Hi, planning to stay for 5 nights in early October at a dive resort so we can get to Sipadan, and trying to work out where will have the best chance of getting a permit (2 people).
Sipadan Water Village website says they guarantee a permit for 5 night stays - does anyone know if a resort can really make this guarantee? If so, will probably stay there, but prefer the look of some other resorts (Mabul Water Bungalows, Smart, Kapalai).
A friend also recommended Mataking, because they have turtles there too, but this is further away and not had a reply yet from them after enquiring about Sipidan practicalities. Any advice on diving Sipidan (and other sites) from Mataking appreciated!
The rig and Borneo Divers are not really an option as looking for a slightly more upmarket resort to spend the non-diving time in.
We are only OW divers so will have restricted choice of dive sites, if that makes any difference to where is good to stay.
Thanks for any advice!
Sipadan Water Village website says they guarantee a permit for 5 night stays - does anyone know if a resort can really make this guarantee? If so, will probably stay there, but prefer the look of some other resorts (Mabul Water Bungalows, Smart, Kapalai).
A friend also recommended Mataking, because they have turtles there too, but this is further away and not had a reply yet from them after enquiring about Sipidan practicalities. Any advice on diving Sipidan (and other sites) from Mataking appreciated!
The rig and Borneo Divers are not really an option as looking for a slightly more upmarket resort to spend the non-diving time in.
We are only OW divers so will have restricted choice of dive sites, if that makes any difference to where is good to stay.
Thanks for any advice!