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Timba-Timba, Mataking and Pom Pom Island Day Tour in Semporna
Tours • Sabah

Timba-Timba, Mataking and Pom Pom Island Day Tour in Semporna

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.3 / 5
(84) • 1K+ booked
US$ 48.10
Semporna Island Snorkeling Experience
Water activities • Sabah

Semporna Island Snorkeling Experience

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English guided
Morning departure
4.4 / 5
(104) • 2K+ booked
US$ 64.30
Timba-Timba, Mataking and Pom Pom Island Discover Scuba Diving in Semporna
Water activities • Sabah

Timba-Timba, Mataking and Pom Pom Island Discover Scuba Diving in Semporna

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English guided
7+ hrs
4.7 / 5
(60) • 1K+ booked
US$ 84.75
Mabul and Kapalai Island Snorkeling or Diving Tour in Semporna
Tours • Sabah

Mabul and Kapalai Island Snorkeling or Diving Tour in Semporna

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.3 / 5
(9) • 200+ booked
US$ 48.10
Semporna Island Hopping Snorkeling Day Trip
Water activities • Sabah

Semporna Island Hopping Snorkeling Day Trip

English guided
Morning departure
Free cancellation
5.0 / 5
(2) • 100+ booked
US$ 58.49
Save US$ 3.06
4D3N Island Hopping with Bohey Dulang Hike and Stay in Semporna
Tours • Sabah

4D3N Island Hopping with Bohey Dulang Hike and Stay in Semporna

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Hotel pick-up
English guided
50+ booked
US$ 311.29
Bohey Dulang Package | Bohey Dulang + Mantabuan + Sibuan Island Hopping Tour
Tours • Sabah

Bohey Dulang Package | Bohey Dulang + Mantabuan + Sibuan Island Hopping Tour

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Free cancellation
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4.5 / 5
(8) • 200+ booked
US$ 100.19
Mabul and Kapalai Island Snorkeling Tour in Semporna
Water activities • Sabah

Mabul and Kapalai Island Snorkeling Tour in Semporna

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English guided
Morning departure
4.5 / 5
(35) • 800+ booked
US$ 64.29
3D2N or 4D3N Sipadan Kapalai Resort Full Board Package
Water activities • Sabah

3D2N or 4D3N Sipadan Kapalai Resort Full Board Package

English guided
Morning departure
7+ hrs
4.5 / 5
(2) • 100+ booked
US$ 645.89
Semporna's Marine Magic: Full-Day Dive Trip with PADI 5* Dive Center
Water activities • Sabah

Semporna's Marine Magic: Full-Day Dive Trip with PADI 5* Dive Center

English guided
Morning departure
7+ hrs
4.0 / 5
(4)
US$ 108.85
3D2N or 4D3N Pearl Island Resort Full Board Package
Water activities • Sabah

3D2N or 4D3N Pearl Island Resort Full Board Package

English guided
7+ hrs
Private group
US$ 645.89
Tours • Sabah

Semporna Mabul Island Half-Day Nature Tour

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US$ 30.79

Hotels in Semporna

Sipadan Inn 2
Hotels • Sabah

Sipadan Inn 2

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3.4 / 5
(34)
From
US$ 23.73
Dragon Inn Floating Resort Semporna
Hotels • Sabah

Dragon Inn Floating Resort Semporna

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US$ 54.23
Semporna Seaview Hotel
Hotels • Sabah

Semporna Seaview Hotel

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US$ 32.32
Grace Samudera Hotel
Hotels • Sabah

Grace Samudera Hotel

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3.8 / 5
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US$ 49.92
Panglima Resort Bum Bum Island, Semporna
Hotels • Sabah

Panglima Resort Bum Bum Island, Semporna

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US$ 110.41
Ocean Inn Semporna
Hotels • Sabah

Ocean Inn Semporna

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US$ 53.13
Dayang Resort Semporna
Hotels • Sabah

Dayang Resort Semporna

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US$ 343.00
Wing Tat Grand Hotel
Hotels • Sabah

Wing Tat Grand Hotel

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3.4 / 5
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US$ 50.37
Lato Lato Resort
Hotels • Sabah

Lato Lato Resort

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2.7 / 5
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US$ 101.94
A Hotel
Hotels • Sabah

A Hotel

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4.0 / 5
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US$ 32.11
SKY Water Villas
Hotels • Sabah

SKY Water Villas

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US$ 212.68
Green World Hotel
Hotels • Sabah

Green World Hotel

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3.4 / 5
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US$ 36.34

Reviews of Semporna activities

YIE *******
2026-10-28 16:23:39
Fantastic 5.0
I am so fortunate to have met such a kind and thoughtful tour guide. He cared deeply about the children and was always by their side to look after them and ensure their safety. His loving and responsible attitude truly touched our hearts. With him, we were able to enjoy this trip with complete peace of mind, comfort, and joy, without any worries. We deeply appreciate all his care, attention, and sincerity throughout this journey. Thank you for making our trip so wonderful and meaningful! ❤️ If you're travelling with your family and children, I highly recommend him! His name is AIM! He is truly caring, attentive, and responsible, especially when it comes to looking after the kids. ❤️ And also one more guy who helped us to take a lot of photos 👍👍 I hope to go diving again in the future and have the chance to find him as our guide once more! 🤿💙
Klook User
2026-09-09 04:29:43
Fantastic 5.0
staffs all nice and good coach is patience too good experience
Klook User
2026-05-30 13:41:13
Fantastic 5.0
Awesome tour guide (named Syaiful if not mistaken), help me get great underwater images. The guide continuously monitor & check my safety during the snorkelling sessions. The lunch buffet was great, got 3 lauks (chicken, fish & veggie) + watermelon, and self service coffee & tea. Kapalai underwater scenery is a bit better than Mabul. Next trip plan to have few dives in Sipadan & other Island (finger crossed).
Serena ***
2026-05-19 04:41:28
Fantastic 5.0
Great experience going to mataking and pom pom island. Couldn't stop at timba timba Island due to government restrictions, however we stopped over in an area to snorkel. The guide was very helpful taking photos for us, we saw many sea turtles yesterday and tropical fishes with beautiful coral reefs. Got to see a lion fish as well. We had a great once in a lifetime experience. Would recommend this tour!
Yun *******
2026-06-04 04:10:28
Fantastic 5.0
Great experience with Blue Fin Divers. The dive instructor was very attentive to detail, and guided us on where we can improve. There was also good food, music and company provided, making this whole journey a wholesome one.
楊 **
2026-07-17 23:16:51
Fantastic 5.0
What a wonderful experience! Before departure, customer service proactively contacted me and created a group chat. On the day of departure, a staff member was even arranged to meet us in the early morning and guide us to the meeting point on their way to work. This staff member also spoke fluent Mandarin and Cantonese, making the first stop of our trip full of pleasant surprises! They also offered thoughtful photo services, including free underwater photos and videos. It was absolutely delightful!
Yun *******
2026-06-04 04:07:07
Great 4.0
The cleanliness can be improved as there were a lot of cotton and dirt on the floor. The water ran out unexpectedly and we couldn't do the foot soak, but the owner offered to exchange it for extra massage time which was nice. It is located quite deep within the dragon floating inn. but compensated with the pretty views.
Klook User
2026-09-08 01:58:59
Fantastic 5.0
The guys were experienced well trained, and very professional
lisiew ***
2026-07-04 04:07:22
Great 4.0
second rine staying here. everything here is ok but if would be happy if the hotel could reserve parking space

Semporna at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Semporna?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
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150
Avg 100Avg
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62
Jan
69
Feb
89
Mar
95
Apr
103
May
109
Jun
101
Jul
Busiest 169
Aug
156
Sep
104
Oct
88
Nov
Quietest 58
Dec

Demand for Semporna spikes in August, rising about 69% above a typical month, while December is much quieter, roughly 42% below a typical month — book early for August and expect easier availability and fewer crowds in December. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Semporna cheapest?

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Cheapest $39 Priciest $80
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activities in December are typically around USD 39, roughly 51% below the priciest month in February, so December offers both lower prices and the quieter season shown above. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

2 daysLast-minute
7 daysTypical
22 daysEarly

Most travellers typically book about 7 days ahead, which allows some flexibility for spontaneous trips; during the August peak consider booking earlier to secure spots. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Semporna

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1USD = 4.06MYR

  • Official languages

  • Best time to visit

    Dry season offers clear skies and excellent diving conditions.

  • Recommended trip duration

What to know before visiting Semporna

Semporna at a glance

Semporna is best known for Water activities, followed by Tours, Massages and Cultural experiences — these categories shape most visits across the year. Klook booking data show demand builds through the mid-year, peaking in August when travellers chase clear seas and busy itineraries, while December is noticeably quieter. Use that rhythm to pick an experience: if you want lively, festival-like marine activity choose the mid-year peak; if you prefer space and lower prices, aim for the year-end lull. Decide whether you want peak-season energy or a quieter getaway. Based on Klook booking data.

When to visit Semporna

Demand on Klook typically peaks in August and stays high into September, while December is the quietest month; prices trend separately, with the priciest month in February and the lowest prices in December. Where demand and prices align — August is busy without being the most expensive — expect lively conditions, but for lower prices and much smaller crowds pick December when demand and median prices both dip.

Month Demand Level Typical Price
January Quieter than usual USD 60
February Quieter than usual USD 80
March About average USD 54
April About average USD 67
May About average USD 39
June About average USD 50
July About average USD 50
August Peak demand USD 57
September Peak demand USD 74
October About average USD 50
November About average USD 66
December Very quiet USD 39

Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

Tips for travellers

Most travellers book fairly close to travel dates — typically about 7 days ahead — with the earliest planners booking around three weeks out. That means you can often stay flexible and find activities a few days before travel, but during the peak months named above it's wise to book earlier to secure popular water activities and tours. Use Klook to compare options and lock in preferred dates and boat slots, especially for mid-year travel; Klook booking data show earlier planning pays in busier months.

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