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Island… or Sand….?

OK. OK. OK. Since I have been bragging and asking around both in my blog and facebook, I thought I have better update this especially since dearest Lih Bin approved of me using his pic. At first I’ve asked him whether is this SWV resort as in my earlier blog (A beach you'll never REGRET) but apparently it is not; it’s another island (or sand) next to Mabul called Kapalai.

Since am not a diver (thus missing all this lovely places), I thought I just post out the pics and links AND details for all. These pics will speaks for itself.

From Sabah Tourism :

Kapalai island – The mere name conjures the image of crystal clear waters and a floating paradise like no other. A 45-minute trip from Semporna by speedboat, Kapalai island is one of the many beautiful diving havens in this part of the world. However, Kapalai is truly unique because it is not quite an ‘island’. The island of Kapalai, just 15 minutes off Sipadan, was a beautiful island two hundred years ago, but now it is only a sand bar. Erosion has reduced the island to sea level and the village now sits on the edge of the extensive Ligitan Reefs.

The 40 chalets are built on high wooden stilts in the middle of the ocean. Visitors can enjoy the sights of marine life in action as they stroll along the boardwalk, a sturdy construction that connects the various sections of the floating resort. The resort chalets are equipped with basic amenities, including tea and coffee making facilities.

You will never have to gripe about having a less than desirable view: you have a breathtaking view of the Celebes Sea no matter where you turn! The restaurant is a wooden deck, where diners can eat indoors or al fresco. There’s even a viewing area in the middle of the restaurant which allows you to see the myriad of marine life passing below.

The sundeck, a popular favourite, is a great place to enjoy your novel, work on a tan or indulge in an afternoon siesta. The Dive Centre provides diving, snorkelling and kayaking gear for rent. Can’t dive but would love to? No problem! The centre offers a variety of PADI courses, including Open Water and Introduction to Night Diving. After enjoying your underwater paradise, explore other facilities offered by the resort including the souvenir shop, games room and broadband access.

The journey to from Tawau to Semporna by road takes approximately one hour. The transfer to Kapalai by speedboat takes about 40 minutes. Normaly the tour agent or resort provides transfer arrangements for guest.

Tawau
484 Bandar Sabindo,
P.O Box no 61120, 91021, Tawau
Tel: +6089 765200 (reservation and inquiries)
Fax: +6089 763575/763563
E-mail: rooney@Sipadan-Kapalai.com
Website: http://www.Sipadan-Kapalai.com/

Sandakan
Pulau Sipadan Resort and Tours Sdn Bhd Block C,
Ground Floor, Lot 38 & 39, Mile 6,
Bandar Tyng, 90000, Sandakan
Tel: +6089 673999/674999/675999 (reservation and inquiries)
Fax: +6089 673777
E-mail: sepilok@po.jaring.my

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Credits : Sabah Tourism, Wikipedia