Semporna was founded soon after the British North Borneo Chartered Company established Sandakan, and initially settled by Chinese traders, most fleeing from Spanish attacks on the Sulu Sultanate. Before being named "Semporna", this area was known as "Tong Talun" in Bajau language which means "Hujung Hutan" in Malay or "at the end of the forest" in English. Panglima Uddang, Panglima Sallehangni and Panglima Sakti of Bajaus Kubangancestry were responsible for this name. The name gradually evolved to "Semporna" (known as "Peaceful Place") over time. Semporna is also known for the Regatta Lepa traditional boat races which occur annually in April. Semporna was also the location of the finish line of Eco-Challenge: Borneo, held in 2000.
Off the coast is a marine park called Tun Sakaran Marine Park, also known as Semporna Islands Park. It was gazetted by Sabah Parks in 2004. Semporna is the gateway to diving in world-renowned island paradises like Sipadan, Mabul, Kapalai, Mataking, Sibuan, Mantabuan, Siamil and Pom Pom among others. Visitors to Semporna are mainly sunseekers looking for relaxation or water sports activities such as scuba diving or snorkeling.
DAY 1
Upon arrival Tawau Airport, meet and greet by our friendly representative and transfer to Semporna Town. Check in Hotel & free at own leisure.
DAY 2
Simple breakfast, meet and transfer to Semporna Jetty.
Depart to Bohey Dulang.You may opt for a hiking guide. Fees/Tips(RM10/pax) for the service is bound by the guest. Please tip the guide well. The hike will take about 1hour.
Embrace yourself with a breath taking scenery of the surroundings of the island. After the hiking, packed lunch will be served at Bohey Dulang jetty.
Depart to Mantabuan to do the 1st Snorkeling session. Rest and enjoy the sun bath before proceeding to the 1st Snorkeling session.
Depart to Sibuan and register at Sabah Park. Walk around the island and take pictures of the Sea Gypsies living on the island. Proceed for 2nd snorkeling session. Arrive back to Semporna.
DAY 3
After breakfast, free leisure time for you to explore more or do last minute shopping for local handicraft and souvenirs until transfer to Tawau airport for departure flight.
Package Includes:
- 2 nights accommodation at Green World Hotel
- Daily breakfast
- Return transfers from Tawau airport to Semporna town
- Return boat transfer from Semporna Jetty to the destination
- Snorkeling Equipment with snorkeling guide
- Packed Lunch
- Semporna Jetty Fee
- Conservation Fee
- Sabah Park Entrance Fee
Package Excludes:
- Airfare
- Tipping
- Travel Insurance
Requirement for the trip:
- Hiking shoes, Swim wear, Change of clothes, Sunblock, Waterproof Camera, own drinking bottle and first aid kit.