Diving in Borneo: luxury beneath the waves
Borneo is the third largest island in the world and is located in Southeast Asia between the Indian and the Pacific Ocean. This captivating island, which is covered by one of the oldest rainforests in the world, offers the opportunity of taking a unique holiday full of adventure and unforgettable beauty
A Mecca for divers heading to Asia
Many professionals rank Borneo among the 10 best places in the world to dive, for example together with the island of Cuba, Egypt, the Maldives or the Great Barrier Reef in Northern Australia.
It is above all the small island of Sipadan situated only a few kilometres east of Borneo which has become a divers’ paradise. It was created by coral growth on the peak of an extinct volcano. In the waters around the island, you can see loggerheads, turtles, barracuda, mackerel, hammer-head sharks and whale sharks.
Sipadan Water Village – luxury accommodation on the water
Lovers of the marine kingdom and luxury will appreciate the unique Sipadan Water Village resort on the island of Mabul which offers beautiful white sandy beaches. Accommodation in luxurious cottages built on the water offers luxurious and unforgettable experiences even if you are not a fan of diving.
The resort offers the perfect surroundings, topped off with excellent diving opportunities. The accommodation here is inspired by the local architecture and is built right on the water using wood and iron structures. The resort is connected to the mainland by a long wooden jetty.
The perfect starting point for divers
From here, divers have easy access to the island of Sipadan. Its surrounding areas represent a global standard diving location. Diving in the area around the island of Mabul also offers some wonderful experiences. The resort and diving centre offer rental of a full range of diving equipment and use a custom-built boat designed for twelve people.
Borneo offers you a luxurious chance to get to know the breath-taking undersea kingdom and feast your eyes on unforgettable views over unspoilt scenery.
