Amazing Borneo

LANKAYAN ISLAND DIVE RESORT

About the Resort
A jewel like tiny island in the Sulu Sea, an hour and a half boat rides north of Sandakan; Lankayan has been declared part of an immense Marine Protected Area to adopt the eco-tourism concept. Unpopulated and covered by thick tropical island vegetation on its topside, this peaceful, untouched little bit of paradise is ringed by an endless pure of white sandy beach, offering simply elegant and exquisite accommodation in all 23 wooden, roomy and perfectly appointed seafront chalets. While the ideal destination for those who search for tranquility and relaxation in a virgin natural setting and for families with children, Lankayan Island is also becoming one of the hottest diving destination on the map today: its dive sites - all just a few minutes away - boasting unbelievable colorful macro, fauna, fascinating wrecks and in season from March to May, regular sightings of gigantic and harmless whale sharks, the "dream date " of every diver in the world. The island is also a nesting site for green and hawksbill turtles. You can watch as the baby turtles are released back into the sea.

About the Diving

Described as a true macro-world paradise, there are also larger marine creatures such as leopard sharks, marbled stingray and giant grouper as well as schools of bumphead parrotfish, yellowtail barracuda and scads. Lankayan Island is also a nesting site for green and hawksbill turtles as Turtle Islands Park are nearby. You can watch as the baby turtles are released back into the sea. The availability of jungle interior and interesting diving attracts both divers and non-divers alike to Lankayan.  

How to Get Here
Take a short 40 minutes domestic flight from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan.
Meet at Sandakan Airport and transferred to Private Jetty at Sandakan Yatch Club by van. Journey takes approximately 30 minutes drive. Transfer to Lankayan Island by speedboat. Boat ride takes approximately 90 minutes.

Boat Schedule (Fixed Departure Time)
Sandakan Yatch Club jetty to Lankayan Island: 10:00 am (Fixed Time)
Lankayan Island to Sandakan Yatch Club jetty: 7:00 am (Fixed Time)

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Diver Package
For Certified Diver Only (All Dive Program / Arrangement will be Organised by the Resort's Dive Centre)
Prices quoted are all inclusive except for dive equipment, where guest can bring their own or rent from the resort or just rent some that they need only. Guest may also choose to dive cetain day or time only but no refund.

Diving Package Includes

• 2-way land transfer from Sandakan Airport to Sandakan Yacht Club jetty (35minutes)
• 2-way boat transfer from Sandakan Yatch Club jetty to Lankayan Island Resort (105 minutes)
• Accommodation on twin/triple sharing basis in the Resort
• Fresh Food Cooked by our Chef on buffet style.
• Afternoon snacks served.
• Tea/Coffee, Cold Water and Cordial served throughout the day
• Provide tanks/weights and belt
• Diving by boat for Diver - 3 boat dives daily except on arrival/departure day (strictly NO fly policy within 24 hours after the last dive)
• Unlimited house reef dives in front of Lankayan Dive Centre (for Diver only)
• No extra charge for Night dives in front of Lankayan Dive Centre (strictly for Advanced Diver or diver with night dives experienceonly)
• Snorkel around the Island (from the shore or from Lankayan Dive Centre)
• Optional guided tour to the Orang Utan Sepilok Rehabilitation Centre on last day (should this option to be included, guest will pay for their own entrance fee at the gate)

Non-Diver Package
Prices quoted are all inclusive except for dive equipment, where guest can bring their own or rent from the resort or just rent some that they need only. Example - snorkel and fins.

For:-

A) NON-DIVER
Are only allowed to dive in front of the Dive Centre with Instructor via Padi Discovery Scuba Programme (DSD).

B) NOT A CERTIFIED DIVER YET or
Are only allowed to dive in front of the Dive Centre with Instructor via Padi Discovery Scuba Programme (DSD).

C) DIVER WHO DO NOT WISH TO DIVE DURING BOOKING
but later wish to dive may do so and will be charged at the resort based on Per Dive Rate.

Non-Diving Package Includes

• 2-way land transfer from Sandakan Airport to Sandakan Yacht Club jetty (35minutes)
• 2-way boat transfer from Sandakan Yatch Club jetty to Lankayan Island Resort (105 minutes)
• Accommodation on twin/triple sharing basis in the Resort
• Fresh Food Cooked by our Chef on buffet style.
• Afternoon snacks served.
• Tea/Coffee, Cold Water and Cordial served throughout the day
• Snorkel around the Island (from the shore or from Lankayan Dive Centre)
• Optional guided tour to the Orang Utan Sepilok Rehabilitation Centre on last day (should this option to be included, guest will pay for their own entrance fee at the gate)

More Information About the Resort
FACILITIES
Despite the remoteness we are proud to offer all the amenities of a tropical island resort. Visitors have a choice to stay in chalets twin or triple sharing basis. Made out of local wooden materials to blend into the natural surroundings, chalets and standard rooms are attached with private balcony overlooking the white sandy beach and turquoise colored ocean. Lankayan chalets are well appointed and equipped with hot bath, coffee and tea making facilities, mini refrigerator and fresh water from mainland. Power is available with 220 V or 110 V. All chalets offer direct access to the beach which is in fact just at your front door step.
Internet Service Charges are at RM15 for 30 minutes for desktop in the office and RM20 per day for own laptop (wireless).

CHECK IN/CHECK OUT TIME
Check-In Time into Chalet– 13:00 pm
Check-Out Time from Chalet – 06:00 am

EQUIPMENT RENTAL AT THE RESORT*
1. BC JACKET     MYR 30.00/DAY
2. REGULATOR/GAUGES/OCTOPUS     MYR 30.00/DAY
3. TORCH WITH BATTERIES     MYR 20.00/DIVE
4. MASK, SNORKEL     MYR 15.00/DAY
5. FIN     MYR 10.00/DAY
6. WET SUIT     MYR 25.00/DAY
7. BOOTIES     MYR 10.00/DAY

*Prices are subject to change

MEAL
Meals are informally served at the central open building, which boasts an amazingly beautiful open-air wooden terrace surrounded by swaying casuarinas, the ideal spot for after dinner relaxation and chatting, all the while admiring the dozens of juvenile black tip sharks swimming leisurely a few feet beneath. Occasionally, head out to the sunset bar for an evening get together BBQ while enjoying the panoramic view of the sun surrendering for the day.

Breakfast:  6.0am - 10.30am
Lunch:  12.30pm - 2.00pm
Dinner:  7.00pm - 8.30pm

ROOMS
A TV room is available for viewing the day's video shots or other footages shoot during the dive. Internet access is also available at the resort's main building which opens daily from 0800hrs to 2300hrs
NOTE: A small over the counter shop that sells souvenirs such as postcards, T-shirts, and other necessities such as film, batteries, and toiletries is integrated at the central open building.
Water sport gears and equipments for diving, snorkeling and ocean kayaking activities are available for rental at the dive centre

ACTIVITIES AVAILABLE
Snorkeling and Swimming
Ocean Kayak - RM 30 Per Hour

AK - AirAsia;  MH - Malaysia Airlines;  ETD - Estimated Departure;  ETA - Estimated Arrival

Things To Note:

• Please ensure you are holding air ticket to Sandakan.

Terms & Conditions

• All reservation MUST provide the following information: Name as per passport, Passport Number, Nationality, Gender, Date of Birth, Medical & Flight details
• For Diver, the following additional INFORMATION required:-
  a) Diving Qualification & Level :
  b) Number of logged dives (approx) :
  c) Last logged dive (dd/mm/yy) :
• After commencement of service, no refund, in part or full, will be given for services included in the package which have not been utilized
• Weather conditions: We cannot predict the weather conditions these days for scuba diving even for the best season