Mantanani Island Scuba Diving Experience Flat 20% Off

People Also Ask

1. What things should I keep in mind while going for Scuba diving at Mantanani Islands?

   The basic things to carry while coming for scuba diving are sunscreen cream or lotion, flip flops, waterproof bag, bathing suit, dry clothes, and towel. To keep you protected from the dry sun, you need a sunscreen; to change your clothes after getting wet you must have a towel and a set of clothes, and finally to carry all these stuff you need a good waterproof bag. You can also bring an insect repellent just in case. Above all, don’t forget to carry your wallet and have some cash in it.

2. Is Pick up and Drop off included in the price?

   Yes. The pickup and drop off prices are added in the overall package. Upon booking the Mantanani Island scuba diving activity, the tourists have to pay for the tickets, and it includes the transfer facility as well. Generally for any adventurous sport, tourists book the activity and opt for the transfer service as it takes them from their hotel to the starting point and vice versa. Here, they are requested to give their contact number and hotel address to the tour operator, and he will arrange a convenient vehicle for pick up and drop. Please make sure you reach the pickup location at the right time.

3. What if the sea conditions are rough?

   During an extreme climatic condition or roughness in the sea, the activity will be stopped for some time. Before getting into the ride, the instructors are well aware of the environment and they know when to resume the activity. In case if the sea conditions seem to be rough for a longer period, the activity needs to be postponed or cancelled for the day. Due to safety reasons, the Mantanani Island scuba diving instructors will cancel the activity immediately and take the participants back to the base camp safely. However, once the sea behaviour becomes normal, the activity will be resumed at the earliest.

4. Is it safe to do Scuba diving at Mantanani Islands?

   Yes. Scuba Diving is completely safe at Mantanani Islands as long as the diver follows safe diving guidelines, uses adequate safety gears, and dives with full confidence. In the beginning, the instructors will give a briefing about the activity and the place. They will make sure all the divers are comfortable with the equipment. As an organization, we take utmost care of our travellers by providing well-checked safety equipment, professionally trained scuba diving instructor, and necessary instructions. As this adventurous water sport may seem to be thrilling, but it’s actually not. The aquatic species try to hide or move away from you. And the instructor will guide you where to go and where not to go.

5. Can we do snorkelling too?

   Yes. One can also try snorkelling on this tour. After having lunch at Mantanani Island, you can enjoy the serene locations and spend leisure time with your dear ones, and then indulge in the snorkelling activity. Just like scuba diving, here also instructors will give you proper instructions and make you comfortable with the equipment. Please note that the snorkelling activity will be subject to the weather. If the weather does not allow, the boat captain and tour guide will have the rights to cancel the snorkelling activity due to safety reasons.

6. What is the duration of the activity?

   The total duration of this tour is nearly 15 hours, and it includes the travelling time from the hotel to the starting point and vice versa. Once you’ve picked up at 7.00 am, you will be arriving at Kota Belud Jetty at 9.15 am. The first dive begins at 10.30 am and it takes 20 minutes duration. Then you will head to the second diving spot, where you can spend time for 10 – 15 minutes. Upon finishing lunch, you can do snorkelling for 30 minutes and enjoy the beautiful creatures present underwater. After that, you will be taken to the boat cruise in search of the famous proboscis monkey and other animals. Finally, you will be served with the BBQ dinner at 6.00 pm and dropped back to the hotel at 10.30 pm.

7. Are children allowed?

   Yes, of course. This tour welcomes both adults and kids for this thrill-seeking activity and it provides the necessary safety items to them. At Mantanani Island scuba diving, one can explore the underwater creatures and enjoy the deep blue sea, irrespective of the age and gender. As we know, kids are more vibrant and enthusiastic, and they always go one step further and explore the unexplored. As long as there are instructors being around, they will help them throughout the activity and give them an awe-struck feeling at the end. Please note that the child’s age must be between 6 and 10 years old.

8. What are the timings?

   The tour starts at 7.00 am and it goes up to 10.30 pm. Please note that there is difference in pickup time for different places. Tourists are advised to check with the tour operator and make sure their address is included in the overall pickup locations. Pick-up time and location: • Kota Kinabalu city North- 7:30 am • Kota Kinabalu city Center- 7:15 am • Kota Kinabalu city South- 7:15 am • Airport area- 7:00 am • 1Bornea area- 8:00 am • Outskirt area- 8:30 am

9. Can we go any day?

   Yes. This breath-holding activity is conducted on all days a year, irrespective of weekdays and weekends. If you’d like to do explore the hidden gems of the sea, you can indulge in the Mantanani Island scuba diving activity and discover the wonderful creatures of the earth. We ensure that all riders get the same level of excitement and adventure whenever they come and indulge in this place.

10. Will there be an English speaking guide?

    Yes, indeed. There will be an English speaking instructor on board. Since there are many backpackers from English speaking countries, the tour operators and management have decided to dedicate an instructor who could speak English and communicate with tourists at ease. They will brief you about the activity, the environment, and the existing exotic plant and animal species under the water. The snorkelers need to follow their instructions carefully and ask doubts if any.