Mabul Island is a small island off the south-east coast of Sabah in Malaysian Borneo. The island is known as one of the best muck diving destinations in the world. The island is covered in palm trees and fringed with fine beaches. It is a famous diving spot for divers, both international and local alike, and is well known as the macro diving paradise.
Mabul is populated by an interesting mix of Malay fishermen and Bajau sea gypsies, and it is always a pleasure to see the colourful boats of both ethnic groups return from a day on the surf. And the “floating” resort of Singamata, a hotel built on the shallow waters, is an immensely relaxing place where divers and non-divers alike can appreciate the beauty of one of Borneo’s best collection of off-shore islands.
Things to do:
1. Scuba diving
Known as their one of the best diving spot in world, Mabul offers approximately 2 square kilometers of reef with over 10 dive sites for Scuba divers to explore. Unlike Sipadan which is home to large pelagic species and huge schools of fish, Mabul is known for its unique and seldom seen critters. On a Mabul dive you will see snake eels, juvenile batfish, flamboyant cuttlefish and mimic octopi. Look again closely at the reef and you may see nudibranchs, ghost pipefish, and harlequin shrimp. Dive sites include the Eel Garden, Gurnard Point, Lobster Wall, Nudibranch Center, Panglima Reef, and Ray Point. However the most notable sites are the Coral Reef Garden, Paradise, and the Seaventure Platform.
2. Snorkeling
Your travel will not complete in Mabul Island if you're not try one of this activities, scuba diving or snorkeling. Those who are afraid to diving, snorkeling is the best choice. This activity also suitable for children. While you're snorkeling, someone will coach you and keep you safe.
3. Seafood in Mabul Island
In the morning a fishermen came to sell fresh crabs and lobsters for a low prices. The 'local chef' also help visitors to select fresh lobster and fish from the fisherman coming by, and cook for you the fresh sea foods for a small fee. One of the resorts here do not serve any seafood in meal because the management support sustainable fishing in the area.
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