Time zone
GMT +08:00
No time difference
Currency
Malaysian Ringgit
1USD = 4.06MYR
Official languages
Malay
Best time to visit
MAR - MAY
Dry season offers clear skies and excellent diving conditions.
Recommended trip duration
3 days
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Semporna at a glance
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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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