Sabah Snorkling

We boarded a popular influencer boat, and the young crew members were very dedicated, singing and dancing. I sat in the front row and was quite scared; the boat swayed a lot. On the return trip, sitting at the back of the boat was much better. We snorkeled in two beautiful spots with lots of fish.

Five-star experience! Five-star trip! A perfect journey! Our tour guide, Sue, contacted us via WhatsApp the night before and was incredibly patient in answering all our questions. She also helped us take photos throughout the trip without any hesitation. Some of our group members had very high expectations for photography, and Sue was surprisingly patient in helping them get their shots. It's worth noting that our group was a combination of several smaller groups, but all the guides knew each other, so they were great at creating a lively atmosphere. One guide constantly played music through a loudspeaker, which really boosted the mood, and they even matched the theme – for example, playing Jay Chou's "Rice Field" when we were watching fireflies! Truly professional! Be aware that the local mosquitoes are very aggressive and aren't deterred by mosquito repellent, so that's something to keep in mind. The sunset there is stunning! We had plenty of time for free activities and taking photos. My first snorkeling experience was also amazing. The only downside was that some people in our group might have been afraid of water, so we had to accommodate them and couldn't visit more spots. We ended up staying at one spot for about an hour. You can rent a locker on the island for HKD $60, but you honestly don't need to; no one is going to steal your belongings on a deserted island... Watching the fireflies is an absolutely unforgettable experience! Photos can't capture the awe-inspiring sight; you'll understand once you go! P.S. The meeting time that day was 7 AM! So it was a very early start, but totally worth it.

Jeg visste ikke hvor den røde telefonkiosken, som var møtestedet, var, så jeg besøkte informasjonsskranken på Jesselton Ferry Port. Møtetiden var passert, men informasjonsmedarbeideren ringte turselskapet for meg, og jeg klarte å møte guiden. Det var tre andre grupper som også hadde gått seg vill, og vi dro til øya sammen. Det var første gang jeg snorklet, men jeg fikk låne redningsvest og svømmeføtter, så det var lett å svømme. Mens jeg svømte, tok guiden bilder og videoer med en GoPro! Jeg er spesielt glad i videoen der jeg er sammen med klovnefiskenes hjem! Bildene som ble tatt, sendes via WhatsApp etter turen. Det var fint å ha omtrent to timer med avslapning etter svømmingen, da det var ganske slitsomt. Jeg ble ganske sjøsyk på båten, så jeg skulle ønske jeg hadde tatt sjøsyketabletter.

David was wonderful. He was professional and attentive throughout the trip. Islands were beautiful, water was crystal clear, and wildlife was abundant. Would thoroughly recommend for a day out in KK.

The crew was super friendly and took great care of us. We booked the snorkeling activity, and the boat was shared with 4 other people who were all diving. Because of this, we visited 3 spots for snorkeling/diving. We saw many turtles and fish. Unfortunately, one spot wasn't suitable for snorkeling due to strong currents, which was a shame. We also only went ashore on Mataking. We would have liked to visit the other two islands as well.

With its clear water and fine sand, it's perfect for those who love a tranquil island experience. On the day we went, there were no other tourists on the island, so our two families, a total of five people, had the whole island to ourselves. The outdoor shower facilities and restrooms were in good working order, and we could freely refill our tea and coffee. For activities, we only used the canoes, which were available for our free use. There is only one snorkeling spot, and the current isn't too strong. Some areas are quite deep, and you have to explore to find the coral reefs. There are a decent variety of fish, but not the large schools you find at Sapi Island. There are a few anemones. Lunch was hot, plentiful, and the taste is a matter of personal preference. Overall, considering the short car and boat ride, Dinawa Island is a very ideal island getaway.

Båten var bra for prisen, men massasjen kunne vært lengre. Det er et alternativ for to timer. Den første øya er vakker, nydelig og ren. Den andre øya er litt kort, men du kan besøke to øyer på én dag. For prisen er det absolutt verdt det. For alle som reiser for første gang, anbefaler jeg det på det sterkeste. Lokalbefolkningen er vennlige, og maten er også god.

Abang din was amazing!! It was my first time snorkeling and I had a really great experience <3

Guiden var svært pliktoppfyllende; i tillegg til å gi detaljert informasjon om øyas fasiliteter, passet han også på at alle hadde det bra underveis, noe som gjorde at vi følte oss trygge. Før avreise lærte han oss tålmodig hvordan vi skulle ta på oss dykkermaske og redningsvest riktig, så selv om det var første gang vi snorklet, trengte vi ikke å bekymre oss. Øya har en fantastisk utsikt, krystallklart vann og velutstyrte fasiliteter, noe som ga oss en avslappende, vakker og uforglemmelig dag. Absolutt verdt et besøk!