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  • Dive Lankayan

    If you are looking for a great diving and snorkelling sight, Lankayan Island should be on the top of the list. Lankayan is like a tiny precious gem in the Sulu Sea and the northern of Sandakan. To protect the marine life in this island while fitting the eco-tourism idea, this was declared a part of the Marine Protected Areas. Lankayan is a pristine place that is composed of tropical island and vegetation.

    This is not populated and is a paradise that never been destroyed by people. In this spot you can see and enjoy pure white sand beaches. There are resorts that can cater a great crowd.

    Lankayan belongs to the most preferred snorkelling and diving places. With few minutes spend; you can enjoy observing the lively and colourful, amazing and heart-warming species of the under water. In the months of March to May, usual sightings of the harmless and gigantic whale sharks happen. You can enjoy everything within this island paradise. You can have a breath of fresh air and your eyes will love the untouched flora and fauna.

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    On October 13, 2003, Lankayan Island was declared to be a part of the Sugod Islands Marine Conservation Area (SIMCA). Lankayan is favoured by couples seeking a romantic getaway and for those divers that want a great time. Having a tour in the entire island will make your time worthwhile.

    Lankayan can give you an experience of a lifetime and will meet all your expectations. You should not miss this island. This island will never waste your time and money. You can have a great time with your family, friends and love ones. This can offer you the vacation you are dreaming for years. Come and discover the richness of the entire island.

  • Best Time to Dive

    The highlight for diving is from March to May. These are the perfect dates because the weather is at its best for diving and snorkelling. Diving or snorkelling in these months will guarantee your safety and pleasure.

    The sun will provide you enough light to show the colourful corals, fishes and marine life. You will be amazed of all the things that you will find while exploring this wonderful island.

  • Getting There and Around

    If you have plans of visiting the Lankayan, you can choice among these choices:

    a. You can consider Kota Kinabalu as your international entry point. This is the capitay city of Sabah. There are various airlines that provide flights to this place especially when you come from Kuala Lumpur, Hongkong and Bangkok.

    b. If you are from Singapore, Hongkong or in Malaysia you can also have flights direct to the Kota Kinabalu.

    c. You can also fly to Tawau or ride a bus, taxi or minivan from Dabah. In Tawau, you can have a ride to the port in Semporna. You can have a ride with a boat to Mabul Island or ride a speed boat to go directly to Lankayan.

    d. You can also contact a local travel agency to fix everything for you.

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