Tawau

The best time to visit is from March to October, when conditions are generally better for onward island trips, though tropical showers can occur at any time.

Tawau is served by Tawau Airport, with flights from major Malaysian hubs. From the airport, travellers can continue to Tawau city or transfer by road to Semporna.

Use taxis, Grab where available, private transfers, or rental cars. Pre-booked transfers are recommended if heading directly from Tawau Airport to Semporna.

Stay in Tawau city for markets, food, and short stopovers, or stay in Semporna if your main purpose is island hopping or diving.