03. Sabah Islands Of Delight
From the protected islands of the Tunku Abdul Rahman Park*, just minutes from Kota Kinabalu, to some of the world's top dive sites, its ALL HERE.
*Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park comprises a group of 5 islands located between 3 to 8 km off Kota Kinabalu. The park is spread over 4,929 hectares, two-thirds of which cover the sea. Wikipedia
| Tunku Abdul Rahman Park |
| My Trip To Manukan Island |
Sandy beaches are strung along Sabah's west coast. Just ten minutes or so from downtown Kota Kinabalu, take a stroll along the popular Tanjung Aru Beach to see the sun setting into South China Sea in a blaze of glory.
Sabah Island & Beaches ~ Where To Go
"Maldives of South East Asia"
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| Kapalai Island ~ A pearl in the Celebes Sea of Semporna |
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| Sipadan Island ~ One of the top 3 diving sites in the world |
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| Lankayan Island ~ Well-known for whale shark sighting and turtle nesting |
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| Manukan Island ~ Most Visited and Developed |
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| Mabul Island ~ An island full of coral reefs, even a few feet away from shore |
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| Pom-Pom Island ~ Sea turtles call this island their paradise |
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| Mataking Island ~ Famous honeymoon destination for Europeans |
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| Mantanani Island ~ The mermaid island of Sabah |
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| Pulau Tiga Island ~ The filming site of first TV reality show named “Survivor” |
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| Pulau Sapi (Island) ~ One of the islands of marine park nearest to Kota Kinabalu |
5 Less-Known Sabah Beaches
1. Kalampunian Beach, Kudat
The gorgeous azure blue waters of Kalampunian beach is another breathtaking view from the Tip of Borneo.
As you descend from the Tip, you won’t be able to miss the alluring
stretch of white sandy beach by the roadside. Kalampunian is impeccably
beautiful and clean—and perfectly quiet and serene.
2. Kelambu Beach, Kudat
Located in a more secluded part of Kudat, Kelambu beach
is named after its shape, which allegedly resembles a mosquito net
(kelambu). For additional fun adventure, explore up to a hill on the
other side of the beach during low tides. The aerial view of the beach
is simply amazing!
3. Mantanani Beach, Kota Belud
Being remotely tucked away from the city, the Mantanani beach
retains its idyllic beauty with colourful corals and frolicking marine
lives—set against the backdrop of the majestic Mount Kinabalu. Also
known as ‘Mermaid Island’, there have reportedly been sightings and
encounters of dugongs and dolphins around the Mantanani waters.
Mantanani Islands
美人鱼岛 is a group of three isolated islands located northwest of Kota
Belud, about an hour’s drive from the state capital of Sabah, Kota
Kinabalu. These islands are approximately 60 minutes boat-ride by
speedboat from the mainland (depends on sea condition).
4. Tempurung Beach, Kuala Penyu
Escape for the weekend to the idyllic Tempurung beach for a respite from the hustle and bustle of the city. Situated in Tempurung village, Kuala Penyu, Tempurung beach welcomes you with its swaying coconut trees and a rustic atmosphere. You can also choose to stay at the Tempurung Seaside Lodge.
5. Si Amil Beach, Semporna
A fairly recent discovery, Si Amil Island
is mainly famous as a scuba diving destination for underwater macro
photography enthusiasts. But while you’re on land, don’t forget to
explore the steep hill-covered rainforest which surrounds the beach. A
word of caution: beware of pestering monkeys when chilling on the beach.
Scuba divers from around the world are drawn to Sabah, which is right in the heart of the world's most diverse marine environment. Sipadan, hailed as one of the world's best dive sites, was praised as "an untouched piece of art...... a jewel" by none other than the late famed diving legend, Jacques Cousteau. A limestone pinnacle rising 600m from the ocean floor off Sabah's southeast coast, Sipadan offers an ever-changing underwater spectacle including giant schools of whirling baracuda, turtles, astonishingly varied reef fish and colorful corals.
Located northwest of Kota Kinabalu, the Layang-Layang atoll offer divers unbelievable visibility, pristine reefs and a rich pelagic marine life. The wonders of nature aren't restricted to the deep, with thousands of migratory birds nesting on the rocky land each year.
The weird and wonderful "critters" of Mabul, Kapalai and other Semporna Islands make them a 'muck diver's' delight. North of Sandakan, secluded Lankayan offers some corals, wrecks. a fascinating marine life found only on tiny tropical island.
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