This is the newest dive spot in the Celebes Sea located just 40 minutes from Semporna. Luxurious accommodation in this island comes with balcony overlooking the sea and en-suite bathroom. A total of 8 executive chalets and 2 lodges that can accommodate up to 60 guests at one time is provided.

There are about 30 dive sites around Mataking and its surrounding islands of Pandanan, Timba Timba and the Tun Sakaran Marine Park islands of Bohey Dulang and Gaya. The 3 well-known site to divers that surrounds Mataking are Magic Rick, Mantis Reef and the Alice Wall.

The Alice Channel which is about 100 metres deep connects Mataking to Sipadan Island offering both macro and pelagic diving for divers at the island. Guests are also given option to dive in Sipadan (45-minutes boat ride away). Encounters with barracuda, stingray, green turtle, colourful corals fishes, Trevally, Spanish mackerels, Ribbon eels, giant clams, Dogtooth tuna and so on are common sight during your dive. Recently whale shark was reported to be seen just a few feet away from the resort’s jetty.

Sun seekers will like the stretch of white sandy beach that surround Mataking Island and for ladies, the outdoor mangrove spa set amidst rustic pools and mangrove tress is another irresistible luxury around here. A watchtower provides a wonderful view of the island and its surrounding sea.

Courtesy of Sabah Tourism and Tourism Malaysia.