Diving on D'Bayu Travel

Semporna and Sipadan

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0800

Semporna, a small town on Sabah’s east coast, is the gateway to some of the best diving in the world. Offshore lies Sipadan, an oceanic island famous for its turtles, sharks and huge schools of fish, plus the nearby islands of Mabul and Kapalai, and the dramatic islands of Tun Sakaran Marine Park. Even non-divers come for the snorkelling and the views.

Tioman Island

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0800

Tioman is a big, mountainous island in the South China Sea, off the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia. Most of it is rainforest. People live in a handful of small villages strung around the coast, each with its own beach and feel. It’s a place to snorkel, dive, walk in the jungle and generally slow down.

Perhentian Islands

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0800

The Perhentian Islands, off the coast of Terengganu, are what a lot of people picture when they think of a tropical island: white sand, turquoise water, and coral reefs you can swim to from the beach. There are no roads and no cars, just footpaths, water taxis and a lot of very relaxed people.

Redang Island

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0800

Redang is a small island in a marine park off the coast of Terengganu, and its beaches are some of the most beautiful in Malaysia: fine white sand and very clear water over coral reefs. It’s more resort-focused than the nearby Perhentian Islands, with fewer budget options, but it’s a great choice for a few easy days of swimming and snorkelling.