Time zone
GMT +08:00
No time difference
Currency
Malaysian Ringgit
1AUD = 2.85MYR
Official languages
Malay
Best time to visit
MAR - MAY
Dry season offers clear skies and excellent diving conditions.
Recommended trip duration
3 days
Top things to do in Semporna
Timba-Timba, Mataking and Pom Pom Island Day Tour in Semporna
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English guided
Free cancellation
(84) • 1K+ booked
AUD 59.75
Semporna Island Snorkeling Experience
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English guided
Morning departure
(104) • 2K+ booked
AUD 83.45
Timba-Timba, Mataking and Pom Pom Island Discover Scuba Diving in Semporna
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English guided
7+ hrs
(60) • 1K+ booked
AUD 109.95
Mabul and Kapalai Island Snorkeling or Diving Tour in Semporna
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English guided
Free cancellation
(9) • 200+ booked
AUD 59.75
Semporna Island Hopping Snorkeling Day Trip
English guided
Morning departure
Free cancellation
(2) • 100+ booked
AUD 83.45
4D3N Island Hopping with Bohey Dulang Hike and Stay in Semporna
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Hotel pick-up
English guided
50+ booked
AUD 386.39
Bohey Dulang Package | Bohey Dulang + Mantabuan + Sibuan Island Hopping Tour
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Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(8) • 200+ booked
AUD 124.35
Mabul and Kapalai Island Snorkeling Tour in Semporna
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English guided
Morning departure
(35) • 800+ booked
AUD 83.45
3D2N or 4D3N Sipadan Kapalai Resort Full Board Package
English guided
Morning departure
7+ hrs
(2) • 100+ booked
AUD 921.99
Semporna's Marine Magic: Full-Day Dive Trip with PADI 5* Dive Center
English guided
Morning departure
7+ hrs
(4)
AUD 141.25
3D2N or 4D3N Pearl Island Resort Full Board Package
English guided
7+ hrs
Private group
AUD 921.99
AUD 43.95
Hotels in Semporna
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AUD 33.65
Dragon Inn Floating Resort Semporna
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AUD 76.88
Semporna Seaview Hotel
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AUD 45.97
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AUD 71.22
Panglima Resort Bum Bum Island, Semporna
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AUD 157.56
Ocean Inn Semporna
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AUD 75.64
Dayang Resort Semporna
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AUD 487.85
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AUD 71.65
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AUD 144.92
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AUD 45.81
SKY Water Villas
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AUD 302.67
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AUD 51.69
Reviews of Semporna activities
Serena ***
2026-05-19 04:41:28
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!
楊 **
2026-07-17 23:16:51
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!
Klook User
2026-09-08 01:58:59
The guys were experienced well trained, and very professional
YIE *******
2026-10-28 16:23:39
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
staffs all nice and good coach is patience too good experience
Yun *******
2026-06-04 04:10:28
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.
Klook User
2026-05-30 13:41:13
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).
Yun *******
2026-06-04 04:07:07
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.
lisiew ***
2026-07-04 04:07:22
second rine staying here. everything here is ok but if would be happy if the hotel could reserve parking space
Semporna at a glance
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What to know before visiting Semporna
What to do in Semporna throughout the year
Semporna is best known for Water activities, with Tours, Massages and Cultural experiences rounding out bookings. Water activities dominate the calendar as demand rises toward August and September — Klook booking data shows August is a clear high point — so snorkelling and boat trips shape the busiest months. Tours are a steady option through the shoulder seasons, while Massages and Cultural experiences provide quieter, restorative choices when visitor numbers fall. Use this rhythm to decide whether you want lively marine days or something more relaxed: pick peak-season energy or quieter shoulder-season pace. Based on Klook booking data.
When to visit and how prices move
Demand peaks in August (and stays high in September), while December is the quietest month; Klook booking data attributes a +69% spike in August and a −42% trough in December. Prices fluctuate through the year: typical paid prices on Klook rise into February and fall to a low in May, so crowd sizes and prices sometimes diverge — August is busy but not the priciest, while February is a price high with only moderate demand. For lower prices and smaller crowds, consider May or December; for peak-season atmosphere aim for August or September, when activities are most lively on Klook.
| Month | Demand Level | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | Quieter than usual | AUD 66 |
| February | Quieter than usual | AUD 115 |
| March | About average | AUD 81 |
| April | About average | AUD 79 |
| May | About average | AUD 7 |
| June | About average | AUD 63 |
| July | About average | AUD 94 |
| August | Peak demand | AUD 75 |
| September | Peak demand | AUD 76 |
| October | About average | AUD 76 |
| November | About average | AUD 99 |
| December | Very quiet | AUD 64 |
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 from Australia
Most travellers book with reasonable planning — people typically lock things in about 7 days ahead, with the earliest planners booking as far as three weeks out. That means you can be flexible and often secure activities a week before travel, but in the peak months of August and September it pays to reserve sooner. Klook booking data shows last-minute options exist (many are bookable within 2 days), yet the busiest periods fill faster. Use Klook to compare dates and times, lock in spots for popular water activities in peak months, and feel confident booking both ahead and at short notice depending on your plans — based on Klook booking data.
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- 4 Tun Sakaran Marine Park Island Snorkeling or Diving Tour
- 5 3D2N or 4D3N Pearl Island Resort Full Board Package
- 6 Discover Scuba Diving Experience in Semporna Island
- 7 Leisure Diving Experience in Semporna Island
- 8 Semporna Island Hopping Snorkeling Day Trip
- 9 Semporna Dive Mastery: Advanced Open Water with PADI 5* Dive Center
- 10 Semporna Island Snorkeling Experience
- 11 Mabul and Kapalai Island Snorkeling Tour in Semporna
- 12 Aquatic Excursion in Semporna: Fundive Day Trip with PADI Center
- 13 Timba-Timba, Mataking and Pom Pom Island Day Tour in Semporna
- 14 Train Anytime, Dive Anywhere! PADI E-Learning Open Water in Semporna
- 15 4D3N Island Hopping with Bohey Dulang Hike and Stay in Semporna
- 16 Bohey Dulang Package | Bohey Dulang + Mantabuan + Sibuan Island Hopping Tour