Mabul Diving
Muck diving, critter diving and macro photography
Many
divers and macro photographers come to Mabul for its
incredible array of macro-life underwater species.
The island itself has white sandy beaches and a colorful Philippino fisherman
village.
Both Sipadan and
Kapalai are very
close by and can be accessed as a day trip.
The reefs around Mabul have a reputation for their great bio-diversity.
One of the best dive sites is Lobster Wall.
Day time activities include relaxing, snorkeling, fishing or exploring
the local fishing village.
Mabul is the home to the most amazing sea creatures:
- Hawksbill turtles and greenback turtles
- Nudibranchs
- Crocodilefish
- Octopus
- Frog fishes
- Mandarin fishes
- Mantis shrimps
- Flamboyant cuttlefish
- Blue-ringed octopus
- Lobsters
- Garden eels
- Etc.
You can dive in Mabul year round.
Recommended Length of stay: 5 to 14 days (including
Sipadan and nearby islands).
Divers: Book Sipadan Permits
in advance!
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