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Spend a full day diving three distinct sites in Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park with an experienced PADI instructor. This boat-based trip from Jesselton Point includes tanks, equipment, island lunch and park fees—perfect for certified divers seeking varied reef encounters.
Spend a full day diving three distinct sites in Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park with an experienced PADI instructor. This boat-based trip from Jesselton Point includes tanks, equipment, island lunch and park fees—perfect for certified divers seeking varied reef encounters.
The morning opens at Jesselton Point: salt on your lips, a low hum of engines and the dive crew checking tanks. Within 15 minutes the city recedes and the islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park swing into view—limestone outcrops and reef flats that have shaped local fishing and island life for generations.
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Operated by Go Aquatic · Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The morning opens at Jesselton Point: salt on your lips, a low hum of engines and the dive crew checking tanks. Within 15 minutes the city recedes and the islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park swing into view—limestone outcrops and reef flats that have shaped local fishing and island life for generations.
Tunku Abdul Rahman was designated as a marine park in 1974 to protect these fringing reefs and the coral gardens that fringe Gaya, Manukan and Sapi. Geologically the islands are uplifted sedimentary and coral platforms; underwater, eroded bommies and sandy channels create microhabitats alive with color. Culturally, the islands remain an extension of Kota Kinabalu’s coastal community—island restaurants, prayer rooms and fishermen’s tales are part of the day.
Expect three guided dives at different sites, led by a PADI instructor familiar with local currents and seasonal visibility shifts. The reef dares exploration: healthy branching corals, anemone gardens with clownfish, and the occasional gliding reef shark.
Practical guidance: meet at 8:45 AM, bring your certification card and logbook, hydrate before boarding and stagger your surface intervals. Boat transfers, full tank fills and an island lunch are included, but wear reef-safe sunscreen and pack a light change of clothes—the sun is merciless when you climb back aboard. If you’re prone to seasickness, take meds the night before and before boarding. Respect the park rules: no touching coral, no takeaways. By afternoon you’ll be tired in the best way—salt-creased and richer for the reef’s stubborn life.
Yes — this trip is for certified divers only; you will be asked to show your certification card at check-in.
The itinerary includes three dives at different sites; depths typically range from 8–30 meters depending on the site and conditions.
Yes — a full set of scuba gear and air tanks are provided and included in the price.
Have a light, carbohydrate-rich meal and avoid heavy, greasy foods; stay hydrated but avoid excessive alcohol the day before.
Go Aquatic operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The morning opens at Jesselton Point: salt on your lips, a low hum of engines and the dive crew checking tanks. Within 15 minutes the city recedes and the islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park swing into view—limestone outcrops and reef flats that have shaped local fishing and island life for generations.
The morning opens at Jesselton Point: salt on your lips, a low hum of engines and the dive crew checking tanks. Within 15 minutes the city recedes and the islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park swing into view—limestone outcrops and reef flats that have shaped local fishing and island life for generations.
Tunku Abdul Rahman was designated as a marine park in 1974 to protect these fringing reefs and the coral gardens that fringe Gaya, Manukan and Sapi. Geologically the islands are uplifted sedimentary and coral platforms; underwater, eroded bommies and sandy channels create microhabitats alive with color. Culturally, the islands remain an extension of Kota Kinabalu’s coastal community—island restaurants, prayer rooms and fishermen’s tales are part of the day.
Expect three guided dives at different sites, led by a PADI instructor familiar with local currents and seasonal visibility shifts. The reef dares exploration: healthy branching corals, anemone gardens with clownfish, and the occasional gliding reef shark.
Practical guidance: meet at 8:45 AM, bring your certification card and logbook, hydrate before boarding and stagger your surface intervals. Boat transfers, full tank fills and an island lunch are included, but wear reef-safe sunscreen and pack a light change of clothes—the sun is merciless when you climb back aboard. If you’re prone to seasickness, take meds the night before and before boarding. Respect the park rules: no touching coral, no takeaways. By afternoon you’ll be tired in the best way—salt-creased and richer for the reef’s stubborn life.