Semporna: 3-Dive Leisure Underwater Diving Explorations

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Overview

  • Duration:7 hours 4 minutes
  • Tour Type:Group tour
  • Language:Chinese, English, Malay
  • Start from:Jetty Pelancong, Semporna
  • End at:Jetty Pelancong, Semporna
  • Payments:Pay Advance
  • Cancellation:Non-refundable
This activity is just for qualified divers, so travellers need to have at least an Open Water level. When check in, just fill out the RTCW form and the medical questionnaire like you normally do. Once that's done, swing by the place where you can get your gear all set and ready to roll.. Then hop on a boat with our crew of divers to check out timba timba and do some island hopping. We'll also swing by a dive site, where you'll get a quick briefing. Each dive can last anywhere from 30 to 55 minutes, depending on how much oxygen you're using up. Once back on the boat, continue over to the second dive site, and there will be quick briefings at each spot along the way. this activity features a local lunchbox and a quick trip to the shore island.

Highlights

  • Discover the underwater world of the mataking in three dives
  • Enjoy lunch on board at a local picnic on the beach
  • Marvel at the local marine life and the opportunity to see turtles by chance
  • Discover hidden gems and attractions that only locals are aware of
  • Includes all equipment and diving suits

Includes/Excludes

  • All gears, Mask, Snorkel, Fins, BCD regulator, Gauge and Oxygen Tank or Cylinder
  • Diving suits
  • Instructor
  • Boat and local registration permit
  • 3 Oxygen Tank
  • 1 Bottled water (1.5 litre)
  • 1 Lunch box
  • Diver/guide
  • Dock Taxes, Jetty Fee and Local Tax
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

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Starting location:

This activity is just for certified divers, at least at the Open Water level. Just a heads up, before you dive in, you'll need to fill out an RTCW form and the related questionnaire. Don't forget to bring your diving certificate with you when you show up. After meeting up and completing a brief registration process aboard the boat, located at the jetty pelancong semporna.

Timba timba island

After that, you'll head over to the spot where they'll hook you up with the gear, so you can get all set and ready to go. Hop on a boat with our awesome crew of expert divers to check out the region’s amazing dive spots like Timba Timba, Kapalai, Mataking, and other islands. Based on what you choose, you'll hit up 3 different dive spots, and you'll get a quick briefing before diving in.

Ready first dive

Each dive can last around 30 to 55 minutes, depending on how much oxygen you use, and you can do up to 3 dives. You'll be guided by PADI-certified pros, and they’ll provide the gear and lunch too. You might get to check out turtles, reef sharks, barracudas, and some cool rare critters like pygmy seahorses or flamboyant cuttlefish, but no promises since it’s all natural. There will be quick briefings at different spots along the way.

Lunch

After that, grab a tasty homemade lunch while soaking in the stunning scenery. All you have to do is relax, and enjoy the journey.

Mataking Island

After a quick break on the surface and some sailing to the dive site, we'll head over to another dive spot for your next adventure. The boat trip and chill time might go on a bit longer based on the sea currents and weather vibes.

Pandanan island

After we chill for a bit, we'll bounce over to another dive spot for your next adventure. The boat trip and chill time might stretch out a bit longer based on the sea currents and weather vibes.

Finish at:

As we wrap up our time on the last island, we'll be heading back to the jetty, excited for your next adventure ahead!

Customer reviews

yasmina l
yasmina l
On August 5, 2026

A nice experience. What we liked most was the time we had at each stop of the tour. Also, we were one of the first boats to arrive at the islands so we had the islands practically without people for a while. The snorkeling was also excellent, we saw turtles, corals and many fish. I would do it again without a doubt.

Ong Chin – Malaysia
Ong Chin – Malaysia
On August 3, 2026

I’m very impressed with this tour! I joined the Explore 3 Islands tour, which included 2 discovery scuba dives and 1 snorkeling session. This was my first time trying scuba diving 🤿, and my instructor, Din, explained everything very clearly and patiently. Thanks to him, I was able to dive smoothly without any issues. He also helped capture wonderful underwater photos and videos for me. For the snorkeling session 🤿, Sam was equally professional. He checked the snorkeling spots beforehand, and we were lucky enough to see a turtle and many beautiful fish. He even dived underwater to take great photos of us while we were snorkeling. My father, who is quite elderly, didn’t join the snorkeling but came along to accompany us. The guides were very attentive and took extra care of him, which we really appreciated. Lunch also delicious 😋 Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and I highly recommend this tour!

Marina – Malaysia
Marina – Malaysia
On July 23, 2026

This activity was so much nicer and the corals around the 3 islands were beautiful and still growing. 🤞 We did have to pay a RM 10 per person for Pom Pom island but at least we were allowed to walk on the beach and have a swim. The guides were so cheerful and fun and one pointed out a turtle to us. Thoroughly worth a day trip.

Sandra R
Sandra R
On July 21, 2026

https://nomOur boat was the first to reach the snorkeling spots on all occasions, which left us time to swim in the corals and search for turtles more quietly. We saw 2 turtles and so much more!adetours.com/trips/semporna-3-dive-leisure-underwater-diving-explorations/

Marie – United States
Marie – United States
On July 8, 2026

What a fantastic day on and IN the water! Dean was an amazing guide. He was patient and fun too!! The food was delicious. The experience was absolutely EPIC! Timba-Timba, Mataking, and Padanan were all beautiful. Although the worker on the Timba Timba island tried to up the landing fee of 10 MYR to 25. When no one on the boat agreed to that price to visit the island they then went back down to 10 MYR. No thanks. This of course has nothing to do with the fantastic work the guides did. They made us comfortable and left the decision up to us. No pressure at all. I would relive this day again and again!! Wonderful!!

Sangam – India
Sangam – India
On June 20, 2026

Wonderful experience, great company and guide. Very good for both beginners and experienced. Simply loved it!!

Lauren – United Kingdom
Lauren – United Kingdom
On June 8, 2026

Amazing tour! Started with the steep hike up to the viewpoint, followed by some lunch and snorkelling stops. The guides were great, super friendly and a good laugh!

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pickup or have to go to the meeting point?

For all island hopping tours, travellers must head to our meeting location, which is located at the Jetty Pelancong Semporna, and search for our partner.

Are there any free cancellation policy due to bad weather?

If an experience gets cancelled last minute due to government instructions, we’ll happily refund the full fee. However, cancellations for personal reasons aren’t possible.

Could you arrange for a vegan or vegetarian option?

Yep, it's totally free, and there are no extra charges. Just give us a quick reminder up when you make your reservation or the day before tour date so our staff can get everything ready for you.

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