If you want to go diving in Semporna, you first need to know where the local diving spots are? In fact, there are many famous diving spots in Semporna. You can choose the right diving spot according to your budget. Here are some recommendations for some good diving spots. Semporna Diving Spot

The diving spots in Semporna are scattered around various islands. The most famous among them is Sipadan. , Kapalai and other islands are surrounded by environments that are very suitable for diving. These three islands are called the "macro paradise" for divers' photography

1. Mataking Dive Site

Mataking Island is surrounded by shallow reefs and colorful coral gardens. There are dazzling fish swimming around, and there are even turtles. Frequently seen creatures include: pygmy seahorses, octopus, nudibranchs, mandarin fish, flame cuttlefish, razor fish, colorful eels and various kinds of fish.

2. Mabul Island Diving Site

The coral reefs around Mabul Island are famous for their huge biodiversity. There are numerous marine species here: green and hawksbill turtles, nudibranchs, crocodile fish, octopuses, catfish, mandarin fish, mantises, flame cuttlefish, blue-ringed octopus, lobsters, garden eels and other species. One of its best dive sites is the "Lobster Wall".

3. Kapalai Diving Site

Kapalai is not a real island. It stands on a coral reef, but this does not affect its underwater beauty at all. The landscape is just a stone's throw away from Mabul Island, and it only takes 20 minutes to get to Sipadan

. Mandarin Valley, Kapalai Pier, and Genade Point are the three most popular diving spots in Kapalai.

4. Sipadan Diving Site

Sipadan is the only ocean island in Malaysia. It was an extinct volcano thousands of years ago. After the growth and accumulation of corals, it was formed from the seabed. The total height is calculated to be approximately 600 meters (2,000 feet). The height difference from 3 meters to 600 meters can be felt in Sipadan. This tropical island off the southeastern coast of Sabah is known for its stunning underwater scenery and abundance of marine species.

Sipadan is not only the best diving destination in Malaysia, but also one of the best in the world.

In order to protect the development of resources, the number of places in Sipadan is controlled at about 160 per day. Friends who want to experience this underwater wonder world need to apply in advance, and must hold a certificate of OW or higher level before they can go. For safety reasons, in principle, it is not recommended for friends who have just completed the OW exam to go diving in Sipadan. How long is a PADI diving certificate valid?

PADI diver certificates, such as OW certificate (Open Water Diver Certificate), AOW (Open Water Diver Certificate), EFR Certificate (Emergency First Response Certificate), RED Certificate ( Rescue Diver Certificate) are long-term valid, but if you have not dived for more than a year and need to go into the water again, you need to do a review of OW scuba skills. The reason is that if you do not dive for a long time and forget the scuba skills, this will be harmful to your own safety. A big hidden danger. Diving certification safety knowledge

1. Do not drink alcohol within 8 hours before diving. Alcohol can increase the possibility of diving disease.

2. During the medication period, you should consult your doctor before diving. (Some drugs may affect your metabolism and the dosage may need to be changed.)

3. You must follow the instructions of the instructor for certification

4. Do not fly or fly within 24 hours after diving. Go to a place above 300 meters above sea level. What can we do after taking the diving certificate?

From the above safety knowledge, we know that you are not allowed to fly within 24 hours after diving, so how to spend this day? Of course, in Find delicious food in town or take a day trip to island hopping.

1. Food route

If you are doing research on an outlying island, you must reward yourself after returning to the town. The editor has prepared a food map here to take you through the food in Semporna.

2. Island hopping one-day tour route

Although the course study for several days is near the island, it does not have the scenery of Semporna. Island hopping in Semporna There are three routes for one-day tours: Mataking Route, Mabu Island Route and Ocean Park Route.

If you learn to dive in Mataking, you can sign up for the Ocean Park route for a day trip to overlook the entire Semporna island from the best perspective.

If you learn to dive on Mabul Island, you can choose the Mataking route for a day trip.

In short, each route has its own characteristics, so just stagger it with the place where you learn to dive! Sign up for a small group for a better experience!