charge.
  3. The child rate is for children who occupy the same room with their parents.
  4. If the room consists of only one adult and one child, the room charges shall be based on 2 adults price.
  5. Any children who are certified divers will have to pay FULL Diver rates regardless of their age & parents are to be held responsible for their child at all times.
    Note: To enrol in a Junior Open Water Diver course, a child must be 10 years old or older.

SINGLE TRAVELER POLICY

  1. All single travellers will subject to additional 50% Single Supplement Surcharge on top of the total package rates for single room occupancy applies.
  2. However, additional surcharge apply for single travellers during scheduled or unscheduled land and boat transfers. Please refer to "Land & Boat Transfer" or consult our Tour Consultant for more information. 

GROUP POLICY

  1. Please consult our Tour Consultant if you have a group of 10 pax and above.

Notes:

  • If you are a licensed diver, you are eligible to book on "Diver" package, or you can choose to book "Non-Diver" package, with additional cost if you wish to dive.
  • Diver packages are subjected to resort's diving schedules and regulations as set by dive center.
  • Equipent rental is not included. Please refer to "Optional Add On(s)" for rental charges.

Inclusion:

  • Airport Meeting Service, Return Scheduled Land & Boat Transfer (Tawau Airport / Town - Semporna Jetty - Mataking Island - Semporna Jetty - Tawau Airport / Town).
  • Twin / Triple sharing accommodation at Mataking Island with air-conditioning, fresh hot water shower and attached bathroom with private sundeck / balcony.
  • Complimentary use of Outdoor Jacuzzi.
  • Full board meals, free flow of coffee/tea and light snacks.
  • 3 boat combinations dives per day with dive master at Mataking / Pandanan / Bohayan / Kelapuan / Timbatimba / Pom Pom with experienced guide provided.
  • Unlimited shore buddy dives without guides.
  • Use of tanks with air, weights and weight belt.

Exclusion:

  • Airfares, Diving equipments & gears, Snorkel gear, beverages (alcoholic, fruit juice and carbonated soft drinks, etc), laundry, room service, Semporna Jetty Fee and item not mentioned or specified in the packages

* Please spend some time reading "Diving Terms and Regulations" below.

Notes:

  • "Non-Diver" package CANNOT be converted to "Diver" package once you have arrive at the resort.
  • Special Notes for Licensed Diver who purchase "Non-Diver" package wishes to dive:
    • The additional charge is MYR 100 per dive per certified diver. This must be arranged in advance. Dive equipment rental is not included.

Inclusion: 

  • Airport Meeting Service, Return Scheduled Land & Boat Transfer (Tawau Airport / Town - Semporna Jetty - Mataking Island - Semporna Jetty - Tawau Airport / Town).
  • Twin / Triple sharing accommodation at Mataking Island with air-conditioning, fresh hot water shower and attached bathroom with private sundeck / balcony.
  • Complimentary use of Outdoor Jacuzzi.
  • Full board meals. free flow of coffee/tea and light snacks.

Exclusion:

  • Airfares, diving equipments & gears, snorkel gear, beverages (alcoholic, fruit juice and carbonated soft drinks, etc), laundry, room service, Semporna Jetty Fee and item not mentioned or specified in the packages.

* Please spend some time reading "Diving Terms and Regulations" below.

LAND TRANSFER

The Schedule:

Pick Up from Airport to Semporna  Pick Up from Semporna to Airport
1030 1330
1500 1630

Remarks:

  • All packages include a roundtrip scheduled land transfer between Tawau Airport / Town - Semporna Jetty. Refer to the table above.
  • If you staying overnight at Heritage hotel Tawau (1 day before check in Mataking Resort), you will picked up from hotel on the next morning at 0730 hrs, and take 0930 hrs boat in to Resort.

 

BOAT TRANSFER

The Schedule:

Semporna to Resort (boat in)  Resort to Semporna (boat out)
0930 --
1200 1100
1630 1400

Remarks:

  • If you cannot make it for the last boat schedule on 1630 hrs due to any delay or unforseen circumstances for boat in to check in resort, you will need to put a night in Tawau. Hotels can be arranged upon request. A transfer from airport to Herritage Hotel in Tawau will be provided if you reached Tawau after 1500 hrs. A scheduled 0730 hrs land transfer from Herritage Hotel to Semporna Jetty will be arranged for you and follow 0930 hrs boat into Mataking Island.
  • For departure flights that unable to meet our daily boat schedule, a special boat out transfer at 0630 hrs can be arranged at no additional cost (subject to availability and weather condition)

ADVANCE ARRIVAL EXCEPTION:

  • We only provide Airport Transfer for you if you wish to arrive ONE DAY earlier from actual check-in date to Mataking Reef Dive Resort (strictly only for flights arriving before 1500 hrs).

UNSCHEDULED TRANSFER CHARGES:

  • Additional MYR 250 per coach way (Land Transfer)
  • Additional MYR 950 per boat way (Boat Transfer)

SEMPORNA JETTY FEE

  • Excludes Semporna Jetty Fee of MYR 10/- (all nationality) per person payable to The Municipal Council of Semporna. (Newly implemented in 2012)

EQUIPMENT RENTAL FEE

EQUIPMENTS PRICE
FULL SET DIVE EQUIPMENT MYR 85/DAY/PERSON
FULL SET SNORKELING EQUIPMENT MYR 30/DAY/PERSON
SNORKEL SET A (MASK, SNORKEL, FINS) MYR 0/DAY/PERSON
MASK MYR 10/DAY/PERSON
SNORKEL MYR 8/DAY/PERSON
FINS MYR 10/DAY/PERSON
BOOTIES MYR 8/DAY/PERSON
DIVING SET (BCD, REG, SUIT, SNORKEL SET B) MYR 85/DAY/PERSON
SINGLE PIECE DIVING EQUIPMENT (BCD, REG, WETSUIT, TORCH)  MYR 25/DAY/PERSON
DIVE COMPUTER MYR 30/DAY/PERSON

*Prices are subject to change, payable at resort.

Sabah Parks Announcement

Effective in 2020 onwards, Sabah Parks has announced that Sipadan Island will be CLOSED for any activities including Diving and Snorkeling during the month of November every year (1-30 November).  The purpose of this one-month closure is to give a “RECUPERATION PERIOD” to the marine environment on Sipadan Island.  During this closure period, Divers and Snorkelers will be brought to other islands of Tun Sakaran Marine park for their activities.

TRIP SCHEDULE

  • 0700 hrs: Breakfst at Restaurant
  • 0730 hrs: Boat transfer to Sipadan Island
  • 0900 hrs: Expected arrival at Sipadan Isand and report to Sabah Parks. 1st dive / boat snorkelling is conducted
  • 1100 hrs: 2nd dive / boat snorkelling is conducted
  • 1200 hrs: Lunch (Packed from resort)
  • 1330 hrs: 3rd dive / boat snorkelling
  • 1500 hrs: Boat transfer back to Mataking Resort
  • 1630 hrs: Expected arrival back to Mataking Resort

Notes:

  • A minimum certification of Advanced Open Water is required to dive at Sipadan.
  • You need to book this trip in advance (1 month in advance) in order to secure the daily Sipadan Government Entry Permit / allocation Sipandan entry permit (6 permits per day, first come first serve basis)
  • The resorts determines the right to decide the date for the Sipadan trip during the duration stay of the guests.
  • Once the Sipadan Trip is confirmed by the resort, you need to pay for the charges (as stated in the OPTIONAL ADD ON(S)) and the charges can be made upon check out at the resort, unless the resort have other replacement for your permit and boat space or under special circumstances.
  • In the event of bad weather and the trip has to be cancelled or if the guest cancels on personal reasons, permit paid of MYR 140 per person is NOT refundable or transferable to a later date.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Due to the restricted Sipadan entry permit quota set by Sabah Parks, guests are required to summit Full Names with Nationality, Gender, Passport Numbers and contact address for us to proceed with the permits application at least 14 days in advance prior to arrival in order to allow sufficient time to process and obtain the permit approval. Failure to do this can result in Guest being denied entry to Sipadan Island. 

Booking Period: 01 April 2025 till 28 March 2026
Travel Period: 01 April 2025 till 31 March 2026

INTERNATIONAL MARKET

Categories Price Per Person
3D2N
Non-Diver - Adult
Garden View Deluxe (East) / Garden View Deluxe (West) / Premium Room
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 3,890
2,915
3D2N
Non-Diver - Adult
King Chalet / Beach Chalet / Semi-Detached Beach Chalet / Villa
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 4,635
3,475
3D2N
Diver - Adult / Child
Garden View Deluxe (East) / Garden View Deluxe (West) / Premium Room
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 4,620
3,465
3D2N
Diver - Adult / Child
King Chalet / Beach Chalet / Semi-Detached Beach Chalet / Villa
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 5,500
4,125
3D2N
Non-Diver - Child
No Bed
Sharing Room with Parent
For 3-11 Years Old
50% of the applicable Non-Diver package rates
3D2N
Non-Diver - Infant
No Bed
Sharing Room with Parent
For 0 - 2 Years Old
Free of Charge

MALAYSIA / EXPATRIATE MARKET

Categories Price Per Person
3D2N
Non-Diver - Adult
Garden View Deluxe (East) / Garden View Deluxe (West) / Premium Room
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 2,975
2,230
3D2N
Non-Diver - Adult
King Chalet / Beach Chalet / Semi-Detached Beach Chalet / Villa
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 3,660
2,745
3D2N
Diver - Adult / Child
Garden View Deluxe (East) / Garden View Deluxe (West) / Premium Room
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 3,550
2,660
3D2N
Diver - Adult / Child
King Chalet / Beach Chalet / Semi-Detached Beach Chalet / Villa
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 4,215
3,160
3D2N
Non-Diver - Child
No Bed
Sharing Room with Parent
For 3-11 Years Old
50% of the applicable Non-Diver package rates
3D2N
Non-Diver - Infant
No Bed
Sharing Room with Parent
For 0 - 2 Years Old
Free of Charge
  • Rate Per Person is based on Join-In Tour (shared guide & vehicle) & Twin/Triple sharing basis.
  • All rates displayed are quoted in Ringgit Malaysia (MYR).
  • All rates are inclusive of 0% Goods and Services Tax (GST).
  • Tourism Tax (TTX) MYR 10 per room per night is applicable for Non-Malaysian. This fee will be collected directly from you by cash at the resort.
  • Excludes Semporna Jetty Fee of MYR 10/- (all nationality) per person payable to The Municipal Council of Semporna. (Newly implemented in 2012)
  • No combination of package is allowed. 
    Example: 2 nights of diver package + 1 night of non-diver package
  • Equipment fees are not included.

PEAK SEASON SURCHARGE

A peak period surcharge of 5% is applicable for ALL MARKETS (both dates inclusive):

  • 1 July - 31 August 2025
  • 1 - 7 October 2025
  • 16 - 25 February 2026

CHILD POLICY

  1. Children 3 to 11 Years Old: Pay 50% of the applicable Resorter (Non-Diver) rates.
  2. Infants 0-2 years old are Free of Charge.
  3. The child rate is for children who occupy the same room with their parents.
  4. If the room consists of only one adult and one child, the room charges shall be based on 2 adults price.
  5. Any children who are certified divers will have to pay FULL Diver rates regardless of their age & parents are to be held responsible for their child at all times.
    Note: To enrol in a Junior Open Water Diver course, a child must be 10 years old or older.

SINGLE TRAVELER POLICY

  1. All single travellers will subject to additional 50% Single Supplement Surcharge on top of the total package rates for single room occupancy applies.
  2. However, additional surcharge apply for single travellers during scheduled or unscheduled land and boat transfers. Please refer to "Land & Boat Transfer" or consult our Tour Consultant for more information. 

GROUP POLICY

  1. Please consult our Tour Consultant if you have a group of 10 pax and above.

Notes:

  • If you are a licensed diver, you are eligible to book on "Diver" package, or you can choose to book "Non-Diver" package, with additional cost if you wish to dive.
  • Diver packages are subjected to resort's diving schedules and regulations as set by dive center.
  • Equipent rental is not included. Please refer to "Optional Add On(s)" for rental charges.

Inclusion:

  • Airport Meeting Service, Return Scheduled Land & Boat Transfer (Tawau Airport / Town - Semporna Jetty - Mataking Island - Semporna Jetty - Tawau Airport / Town).
  • Twin / Triple sharing accommodation at Mataking Island with air-conditioning, fresh hot water shower and attached bathroom with private sundeck / balcony.
  • Complimentary use of Outdoor Jacuzzi.
  • Full board meals, free flow of coffee/tea and light snacks.
  • 3 boat combinations dives per day with dive master at Mataking / Pandanan / Bohayan / Kelapuan / Timbatimba / Pom Pom with experienced guide provided.
  • Unlimited shore buddy dives without guides.
  • Use of tanks with air, weights and weight belt.

Exclusion:

  • Airfares, Diving equipments & gears, Snorkel gear, beverages (alcoholic, fruit juice and carbonated soft drinks, etc), laundry, room service, Semporna Jetty Fee and item not mentioned or specified in the packages

* Please spend some time reading "Diving Terms and Regulations" below.

Notes:

  • "Non-Diver" package CANNOT be converted to "Diver" package once you have arrive at the resort.
  • Special Notes for Licensed Diver who purchase "Non-Diver" package wishes to dive:
    • The additional charge is MYR 100 per dive per certified diver. This must be arranged in advance. Dive equipment rental is not included.

Inclusion: 

  • Airport Meeting Service, Return Scheduled Land & Boat Transfer (Tawau Airport / Town - Semporna Jetty - Mataking Island - Semporna Jetty - Tawau Airport / Town).
  • Twin / Triple sharing accommodation at Mataking Island with air-conditioning, fresh hot water shower and attached bathroom with private sundeck / balcony.
  • Complimentary use of Outdoor Jacuzzi.
  • Full board meals. free flow of coffee/tea and light snacks.

Exclusion:

  • Airfares, diving equipments & gears, snorkel gear, beverages (alcoholic, fruit juice and carbonated soft drinks, etc), laundry, room service, Semporna Jetty Fee and item not mentioned or specified in the packages.

* Please spend some time reading "Diving Terms and Regulations" below.

LAND TRANSFER

The Schedule:

Pick Up from Airport to Semporna  Pick Up from Semporna to Airport
1030 1330
1500 1630

Remarks:

  • All packages include a roundtrip scheduled land transfer between Tawau Airport / Town - Semporna Jetty. Refer to the table above.
  • If you staying overnight at Heritage hotel Tawau (1 day before check in Mataking Resort), you will picked up from hotel on the next morning at 0730 hrs, and take 0930 hrs boat in to Resort.

 

BOAT TRANSFER

The Schedule:

Semporna to Resort (boat in)  Resort to Semporna (boat out)
0930 --
1200 1100
1630 1400

Remarks:

  • If you cannot make it for the last boat schedule on 1630 hrs due to any delay or unforseen circumstances for boat in to check in resort, you will need to put a night in Tawau. Hotels can be arranged upon request. A transfer from airport to Herritage Hotel in Tawau will be provided if you reached Tawau after 1500 hrs. A scheduled 0730 hrs land transfer from Herritage Hotel to Semporna Jetty will be arranged for you and follow 0930 hrs boat into Mataking Island.
  • For departure flights that unable to meet our daily boat schedule, a special boat out transfer at 0630 hrs can be arranged at no additional cost (subject to availability and weather condition)

ADVANCE ARRIVAL EXCEPTION:

  • We only provide Airport Transfer for you if you wish to arrive ONE DAY earlier from actual check-in date to Mataking Reef Dive Resort (strictly only for flights arriving before 1500 hrs).

UNSCHEDULED TRANSFER CHARGES:

  • Additional MYR 250 per coach way (Land Transfer)
  • Additional MYR 950 per boat way (Boat Transfer)

SEMPORNA JETTY FEE

  • Excludes Semporna Jetty Fee of MYR 10/- (all nationality) per person payable to The Municipal Council of Semporna. (Newly implemented in 2012)

EQUIPMENT RENTAL FEE

EQUIPMENTS PRICE
FULL SET DIVE EQUIPMENT MYR 85/DAY/PERSON
FULL SET SNORKELING EQUIPMENT MYR 30/DAY/PERSON
SNORKEL SET A (MASK, SNORKEL, FINS) MYR 0/DAY/PERSON
MASK MYR 10/DAY/PERSON
SNORKEL MYR 8/DAY/PERSON
FINS MYR 10/DAY/PERSON
BOOTIES MYR 8/DAY/PERSON
DIVING SET (BCD, REG, SUIT, SNORKEL SET B) MYR 85/DAY/PERSON
SINGLE PIECE DIVING EQUIPMENT (BCD, REG, WETSUIT, TORCH)  MYR 25/DAY/PERSON
DIVE COMPUTER MYR 30/DAY/PERSON

*Prices are subject to change, payable at resort.

Sabah Parks Announcement

Effective in 2020 onwards, Sabah Parks has announced that Sipadan Island will be CLOSED for any activities including Diving and Snorkeling during the month of November every year (1-30 November).  The purpose of this one-month closure is to give a “RECUPERATION PERIOD” to the marine environment on Sipadan Island.  During this closure period, Divers and Snorkelers will be brought to other islands of Tun Sakaran Marine park for their activities.

TRIP SCHEDULE

  • 0700 hrs: Breakfst at Restaurant
  • 0730 hrs: Boat transfer to Sipadan Island
  • 0900 hrs: Expected arrival at Sipadan Isand and report to Sabah Parks. 1st dive / boat snorkelling is conducted
  • 1100 hrs: 2nd dive / boat snorkelling is conducted
  • 1200 hrs: Lunch (Packed from resort)
  • 1330 hrs: 3rd dive / boat snorkelling
  • 1500 hrs: Boat transfer back to Mataking Resort
  • 1630 hrs: Expected arrival back to Mataking Resort

Notes:

  • A minimum certification of Advanced Open Water is required to dive at Sipadan.
  • You need to book this trip in advance (1 month in advance) in order to secure the daily Sipadan Government Entry Permit / allocation Sipandan entry permit (6 permits per day, first come first serve basis)
  • The resorts determines the right to decide the date for the Sipadan trip during the duration stay of the guests.
  • Once the Sipadan Trip is confirmed by the resort, you need to pay for the charges (as stated in the OPTIONAL ADD ON(S)) and the charges can be made upon check out at the resort, unless the resort have other replacement for your permit and boat space or under special circumstances.
  • In the event of bad weather and the trip has to be cancelled or if the guest cancels on personal reasons, permit paid of MYR 140 per person is NOT refundable or transferable to a later date.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Due to the restricted Sipadan entry permit quota set by Sabah Parks, guests are required to summit Full Names with Nationality, Gender, Passport Numbers and contact address for us to proceed with the permits application at least 14 days in advance prior to arrival in order to allow sufficient time to process and obtain the permit approval. Failure to do this can result in Guest being denied entry to Sipadan Island. 

Booking Period: 01 April 2025 till 28 March 2026
Travel Period: 01 April 2025 till 31 March 2026

INTERNATIONAL MARKET

Categories Price Per Person
4D3N
Non-Diver - Adult
Garden View Deluxe (East) / Garden View Deluxe (West) / Premium Room
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 5,270
3,950
4D3N
Non-Diver - Adult
King Chalet / Beach Chalet / Semi-Detached Beach Chalet / Villa
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 6,270
4,700
4D3N
Diver - Adult / Child
Garden View Deluxe (East) / Garden View Deluxe (West) / Premium Room
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 6,400
4,800
4D3N
Diver - Adult / Child
King Chalet / Beach Chalet / Semi-Detached Beach Chalet / Villa
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 7,615
5,710
4D3N
Non-Diver - Child
No Bed
Sharing Room with Parent
For 3-11 Years Old
50% of the applicable Non-Diver package rates
4D3N
Non-Diver - Infant
No Bed
Sharing Room with Parent
For 0 - 2 Years Old
Free of Charge

MALAYSIA / EXPATRIATE MARKET

Categories Price Per Person
4D3N
Non-Diver - Adult
Garden View Deluxe (East) / Garden View Deluxe (West) / Premium Room
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 4,310
3,230
4D3N
Non-Diver - Adult
King Chalet / Beach Chalet / Semi-Detached Beach Chalet / Villa
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 5,200
3,900
4D3N
Diver - Adult / Child
Garden View Deluxe (East) / Garden View Deluxe (West) / Premium Room
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 5,130
3,845
4D3N
Diver - Adult / Child
King Chalet / Beach Chalet / Semi-Detached Beach Chalet / Villa
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 6,080
4,560
4D3N
Non-Diver - Child
No Bed
Sharing Room with Parent
For 3-11 Years Old
50% of the applicable Non-Diver package rates
4D3N
Non-Diver - Infant
No Bed
Sharing Room with Parent
For 0 - 2 Years Old
Free of Charge
  • Rate Per Person is based on Join-In Tour (shared guide & vehicle) & Twin/Triple sharing basis.
  • All rates displayed are quoted in Ringgit Malaysia (MYR).
  • All rates are inclusive of 0% Goods and Services Tax (GST).
  • Tourism Tax (TTX) MYR 10 per room per night is applicable for Non-Malaysian. This fee will be collected directly from you by cash at the resort.
  • Excludes Semporna Jetty Fee of MYR 10/- (all nationality) per person payable to The Municipal Council of Semporna. (Newly implemented in 2012)
  • No combination of package is allowed. 
    Example: 2 nights of diver package + 1 night of non-diver package
  • Equipment fees are not included.

PEAK SEASON SURCHARGE

A peak period surcharge of 5% is applicable for ALL MARKETS (both dates inclusive):

  • 1 July - 31 August 2025
  • 1 - 7 October 2025
  • 16 - 25 February 2026

CHILD POLICY

  1. Children 3 to 11 Years Old: Pay 50% of the applicable Resorter (Non-Diver) rates.
  2. Infants 0-2 years old are Free of Charge.
  3. The child rate is for children who occupy the same room with their parents.
  4. If the room consists of only one adult and one child, the room charges shall be based on 2 adults price.
  5. Any children who are certified divers will have to pay FULL Diver rates regardless of their age & parents are to be held responsible for their child at all times.
    Note: To enrol in a Junior Open Water Diver course, a child must be 10 years old or older.

SINGLE TRAVELER POLICY

  1. All single travellers will subject to additional 50% Single Supplement Surcharge on top of the total package rates for single room occupancy applies.
  2. However, additional surcharge apply for single travellers during scheduled or unscheduled land and boat transfers. Please refer to "Land & Boat Transfer" or consult our Tour Consultant for more information. 

GROUP POLICY

  1. Please consult our Tour Consultant if you have a group of 10 pax and above.

Notes:

  • If you are a licensed diver, you are eligible to book on "Diver" package, or you can choose to book "Non-Diver" package, with additional cost if you wish to dive.
  • Diver packages are subjected to resort's diving schedules and regulations as set by dive center.
  • Equipent rental is not included. Please refer to "Optional Add On(s)" for rental charges.

Inclusion:

  • Airport Meeting Service, Return Scheduled Land & Boat Transfer (Tawau Airport / Town - Semporna Jetty - Mataking Island - Semporna Jetty - Tawau Airport / Town).
  • Twin / Triple sharing accommodation at Mataking Island with air-conditioning, fresh hot water shower and attached bathroom with private sundeck / balcony.
  • Complimentary use of Outdoor Jacuzzi.
  • Full board meals, free flow of coffee/tea and light snacks.
  • 3 boat combinations dives per day with dive master at Mataking / Pandanan / Bohayan / Kelapuan / Timbatimba / Pom Pom with experienced guide provided.
  • Unlimited shore buddy dives without guides.
  • Use of tanks with air, weights and weight belt.

Exclusion:

  • Airfares, Diving equipments & gears, Snorkel gear, beverages (alcoholic, fruit juice and carbonated soft drinks, etc), laundry, room service, Semporna Jetty Fee and item not mentioned or specified in the packages

* Please spend some time reading "Diving Terms and Regulations" below.

Notes:

  • "Non-Diver" package CANNOT be converted to "Diver" package once you have arrive at the resort.
  • Special Notes for Licensed Diver who purchase "Non-Diver" package wishes to dive:
    • The additional charge is MYR 100 per dive per certified diver. This must be arranged in advance. Dive equipment rental is not included.

Inclusion: 

  • Airport Meeting Service, Return Scheduled Land & Boat Transfer (Tawau Airport / Town - Semporna Jetty - Mataking Island - Semporna Jetty - Tawau Airport / Town).
  • Twin / Triple sharing accommodation at Mataking Island with air-conditioning, fresh hot water shower and attached bathroom with private sundeck / balcony.
  • Complimentary use of Outdoor Jacuzzi.
  • Full board meals. free flow of coffee/tea and light snacks.

Exclusion:

  • Airfares, diving equipments & gears, snorkel gear, beverages (alcoholic, fruit juice and carbonated soft drinks, etc), laundry, room service, Semporna Jetty Fee and item not mentioned or specified in the packages.

* Please spend some time reading "Diving Terms and Regulations" below.

LAND TRANSFER

The Schedule:

Pick Up from Airport to Semporna  Pick Up from Semporna to Airport
1030 1330
1500 1630

Remarks:

  • All packages include a roundtrip scheduled land transfer between Tawau Airport / Town - Semporna Jetty. Refer to the table above.
  • If you staying overnight at Heritage hotel Tawau (1 day before check in Mataking Resort), you will picked up from hotel on the next morning at 0730 hrs, and take 0930 hrs boat in to Resort.

 

BOAT TRANSFER

The Schedule:

Semporna to Resort (boat in)  Resort to Semporna (boat out)
0930 --
1200 1100
1630 1400

Remarks:

  • If you cannot make it for the last boat schedule on 1630 hrs due to any delay or unforseen circumstances for boat in to check in resort, you will need to put a night in Tawau. Hotels can be arranged upon request. A transfer from airport to Herritage Hotel in Tawau will be provided if you reached Tawau after 1500 hrs. A scheduled 0730 hrs land transfer from Herritage Hotel to Semporna Jetty will be arranged for you and follow 0930 hrs boat into Mataking Island.
  • For departure flights that unable to meet our daily boat schedule, a special boat out transfer at 0630 hrs can be arranged at no additional cost (subject to availability and weather condition)

ADVANCE ARRIVAL EXCEPTION:

  • We only provide Airport Transfer for you if you wish to arrive ONE DAY earlier from actual check-in date to Mataking Reef Dive Resort (strictly only for flights arriving before 1500 hrs).

UNSCHEDULED TRANSFER CHARGES:

  • Additional MYR 250 per coach way (Land Transfer)
  • Additional MYR 950 per boat way (Boat Transfer)

SEMPORNA JETTY FEE

  • Excludes Semporna Jetty Fee of MYR 10/- (all nationality) per person payable to The Municipal Council of Semporna. (Newly implemented in 2012)

EQUIPMENT RENTAL FEE

EQUIPMENTS PRICE
FULL SET DIVE EQUIPMENT MYR 85/DAY/PERSON
FULL SET SNORKELING EQUIPMENT MYR 30/DAY/PERSON
SNORKEL SET A (MASK, SNORKEL, FINS) MYR 0/DAY/PERSON
MASK MYR 10/DAY/PERSON
SNORKEL MYR 8/DAY/PERSON
FINS MYR 10/DAY/PERSON
BOOTIES MYR 8/DAY/PERSON
DIVING SET (BCD, REG, SUIT, SNORKEL SET B) MYR 85/DAY/PERSON
SINGLE PIECE DIVING EQUIPMENT (BCD, REG, WETSUIT, TORCH)  MYR 25/DAY/PERSON
DIVE COMPUTER MYR 30/DAY/PERSON

*Prices are subject to change, payable at resort.

Sabah Parks Announcement

Effective in 2020 onwards, Sabah Parks has announced that Sipadan Island will be CLOSED for any activities including Diving and Snorkeling during the month of November every year (1-30 November).  The purpose of this one-month closure is to give a “RECUPERATION PERIOD” to the marine environment on Sipadan Island.  During this closure period, Divers and Snorkelers will be brought to other islands of Tun Sakaran Marine park for their activities.

TRIP SCHEDULE

  • 0700 hrs: Breakfst at Restaurant
  • 0730 hrs: Boat transfer to Sipadan Island
  • 0900 hrs: Expected arrival at Sipadan Isand and report to Sabah Parks. 1st dive / boat snorkelling is conducted
  • 1100 hrs: 2nd dive / boat snorkelling is conducted
  • 1200 hrs: Lunch (Packed from resort)
  • 1330 hrs: 3rd dive / boat snorkelling
  • 1500 hrs: Boat transfer back to Mataking Resort
  • 1630 hrs: Expected arrival back to Mataking Resort

Notes:

  • A minimum certification of Advanced Open Water is required to dive at Sipadan.
  • You need to book this trip in advance (1 month in advance) in order to secure the daily Sipadan Government Entry Permit / allocation Sipandan entry permit (6 permits per day, first come first serve basis)
  • The resorts determines the right to decide the date for the Sipadan trip during the duration stay of the guests.
  • Once the Sipadan Trip is confirmed by the resort, you need to pay for the charges (as stated in the OPTIONAL ADD ON(S)) and the charges can be made upon check out at the resort, unless the resort have other replacement for your permit and boat space or under special circumstances.
  • In the event of bad weather and the trip has to be cancelled or if the guest cancels on personal reasons, permit paid of MYR 140 per person is NOT refundable or transferable to a later date.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Due to the restricted Sipadan entry permit quota set by Sabah Parks, guests are required to summit Full Names with Nationality, Gender, Passport Numbers and contact address for us to proceed with the permits application at least 14 days in advance prior to arrival in order to allow sufficient time to process and obtain the permit approval. Failure to do this can result in Guest being denied entry to Sipadan Island. 

Booking Period: 01 April 2025 till 28 March 2026
Travel Period: 01 April 2025 till 31 March 2026

INTERNATIONAL MARKET

Categories Price Per Person
5D4N
Non-Diver - Adult
Garden View Deluxe (East) / Garden View Deluxe (West) / Premium Room
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 6,640
4,980
5D4N
Non-Diver - Adult
King Chalet / Beach Chalet / Semi-Detached Beach Chalet / Villa
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 7,910
5,930
5D4N
Diver - Adult / Child
Garden View Deluxe (East) / Garden View Deluxe (West) / Premium Room
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 8,020
6,015
5D4N
Diver - Adult / Child
King Chalet / Beach Chalet / Semi-Detached Beach Chalet / Villa
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 9,550
7,160
5D4N
Non-Diver - Child
No Bed
Sharing Room with Parent
For 3-11 Years Old
50% of the applicable Non-Diver package rates
5D4N
Non-Diver - Infant
No Bed
Sharing Room with Parent
For 0 - 2 Years Old
Free of Charge

MALAYSIA / EXPATRIATE MARKET

Categories Price Per Person
5D4N
Non-Diver - Adult
Garden View Deluxe (East) / Garden View Deluxe (West) / Premium Room
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 5,640
4,230
5D4N
Non-Diver - Adult
King Chalet / Beach Chalet / Semi-Detached Beach Chalet / Villa
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 6,735
5,050
5D4N
Diver - Adult / Child
Garden View Deluxe (East) / Garden View Deluxe (West) / Premium Room
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 6,710
5,030
5D4N
Diver - Adult / Child
King Chalet / Beach Chalet / Semi-Detached Beach Chalet / Villa
Twin/Triple Share
 MYR 7,975
5,980
5D4N
Non-Diver - Child
No Bed
Sharing Room with Parent
For 3-11 Years Old
50% of the applicable Non-Diver package rates
5D4N
Non-Diver - Infant
No Bed
Sharing Room with Parent
For 0 - 2 Years Old
Free of Charge
  • Rate Per Person is based on Join-In Tour (shared guide & vehicle) & Twin/Triple sharing basis.
  • All rates displayed are quoted in Ringgit Malaysia (MYR).
  • All rates are inclusive of 0% Goods and Services Tax (GST).
  • Tourism Tax (TTX) MYR 10 per room per night is applicable for Non-Malaysian. This fee will be collected directly from you by cash at the resort.
  • Excludes Semporna Jetty Fee of MYR 10/- (all nationality) per person payable to The Municipal Council of Semporna. (Newly implemented in 2012)
  • No combination of package is allowed. 
    Example: 2 nights of diver package + 1 night of non-diver package
  • Equipment fees are not included.

PEAK SEASON SURCHARGE

A peak period surcharge of 5% is applicable for ALL MARKETS (both dates inclusive):

  • 1 July - 31 August 2025
  • 1 - 7 October 2025
  • 16 - 25 February 2026

CHILD POLICY

  1. Children 3 to 11 Years Old: Pay 50% of the applicable Resorter (Non-Diver) rates.
  2. Infants 0-2 years old are Free of Charge.
  3. The child rate is for children who occupy the same room with their parents.
  4. If the room consists of only one adult and one child, the room charges shall be based on 2 adults price.
  5. Any children who are certified divers will have to pay FULL Diver rates regardless of their age & parents are to be held responsible for their child at all times.
    Note: To enrol in a Junior Open Water Diver course, a child must be 10 years old or older.

SINGLE TRAVELER POLICY

  1. All single travellers will subject to additional 50% Single Supplement Surcharge on top of the total package rates for single room occupancy applies.
  2. However, additional surcharge apply for single travellers during scheduled or unscheduled land and boat transfers. Please refer to "Land & Boat Transfer" or consult our Tour Consultant for more information. 

GROUP POLICY

  1. Please consult our Tour Consultant if you have a group of 10 pax and above.

Notes:

  • If you are a licensed diver, you are eligible to book on "Diver" package, or you can choose to book "Non-Diver" package, with additional cost if you wish to dive.
  • Diver packages are subjected to resort's diving schedules and regulations as set by dive center.
  • Equipent rental is not included. Please refer to "Optional Add On(s)" for rental charges.

Inclusion:

  • Airport Meeting Service, Return Scheduled Land & Boat Transfer (Tawau Airport / Town - Semporna Jetty - Mataking Island - Semporna Jetty - Tawau Airport / Town).
  • Twin / Triple sharing accommodation at Mataking Island with air-conditioning, fresh hot water shower and attached bathroom with private sundeck / balcony.
  • Complimentary use of Outdoor Jacuzzi.
  • Full board meals, free flow of coffee/tea and light snacks.
  • 3 boat combinations dives per day with dive master at Mataking / Pandanan / Bohayan / Kelapuan / Timbatimba / Pom Pom with experienced guide provided.
  • Unlimited shore buddy dives without guides.
  • Use of tanks with air, weights and weight belt.

Exclusion:

  • Airfares, Diving equipments & gears, Snorkel gear, beverages (alcoholic, fruit juice and carbonated soft drinks, etc), laundry, room service, Semporna Jetty Fee and item not mentioned or specified in the packages

* Please spend some time reading "Diving Terms and Regulations" below.

Notes:

  • "Non-Diver" package CANNOT be converted to "Diver" package once you have arrive at the resort.
  • Special Notes for Licensed Diver who purchase "Non-Diver" package wishes to dive:
    • The additional charge is MYR 100 per dive per certified diver. This must be arranged in advance. Dive equipment rental is not included.

Inclusion: 

  • Airport Meeting Service, Return Scheduled Land & Boat Transfer (Tawau Airport / Town - Semporna Jetty - Mataking Island - Semporna Jetty - Tawau Airport / Town).
  • Twin / Triple sharing accommodation at Mataking Island with air-conditioning, fresh hot water shower and attached bathroom with private sundeck / balcony.
  • Complimentary use of Outdoor Jacuzzi.
  • Full board meals. free flow of coffee/tea and light snacks.

Exclusion:

  • Airfares, diving equipments & gears, snorkel gear, beverages (alcoholic, fruit juice and carbonated soft drinks, etc), laundry, room service, Semporna Jetty Fee and item not mentioned or specified in the packages.

* Please spend some time reading "Diving Terms and Regulations" below.

LAND TRANSFER

The Schedule:

Pick Up from Airport to Semporna  Pick Up from Semporna to Airport
1030 1330
1500 1630

Remarks:

  • All packages include a roundtrip scheduled land transfer between Tawau Airport / Town - Semporna Jetty. Refer to the table above.
  • If you staying overnight at Heritage hotel Tawau (1 day before check in Mataking Resort), you will picked up from hotel on the next morning at 0730 hrs, and take 0930 hrs boat in to Resort.

 

BOAT TRANSFER

The Schedule:

Semporna to Resort (boat in)  Resort to Semporna (boat out)
0930 --
1200 1100
1630 1400

Remarks:

  • If you cannot make it for the last boat schedule on 1630 hrs due to any delay or unforseen circumstances for boat in to check in resort, you will need to put a night in Tawau. Hotels can be arranged upon request. A transfer from airport to Herritage Hotel in Tawau will be provided if you reached Tawau after 1500 hrs. A scheduled 0730 hrs land transfer from Herritage Hotel to Semporna Jetty will be arranged for you and follow 0930 hrs boat into Mataking Island.
  • For departure flights that unable to meet our daily boat schedule, a special boat out transfer at 0630 hrs can be arranged at no additional cost (subject to availability and weather condition)

ADVANCE ARRIVAL EXCEPTION:

  • We only provide Airport Transfer for you if you wish to arrive ONE DAY earlier from actual check-in date to Mataking Reef Dive Resort (strictly only for flights arriving before 1500 hrs).

UNSCHEDULED TRANSFER CHARGES:

  • Additional MYR 250 per coach way (Land Transfer)
  • Additional MYR 950 per boat way (Boat Transfer)

SEMPORNA JETTY FEE

  • Excludes Semporna Jetty Fee of MYR 10/- (all nationality) per person payable to The Municipal Council of Semporna. (Newly implemented in 2012)

EQUIPMENT RENTAL FEE

EQUIPMENTS PRICE
FULL SET DIVE EQUIPMENT MYR 85/DAY/PERSON
FULL SET SNORKELING EQUIPMENT MYR 30/DAY/PERSON
SNORKEL SET A (MASK, SNORKEL, FINS) MYR 0/DAY/PERSON
MASK MYR 10/DAY/PERSON
SNORKEL MYR 8/DAY/PERSON
FINS MYR 10/DAY/PERSON
BOOTIES MYR 8/DAY/PERSON
DIVING SET (BCD, REG, SUIT, SNORKEL SET B) MYR 85/DAY/PERSON
SINGLE PIECE DIVING EQUIPMENT (BCD, REG, WETSUIT, TORCH)  MYR 25/DAY/PERSON
DIVE COMPUTER MYR 30/DAY/PERSON

*Prices are subject to change, payable at resort.

Sabah Parks Announcement

Effective in 2020 onwards, Sabah Parks has announced that Sipadan Island will be CLOSED for any activities including Diving and Snorkeling during the month of November every year (1-30 November).  The purpose of this one-month closure is to give a “RECUPERATION PERIOD” to the marine environment on Sipadan Island.  During this closure period, Divers and Snorkelers will be brought to other islands of Tun Sakaran Marine park for their activities.

TRIP SCHEDULE

  • 0700 hrs: Breakfst at Restaurant
  • 0730 hrs: Boat transfer to Sipadan Island
  • 0900 hrs: Expected arrival at Sipadan Isand and report to Sabah Parks. 1st dive / boat snorkelling is conducted
  • 1100 hrs: 2nd dive / boat snorkelling is conducted
  • 1200 hrs: Lunch (Packed from resort)
  • 1330 hrs: 3rd dive / boat snorkelling
  • 1500 hrs: Boat transfer back to Mataking Resort
  • 1630 hrs: Expected arrival back to Mataking Resort

Notes:

  • A minimum certification of Advanced Open Water is required to dive at Sipadan.
  • You need to book this trip in advance (1 month in advance) in order to secure the daily Sipadan Government Entry Permit / allocation Sipandan entry permit (6 permits per day, first come first serve basis)
  • The resorts determines the right to decide the date for the Sipadan trip during the duration stay of the guests.
  • Once the Sipadan Trip is confirmed by the resort, you need to pay for the charges (as stated in the OPTIONAL ADD ON(S)) and the charges can be made upon check out at the resort, unless the resort have other replacement for your permit and boat space or under special circumstances.
  • In the event of bad weather and the trip has to be cancelled or if the guest cancels on personal reasons, permit paid of MYR 140 per person is NOT refundable or transferable to a later date.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Due to the restricted Sipadan entry permit quota set by Sabah Parks, guests are required to summit Full Names with Nationality, Gender, Passport Numbers and contact address for us to proceed with the permits application at least 14 days in advance prior to arrival in order to allow sufficient time to process and obtain the permit approval. Failure to do this can result in Guest being denied entry to Sipadan Island. 

Mataking Island - The Reef Dive Resort

ABOUT THE RESORT

The Reef Dive Resort at Mataking Island is an exclusive romantic & diving destination in the Celebes Sea, located just 40 minutes away by boat from Semporna, East Coast of Sabah in Malaysia. Mataking Island offers you the opportunity to obtain a Sipadan diving permit, allowing you to enjoy the best of both diving worlds. You can experience the big fishes and pelagics of Sipadan, as well as the underwater macro marine life and muck diving of Mabul. It is a promised island with majestic treasures, natural warmth and friendship for holiday makers, spa lovers, honeymooners and divers alike. Whether it is a retreat for yourself or exciting undersea exploration, you'll find Mataking the perfect choice.

The resort is caressed by the tropical sea breeze. The executive chalets and deluxe rooms (5 Beach Villas, 8 Executive King Chalets, 24 Premier deluxe rooms) designed in traditional architecture offering simply elegant and exquisite accommodation for up to 70 guests in a serene and cozy environment. Enjoy Malaysian and international cuisine with an enticing spread of fresh local sea food or relish the weekend barbecued favorites at the sea facing restaurant. 

ROOMS

  • Garden View Deluxe

Situated at the center of the island in an exotic garden, these handcrafted lodges are the perfect choice for those guests who appreciate traditional Malaysian charm. Your own private sundeck allows you to have a wonderful place to seek the shelter from the direct Malay sunshine, most of which are still in sight of the lagoon.

Bedrooms here are designed for your individual comfort and little place of solitude with cool tiled flooring and traditional accoutrements. Each Deluxe comes with air-conditioning that allows you to sit in comfort of your very own satellite television, and whilst there, why not take advantage of your own mini bar?

Outdoor Sundeck = 8m²
Bedroom = 26m²
Bathroom = 6m²
otal indoor = 32m²
Twin/ King Size beds

  •  King Chalets

The word “Mataking” literally translated means, “The Eye of Kings”, and if you are staying in one of these limited edition chalets then you will know exactly what we mean. Rising up from the beach front of the lagoon, the balcony of your chalet gives you a front row seat as the sun settles over the nearby islands in the evening, turning the entire lagoon to a bright orange colour.

Each King Chalet naturally has a bedroom which is simply oversized and luxurious. The large queen bed overlooking your private balcony with satellite television and mini bar will allow you to relax to the max! Each bathroom comes with a private bathtub overlooking the lagoon and a large walk-in shower.

Exclusive to Mataking you will simply feel like royalty as a resident in a Mataking King!

Outdoor Sundeck = 12m²
Bedroom = 27m²
Bathroom = 10m²
Total indoor = 37m²
Twin/ King Size beds

  • Beach Chalets

Scattered along the eastern shore of our paradise island are our eight newly built Beach Chalets has just been completed, offering unparalleled sea views and a front seat to sunrise over the Alice Channel of the Celebes Sea.

Positioned away from the resort’s public areas, the Beach Chalets offer a calm and tranquil atmosphere for guests who truly want to get away from it all.

The resort also offer four Semidetached Beach Chalets with interconnecting doors to accommodate families or groups, which are located next to the sea turtle hatchery.

Simply lie in bed to watch the sunrise or head down to the beach to dip your feet in the warm , blue waters.

The Beach Chalets offer full modern facilities in a large bathroom with toilet, double sinks and a drenching rain like shower, but you will be blown away by the private heated Jacuzzi with skylight, allowing you to melt away any stress in the gentle whirlpool whilst looking at the stars. It really is Serenity itself.

  •  Luxury Beach Villas

The Beach Villas are the absolute ultimate in premier accommodation in Malaysia.

An enclosed front patio with a private gazebo and dining area, with sea view and direct access to a sundeck and beach nearby, a large day bed for reading or just relaxing, and two comfortable sun beds and umbrella, provide both comfort and privacy.

The large bedroom with marble flooring retains an element of grandeur, opening on both the front patio and the Jacuzzi garden at the back. The bathroom with its individual stone wash basins and double shower (inside and outside) demonstrate an element of home-grown luxury. The Jacuzzi garden with jungle backdrop at the rear add the finishing touches to this unique piece of local craftwork.

Outdoor frontage including Veranda = 80m²
Jacuzzi Garden = 6m²
Bedroom = 28m²
Bathroom = 16m²
Total indoor = 44m²
Twin/ King Size beds

ROOM AMENITIES

  • Twin / King Sized Beds
  • Corner sofa settees + Vanity table & chair + wooden wardrobe
  • Bed head Decoration (Available for Villa & Premier Deluxe Room Only)
  • Bed Cushion + Bed Runner + Mesh Slipper (Available for Villa & Chalet Room Only)
  • Remote controlled air-conditioner + Ceiling Fan
  • Coffee / Tea making facilities
  • Mini Bar / Astro (Satellite TV)
  • Private shower bathroom with hot/cold showers
  • Provision of toiletries (shampoo + soap only)
  • Dental Kit + Cotton Bud + Comb + Shower Cap
  • Room Towels / Hair Dryer
  • Private Sundeck with garden chair (Garden View)
  • Sea View Bathroom Private Bathtub (Available for Chalet Room Only)
  • In-room safe (Available for Villa & Chalet Room Only)
  • Quilt Cover + Mosquito Netting (Available for Chalet Double Room Only)
  • Daily Housekeeping + Wake Up Call
  • Electricity / Power Point (220-240 volts)
  • Daily Housekeeping + Wake Up Call
  • Complimentary 500ml Drinking Water per guest (arrival day only)
  • In-House Intercom System (To reception / IDD calls connection)


CHECK-IN / CHECK OUT

The standard check in-time is 1400 hours and check out time is 1200 hours.  Early check-in and late check-out is subject to room availability, especially during Peak Season. The resort 150-member staff awaits to make your dive holiday safe, easy and fun.

FACILITIES

  • Jamu Spa & Jacuzzi
  • 20m King’s Watchtower
  • Simply 'Enak' Restaurant
  • Coral Bar
  • Gekko Lounge Bar
  • Crown's Conference Hall
  • Nemo Business Centre
  • Mailing Service
  • Wireless Broadband & Internet Connection (minimal charges, available at restaurant & reception only)
  • Island Shop
  • Island Sound Studio
  • Island Underwater Imaging
  • Exotic Garden
  • PADI 5 Star Dive Centre & Sea Sports Centre
  • Beach Volley Ball & Beach Soccer
  • Activity Desk
  • Safekeeping Service
  • Telephone & Fax
  • Satellite TV
  • First Aid & Emergency Kit

ACTIVITIES

  • 3 boat dive combinations per day at Mataking, Mataking Kecil, and the neighboring islands with provision of diving weights, weight belt, tanks and dive guide. (Unused portion of the dives is not refundable and not transferable).
  • Unlimited house reef diving at Mataking.
  • Boat dive Schedule: First boat dive 08:30/ Second boat dive 11:00/ Third boat dive 15:00.
  • Morning shore dive begins at 06:00 (require to exit the water by 07:00) and Sunset shore dive begins at 17:00.
  • Night dives are shore dives from the Dive centre platform and to be conducted from 19:00 to 21:00.
  • Divers who wish to night dive must show proof of minimum certification of Advance Open Water in the forms of certification cards and/or log books documenting such dives.

About MATAKING Island

There are various sea animals and fishes living in these areas which include schools of Barracuda, Trevally, Spanish Mackerel, Ribbon Eel, Giant Clams, varieties of Goby, Eagle Ray, Giant Frogfish,Mandarin Fishes, unique and charming species of Shrimps, most photogenic and rare pygmy seahorses,spiders and much more.

DIVING PROGRAMME (FOR DIVER)

  • 3 boat dive combinations per day at Mataking, Mataking Kecil, and the neighboring islands mentioned above with provision of diving weights, weight belt, tanks and dive guide. (Unused portion of the dives is not refundable and not transferable).
  • Boat dive Schedule: First boat dive 0830am / Second boat dive 1100am / Third boat dive 1500pm
  • Morning shore dive begins at 0600am (require to exit the water by 0700am) and Sunset shore dive begins at 1700pm.
  • Unlimited shore buddy dives at mataking house reef without dive guide.
  • Night dives are shore dives from the Dive Centre platform and to be conducted from 1900 hrs to 2100 hrs. Divers who wish to night dive must show proof of minimum certification of Advance Open Water in the forms of certification cards and/or log books documenting such dives.
  • Dive packages are subjected to the diving schedules and regulations as set by the dive centre.
  • Equipment rental is NOT included in any of our Resorter / Diver Packages.
  • Please note: Rental of One Full set of Dive Equipment is MYR 85 per day and one set Snorkeling Equipment is MYR 32 per day. Limited sets and subject to availability. It is advisable to reserve in advance.
  • Normal Resorter packages CANNOT be converted to Dive package once the guest has arrived at our resort. Resorter with certified dive license who wish to go diving at Mataking Island will be charged at MYR 100 per dive per diver regardless of boat or beach dives - NOT including dive equipment rental.

Notes

  • Orientation shall be considered as 1 boat dive.
  • Boat Snorkel is subjected to boat availability.
  • Boat dive, boat snorkel and house reef dive DO NOT include rental of gears.
  • Prices are subjected to change from time to time.

RESORTERS PROGRAMME (FOR NON DIVER)

Sport Activities

  • Climb up watch tower for day & night scene lookout (sunset & sunrise)
  • Stroll across to Mataking Kecil at low tide
  • Peacock sanctuary visit
  • Beach friendly Matches (Volleyball / Soccer).
  • Children playground
  • Treasure hunt/Tele-match game arrangement
  • Coconut bowling completion
  • Jogging round the island
  • Fishing trip at additional charge
  • Kelapuan Island Fishing Village Trip at additional charge
  • Sipadan/Mabul Excursion at additional charge
  • Island Hopping / Snorkeling Safaris at additional charge
  • Hiking trip to Pulau Bohey Dulang at additional charge
  • Speedboat Tour of Mataking region at additional charge
  • Discover Scuba at additional charge
  • Ocean Kayaking at additional charge
  • Beach Snorkeling with guide at additional charge

Arts

  • Handicraft Lessons (bracelets, etc)
  • Learn the crafts of making ketupat
  • Batik & T-shirt Painting
  • Cooking Lessons at additional charge
  • Batik Painting/ T-shirt painting
  • Henna Tattoo

Gekko Bar

  • Karaoke / TV usage is provided for all in-house guests with the condition that they Purchase drinks from Gekko bar.
  • Satelite TV
  • Pool table at additional charge

Relaxation

  • Exotic Spa Retreat Packages at additional charge
  • Beachfront Jacuzzi (Complimentary)

Evening Programme

  • Entertainment Singing / Dancing / Disco Programme @ Cultural Staffs performance.
    • Only available during special occasion / festive season
  • Bon Fire BBQ at additional charge
    • Special Food kinds request and pricing to be discussed and order at least 1 week in advance.
    • Upon Special Request with a minimum group of 10.
    • Subject to extra charges.
  • Private Dining (Special candle light dinner arrangement) at additional charge
    • Three days advance booking is required which include selected set menu with special singers' and staffs' service.
    • Please make prior arrangements for all the above activities with Resort Office / Island Activities Coordinator.
    • Subject to guide availability / time / weather conditions and season.

HOW TO GET THERE

Take a short 45 minutes Malaysia Airlines domestic flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau then you will be met and transferred to Semporna Jetty (Harbor) by scheduled land transfer vehicle (appro. 1-hour drive) and finally, you will be transferred to Mataking Resort by scheduled speedboat (appro. 40 minutes boat ride).

For more information, refer to "Suggested Flight Information" below, and "Land & Boat Transfer" above.

SUGGESTED FLIGHT INFORMATION

The information below acts as a guideline & subject to change without prior notice.

Arrival Flight Information

SECTOR FLIGHT       ETD             ETA          SCHEDULED BOAT DEPARTURE     
TIME FROM SEMPORNA JETTY
BKI/TWU MH2121 0740 hrs 0825 hrs 1200 hrs
BKI/TWU MH3093(Via SDK) 0745 hrs 0935 hrs 1200 hrs
KUL/TWU AK5744 0705 hrs 0950 hrs 1200 hrs
BKI/TWU AK6260 0905 hrs 0955 hrs 1200 hrs
BKI/TWU MH3051 0850 hrs 1000 hrs 1200 hrs
KUL/TWU MH2660 0725 hrs 1015 hrs 1200 hrs
KUL/TWU AK5746 1040 hrs 1335 hrs 1630 hrs
BKI/TWU MH2137 1310 hrs 1355 hrs 1630 hrs

MH- Malaysia Airlines     AK- AirAsia

REMARKS:

  • Guests are recommended to follow the above flights which are connected to the SCHEDULED BOAT DEPARTURE TIME to minimize waiting time at airport / Semporna. Choose those flights that arrive before 1500 hrs to catch the last boat from Semporna Jetty to Island.
  • If you cannot make it for the last boat schedule on 1630 hrs due to any delay or unforseen circumstances, you will need to put a night in Tawau. Hotels can be arranged upon request. A transfer from airport to Herritage Hotel in Tawau will be provided if you reached Tawau after 1500 hrs. A scheduled 0730 hrs land transfer from Herritage Hotel to Semporna Jetty will be arranged for you and follow 0930 hrs boat into Mataking Island (not stated in the table above)

ADVANCE ARRIVAL EXCEPTION:

  • We only provide Airport Transfer for you if you wish to arrive ONE DAY earlier from actual check-in date to Mataking Reef Dive Resort (strictly only for flights arriving before 1500 hrs).

Departure Flight Information

SECTOR

FLIGHT

      ETD      

      ETA      

   SCHEDULED BOAT DEPARTURE   
TIME FROM RESORT   
TWU/BKI AK6263 1505 hrs 1555 hrs 1100 hrs
TWU/KUL AK5749 1540 hrs 1825 hrs 1100 hrs
TWU/KUL AK6267 1710 hrs 1800 hrs 1100 hrs
TWU/BKI MH3094 (Via SDK) 1710 hrs 1905 hrs 1100 hrs
TWU/BKI MH2134 1825 hrs 1915 hrs 1400 hrs
TWU/BKI AK6265 2145 hrs 2235 hrs 1400 hrs
TWU/KUL AK5741 1855 hrs 2140 hrs 1400 hrs

MH- Malaysia Airlines     AK- AirAsia

NOTE

  • All land & boat transfers are on a sharing basis. Private charters can be arranged upon request.
  • For departure flights that unable to meet our daily boat schedule, a special boat out transfer at 0630 hrs can be arranged at no additional cost (subject to availability and weather condition)
  • Unscheduled boat transfer to and from the resort can be arranged with additional surcharge(s) but subject to weather conditions.
  • Whenever necessary, the resort management reserved the right to change the boat schedule at any time. Therefore please always double check with the resort management for your boat & flight information.

DIVING TERMS & REGULATIONS

  • All reservation MUST provide the following information: Name as per passport, Passport Number, Nationality, Gender & Flight details
  • Failure to provide flight details 7 days before arrival may incur fines by the resort due to last minute arrangement.
  • Package Excludes: Diving equipments & gears, alcoholic drinks, laundry, room service, airfares and item not mentioned or specified in the packages
  • After commencement of service, no refund, in part or full, will be given for services included in the package which have not been utilized
  • Weather conditions: We cannot predict the weather conditions these days for scuba diving even for the best season
  • All types of activities being offered by the company on the island especially dive activities are subjects to bad sea, weather conditions / poor visibility and also divers’ own physical abilities (eg. Injuries, intoxification, hangover, etc). Therefore, the dive centre reserves the final decision and rights to either proceed or abort any activities / dives for any safety reasonss.
  • If the room consists of only one adult and one child, the room charges shall be based on 2 adults price.
  • No combination of package is allowed (e.g. 02 nights of dive package plus 01 night of non-dive packages). 

IMPORTANT NOTES

  • Tipping is like giving a hug. Although it’s never expected, it’s always very much appreciated.
  • No diving on arrival and departure day even no flying.
  • 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.
  • We shall NOT be held responsible and reserve the rights to charge the customer for any additional costs rendered by any last minute cancellations, delays and changes of any arrangement made by customer. 
  • We recommend you to follow the recommended flights stated in "Suggested Flight Information" dropdown bar in order to connect to the daily normal boat transfer in and out from the island to minimize the waiting time.
  • All types of activities being offerd by the company on the island especially dive activites are subject to bad sea & weather condition / poor visibility and also diers' own physical abilities (e.g. injuries, intoxification, hangovers, etc.). Therefore, we reserve the final decision and rights to either proceed or abort any activities / divers for any safety reasons.
  • Flying after diving (last day at resort) - Divers are required to have 24 hours of surface interval before then fly. However, we believes that this differ from different individuals, agencies and even dive computer / dive tables. If divers choose to dive less than 24 hours (recommended hours) before fly, you will be required to sign a separate Liability / Release Form for this matter. However, this is still subjects to approval of the Dive Center management from the Resort.
  • Unused portion of the packages cannot be refunded or discounted from the rates mentioned above.

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