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A vibrant underwater coral reef with diverse marine life and colorful coral formations. 1
A coastal landscape with a beach, a boat, and two flags. 2
Two kayaks on a calm lake with mountains in the background. 3
Two people in scuba diving gear on a boat with a clear view of the water and a beach in the background. 4
A boat named 'BIGFIN DIVERS' on calm waters near a beach with lush greenery and a few structures in the background. 5
By Bigfin Divers
Free cancellation available
Price is $96 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Discover Secret Submerged reefs on an exciting guided scuba diving trip
    • Enjoy a delicious lunch at Bigfin Beach Resort and relax on a private beach
    • Explore the stunning Mengkabar Bay with kayaks and stand-up paddleboards
    • Experienced and beginner divers welcome! Different locations depending on group
    • Dive the beautiful undisturbed reefs of Kota Belud, away from the crowds

Activity location

    • Sabah
    • Kota Belud, Sabah, Malaysia

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Kampung Mengkabar, 89150 Kota Belud, Sabah, Malaysia | 8.15am: Meet at Bigfin meet point, Dragon beach, Mengkabar bay, Kota Belud Wait on Dragon beach and look for BIGFIN DIVERS BOAT parking on the beach
    • Kota Belud, Sabah, Malaysia

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    2 Scuba dives
  • Inclusions
    Lunch at Bigfin Beach Resort
  • Inclusions
    Dive equipment rental (mask, fins, short wetsuit, BCD, regulator, tanks, weight belt)
  • Inclusions
    PADI certified dive crew
  • Inclusions
    Complementary use of resort Kayaks and Stand-up Paddleboards
  • Inclusions
    Return boat transfers to/from Bigfin Meet Point, KOTA BELUD (Dragon Beach)
  • Inclusions
    NO extra taxes or entry fees
  • Exclusions
    Dive computer rental for certified divers (not compulsory)
  • Exclusions
    Surcharge for solo divers for 1:1 Guide +RM250 (No extra charge if you join a group).
  • Exclusions
    Land transfers from Kota Kinabalu / Tuaran / Karambunei NOT INCLUDED
  • Exclusions
    Taxi rates to Bigfin meet point (Dragon beach, Kota Belud): Kota Kinabalu city - RM150 per taxi, 1 hour 20 mins. Tuaran / Karambunei (Rasa Ria Resort, Nexus, Hilton Garden Inn, Borneo Beach Villas) - RM130 per taxi, 45 mins.

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Touching marine life
    • Not suitable for: Non-swimmers, People with epilepsy, People with heart problems, People with mobility impairments, People with recent surgeries, People with respiratory issues

What you can expect

  • Meet at 8.15am Dragon Bay Kota Belud (recommend to depart from Kota Kinabalu at 6.45am).
    Begin your adventure with a scenic boat ride to Bigfin Beach Resort. Upon arrival, meet our dive crew and size dive equipment. Certified divers will head to the secret submerged reefs of Kota Belud, while beginners will receive expert guidance from PADI-certified instructors at an easy dive location.

    Dive into tropical blue waters and explore the vibrant marine life and stunning underwater landscapes. Sites in Kota Belud feature a varied topography with rock formations, huge boulders covered with pink and purple soft corals and beautiful drift dives over expansive hard coral reefs.

    After your first dive, take a break on the boat before heading back into the water for your second dive.

    After diving, savor a delicious lunch at Bigfin Beach Resort. Relax on the private white sand beach, nap in a seafront hammock, or take in the panoramic views of majestic Mount Kinabalu and the bay.

    In the afternoon, take advantage of the resort kayak's and stand-up paddleboards to explore the stunning Mengkabar Bay at your leisure. Paddle around the coast or over to Pandan Island and enjoy the breathtaking scenery.

    Finally, return to the boat and head back to Dragon Beach, Mengkabar, Kota Belud, where you can arrange onward transport back to your hotel.

    Important note: Transfers to/from Kota Kinabalu NOT included.
    We recommend guests self drive, private taxi or GRAB (taxi e-hailing app).

    Taxi rates to Bigfin meet point (Dragon beach, Kota Belud):

    Kota Kinabalu city - RM150 per taxi, 1 hour 20 mins
    Tuaran / Karambunei (Rasa Ria Resort, Nexus, Hilton Garden Inn, Borneo Beach Villas) - RM130 per taxi, 45 mins

Location

Activity location

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    • Sabah
    • Kota Belud, Sabah, Malaysia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Kampung Mengkabar, 89150 Kota Belud, Sabah, Malaysia | 8.15am: Meet at Bigfin meet point, Dragon beach, Mengkabar bay, Kota Belud Wait on Dragon beach and look for BIGFIN DIVERS BOAT parking on the beach
    • Kota Belud, Sabah, Malaysia