3D Lankayan Island

Malaysia (Sandakan - Lankayan Island - Kinabatangan - Sandakan)

Duration

3 Days

Tour Type

Spesicif Tour

Group Size

10 People

Languange

English

Overview

TOUR CATEGORIES: Regular Tour, Group Tour, Nature, Beach

Enjoy diving and snorkelling in the pristine ocean of Lankayan Island a small jewel shaped island, off the coast of Sandakan, in the northern coast of Sabah, part of the Sugud Island Marine Conservation Area.

Maps

Hotels

Lankayan Island

Kinabatangan Wetland Resort

A jewel-like tiny island in the Sulu Sea, a 1.5 hour boat rides north of Sandakan; Lankayan has been declared part of an immense Marine Protected Area to adopt the eco-tourism concept. Unpopulated and covered by thick tropical island vegetation on its topside, this peaceful, untouched little bit of paradise is ringed by an endless pure white sandy beach, offering simply elegant and exquisite accommodation in all 23 wooden, roomy and perfectly appointed seafront chalets.

While the ideal destination for those who search for tranquility and relaxation in a virgin natural setting and for families with children, Lankayan Island is also becoming one of the hottest diving destinations on the map today: its dive sites – all just a few minutes away – boasting unbelievably colorful macro, fauna, fascinating wrecks and in season from March to May, regular sightings of gigantic and harmless whale sharks, the “dream date ” of every diver in the world.

Situated within the Sea Turtle Corridor, Lankayan Island is also a nesting place and foraging ground for sea turtles; most commonly Green and Hawksbill Turtle. Therefore, guests will have a chance to see turtles nesting as well as new hatchlings of baby turtles released to the sea especially in season from June to September.

This price is indicative, please contact us for more details

Higlights

Itinerary

Day 01 : Sandakan – Lankayan Island

Depending on your program, our driver will meet you at Sandakan airport or at your stay in Sepilok or Sandakan town, You will meet our representative at the Sandakan Airport, for the short drive to Sandakan Yacht Club Jetty, for your boat transfer to the island.

The journey to Lankayan Island is between 45-minutes and an hour, depending on the sea and weather condition.

Upon arrival, check-in and enjoy a lunch at the resort restaurant.

Snorkel and swim in the crystal-clear waters of Lankayan. If you have opted for the Diver package, you may start your Lankayan stay with a familiarization beach dive in front of the Jetty. Tanks, weights & weight belts are provided as part of your diving package.

Other equipment can be rented directly from the resort's Dive Centre. If you have at least an Advanced Diver certification, you may join in the resort's night dives in front of the Dive Centre at no extra charge. Dinner is served daily from 19:00 until 20:00.

Accommodation: Lankayan Island Dive Resort
Meals included: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2 : Lankayan Island

Breakfast is served daily from 06:30 until 10:30. If you are on a diver’s package, you can join in on any (or all) of the 3 daily boat dives around the island on this day.

Additionally, you are also entitled to unlimited beach dives in front of the Jetty.

Accommodation: Lankayan Island Dive Resort
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 : Lankayan - Sandakan

After an early breakfast, check-out and proceed by boat back to Sandakan Yacht Club Jetty. At the jetty, meet with your driver for the transfer to Sandakan Airport or continue your adventure in Sabah.

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For Diving Packages, on your second last day, the number of dives may vary depending on your program, in case of flight or altitude climb.

Meals included: Breakfast

Included/Excluded

Flight
Travel insurances
Personal expenses like drinks, tipping, souvenirs etc.
Optional excursions and activities and their entrance fees
Other expenses not mentioned in the program
Any items not mentioned in the inclusions or the program above