Sipidan

Off the North Eastern coast of Borneo lies a tiny jewel of an island, Pulau Sipadan, with a marine ecosystem so perfect and unique that it is world renowned as arguably, one of the best dive spots in the world.

Unique, as the only oceanic island in Malaysia, Pulau Sipadan rises as a pristine coral sea mount, 650 meters from the floor of the Sulawesi sea. The ocean teems with a wide range of rare marine species, some of which are totally endemic to the Island. The Island's dense primary jungle remains largely unspoiled by the presence of man, and is populated by the harmless monitor lizard and rare coconut crab.

Green and Hawksbill turtles are regular inhabitants of the island, coming ashore in season to lay their eggs on the pristine beaches of Sipadan. Swim with shoals of barracuda, parrot fish, clown fish and the spectacular zebra lion fish.

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Sangalaki

Located 90 miles from Tarakan, East Kalimantan, Indonesia, and lying just two degrees above the Equator, the island of Sangalaki is clothed in dense jungle forest surrounded by white sandy beaches. Shallow reefs extend out 600 meters from shore. The soft, sandy beaches with tropical undergrowth provide the perfect natural site for turtle egg laying. As a result, Sangalaki is a prolific turtle breeding area. You will have the opportunity to see mating activity, nesting, egg laying, and baby hatchlings making their way back into the sea, completing the cycle of life. Anyone interested in wildlife will find this a truly unforgettable experience.

Sangalaki is also a breeding ground for manta rays, and sightings are a daily occurrence. It's also common to see eagle rays, sting rays, giant green turtles, leopard shark, cuttlefish, and all manor of the Indo-Pacific realm's dazzling array of tropical fish, hard and soft corals, and invertebrate life. The nearby island of Kakaban adds to the variety with a profound wall dive and its own diverse array of marine life. To complete the attraction, Kakaban's interior contains a unique jellyfish lake. Similar to the one in Palau, it is home to millions of (non-stinging) jellyfish and a host of other exotic life, including some species found no where else in the world.

Somewhere big

November 16 thru December 02

This trip is 1 week in Indonesia diving Sangalaki with the Mantas and 1 week in Malaysia diving Sipadan.

Includes:
R/T Air from Los Angeles
All transfers
All Meals while at the resorts
· Return air tickets or Ferry (Tawau - Tarakan)
· Accommodation at Tarakan Plaza (Twin - sharing basis and room only)
· All ground transfer (Ferry - hotel -Ferry).
· Beach hut accommodation on twin - sharing basis in Sangalaki Dive Lodge.
· All meals and beverages on the island (excluding alcohol and / or carbonated soft drinks)
· Professional service of our PADI Dive master.
· 3-boat dive per/day.
· One boat dive at Kakaban Island (Jelly fish lake)** Weather/sea condition permitting.
· One boat dive at Samama Island** Weather/sea condition permitting.
· One night dive ** Weather/sea condition permitting and on divers' qualification.
· Boat, tank, weights and weight belt.

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