Sipadan Dive Adventure 2027

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Sipadan Dive Adventure 2027
Group Trip
Join Trip Leader Tim Yeo for an unforgettable 7-night expedition to the Seaventures Dive Rig and enjoy world-class diving in Sipadan Marine Park.
Why Join This Trip?
- 5 days of Sipadan Marine Park access
- Unique accommodations aboard a converted dive rig
- Fully refundable deposit until 12 months from departure
- Dive Sipadan Marine Park, one of the top 10 dive destinations in the world
- Unlimited house reef diving with buddy system (time and weather permitting)
- 25% off rental photo gear from Bluewater Photo
April 11 - April 18 , 2027
Trip Leader: Tim Yeo
7 Nights:
Standard Room | Prices From $2,850 per person, double occupancy
Deluxe Room | Prices From $3,500 per person, single occupancy
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Trip Overview
Join Bluewater Travel for an extraordinary dive adventure to Seaventures Dive Rig from April 11–18, 2027, led by Trip Leader Tim Yeo. This 7-night expedition offers unparalleled access to Sipadan Marine Park, one of the world’s most iconic dive destinations. We have secured five days of permits for diving within Sipadan Marine Park (2-tanks within the park and 1-tank at a nearby site), and unlimited house reef diving.
Stay on a repurposed oil platform turned floating dive resort, complete with full-board meals, airport transfers, and stunning views of the Celebes Sea. This is your chance to explore dramatic walls, encounter turtles, reef sharks, swirling barracuda, and schooling jacks—all from one of the most unique accommodations in the dive world.
Connectivity
There is wifi connectivity at Seaventures which will support emails and messaging, however, it will not support video conferencing or uploading any large media files.
Diving Conditions
- Water Temperature: 79 - 86F (26 - 30C)
- Visibility: 60-100ft (15-30m)
- Depth Range: 16-131ft (5-40m)
- Diving Difficulty: Suitable for all levels, although strong currents appear at certain sites
Inclusions
- 7 nights' accommodation in a Standard Room on the Seaventures Dive Rig Resort, double occupancy
- Water, coffee/tea served all day
- 5 days of diving in Sipidan Marine Park
- 5 days of permits for diving in Sipidan Marine Park
- Tanks, weight belt, and weights
- Round-trip land/boat transfers between Tawau Airport - Semporna Jetty - Seaventures Dive Rig
- Full Board Meals
- 3 boat dives per day
- Unlimited house reef diving with buddy system (time and weather permitting)
- Government tax
- WiFi
Exclusions
- Upgrade to single occupancy or Deluxe Room
- Equipment rental
- Crew/staff gratuities
- Nitrox ($185, subject to change)
- Alcoholic and carbonated drinks
- Trip Insurance - ask us about our preferred partner plan
Trip Type
This trip is a GROUP TRIP. It will be ed by an experienced Bluewater trip leader who will manage the trip logistics and ensure your needs are met throughout. While this trip is designed to optimize your photography opportunities, it is not led by one of our photo instructors and so meaningful photography advice from your trip leader should not be expected.
Learn more about what's included in this trip type.
Accommodation Overview
Seaventures Dive Rig is one of the most unique dive platforms in the world, offering a singular experience where divers can simply wake up, gear up, and jump directly off the rig into the vibrant house reef below.
Seaventures Dive Rig offers two comfortable accommodation options: Standard Rooms, ideal for friends or solo travelers sharing, feature twin beds, air conditioning, en suite bathrooms with hot water, free WiFi, and sea views; while Deluxe Rooms provide a more spacious and romantic setting with double beds, private bathrooms, and serene ocean views—perfect for couples seeking added comfort after a full day of diving.
Flight Information
Seaventures Dive Rig is located close to Mabul Island and the town of Semporna in the Sabah region of Malaysian Borneo. Guests should plan their flights to the final destination of Tawau Airport (TWU), routing through Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) or Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
Arrival
The transfer from Tawau Airport departs at 10am on April 11, where you will be taken by road and then boat out to the dive rig. We recommend planning to arrive in Tawau at least 1 day prior to embarkation to allow for delayed or canceled flights. There are no hotels in the immediate vicinity of the airport, so we would suggest staying in Semporna town.
Departure
On April 18, the boat leaves the rig at 2:00 pm for the transfer back to Semporna and on to the airport. Please note that transfers between the rig and the airport can take up to 2 hours, depending on weather and sea conditions. As such, we recommend booking your departure flight after 6:00 pm.
Flight Package
Our group trips attract guests from all over the globe and many of our customers prefer to book their own flights to take advantage of mileage points or credit card discounts. For these reasons, flights are not included in our group trip packages.
However, we are more than happy to work with you to find the best travel itinerary for your trip and will gladly give suggestions and advice, even if you make the final booking. We will check through your travel reservations at any time to ensure they fit with the trip schedule and can give recommendations on transit hotels and day tours where needed.
If you would like us to book flights and transit hotels for domestic and/or international travel on your behalf, we are also happy to arrange this. Please be advised that there is a ticketing fee for this service. Contact Us for more information.
Payment Schedule
- Deposit: $750 to book your spot
- Payment 2: $1,000 due 1 April 2026
- Balance: due 1 November 2026
Got Questions? Ready to Book?
Call us today at +1-310-915-6677 or email us trips@bluewaterdivetravel.com
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