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Discover the flavours of Sipadan Island

When visiting Sipadan Island, you can expect a unique and delightful dining experience that showcases the local cuisine. The island offers a variety of highlights and dishes that are sure to satisfy your taste buds. From fresh seafood caught in the surrounding waters to traditional Malaysian recipes with a local twist, you'll find a range of options to explore.

One of the highlights of dining in Sipadan Island is the chance to try dishes that feature flavours and ingredients unique to the area. You can indulge in dishes like Nasi Lemak, a fragrant rice dish cooked in coconut milk and served with sambal, ikan bilis (anchovies), and a boiled egg. Another must-try is the local seafood, including grilled fish, prawns, and squid, which are often cooked using traditional methods to enhance the natural flavours. Whether you're dining at a beachfront restaurant or trying street food from a local vendor, the local cuisine in Sipadan Island is sure to leave a lasting impression.

Best time to go to Sipadan Island, Sabah

Sabah boasts a year-around average temperature of 27.5°C, peaking at 27.9°C in April, May, its warmest month, and dipping to an average low of 27.2°C in January, February, December, the coolest. Rainfall averages at 224.0mm annually, with October seeing the heaviest showers and February being the driest month.

Monthcalendar iconTemperature (Celcius)temperature iconRainfall (mm)rain icon
January27.2138.7
February27.266.0
March27.474.9
April27.9113.8
May27.9209.3
June27.8327.9
July27.8276.9
August27.6268.0
September27.5311.1
October27.5347.5
November27.4304.0
December27.2249.4

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The Sipadan Island info point: What you need to know

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LocationSipadan Island, Sabah, Malaysia
Best time to visitApril to November
Permit RequirementA daily permit is required to visit Sipadan Island and needs to be obtained in advance
Diving and SnorkelingSipadan Island is renowned for its stunning dive sites and rich marine biodiversity. Snorkeling is also popular here.
AccommodationThere are limited accommodations on Sipadan Island. Most visitors stay in nearby areas like Mabulu, Kapalai, or Semporna.
Marine LifeExpect to see turtles, sharks, barracudas, and various colorful fish species while diving or snorkeling in Sipadan Island.
ConservationSipadan Island is a protected area and is part of the Tun Sakaran Marine Park. Visitors are expected to follow conservation guidelines.
TransportationMost tourists reach Sipadan Island by flying to Tawau Airport and then taking a boat transfer to the island.

Top hotels in Sipadan Island

Parapat Water Village Resort

Parapat Water Village Resort

3 out of 5
Anjung Warisan Parapat, Kg Pakalangan,, 91308 Semporna Sabah, Semporna, Sabah
Parapat Water Village Resort
Borneo Divers Mabul Resort

Borneo Divers Mabul Resort

3 out of 5
SJ3, Seafest Marina , Seafest Complex, Jalan Kastam, Mabul Island, Mabul Island
Great new resort, excellent service
"Brand new resort, very good conditions. Good breakfast and dinner. It would be good to provide WIFI and english channels in the rooms."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2022

Borneo Divers Mabul Resort
Mabul's Only Private Over-water House Rental

Mabul's Only Private Over-water House Rental

2 out of 5
Mabul Island, Sabah
Mabul's Only Private Over-water House Rental
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