Where to Go Diving in Malaysia

Unfortunately we are currently unable to sell diving holidays to Malaysia, due to the FCDO advising against all but essential travel to certain islands and dive sites. Please check out the other wonderful destinations we sell to start planning your next trip.

There is so much to explore on a diving holiday to Malaysia. From the exciting walls of Sipadan to the turtles that nest on Lankayan Island to the muck diving of Mabul.

Where to go in Malaysia

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Borneo

One of the most fascinating destinations in the Far East, Borneo just gets better the more we learn about it. Magical diving around Sipadan coupled...

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Luxury Hotels in Malaysia

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Ritz Carlton, Kuala Lumpur

The Ritz Carlton Kuala Lumpar is a stunning example of timeless luxury, with relaxing neutral shades and top quality furnishings. This is the...

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Lankayan

Unpopulated apart from just one resort, the Lankayan Island Dive Resort, this is the only option if you want to dive the waters around Lankayan...

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Sipadan-Kapalai Dive Resort

Easy to reach from the east coast of Malaysian Borneo and just a short boat ride away from the world-class diving of Sipadan and Mabul, the Sipadan-Kapalai...

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Key Facts & Useful Links

Language: Malay

Currency: Malaysian Ringgit

Visa: Not required

Religion: Islam

Food & Drink: Hot milk tea called the tari is Malaysia’s national drink

Time difference: GMT +8 hrs

Flight from London: 12:45 hrs

BBC Country Profile

Met Office Weather

BBC Climate Guide

Foreign Office Travel Advice

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