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💥**Semporna budget travel guide: Enjoy the stunning island for CNY 4,000** ✅[Itinerary] (5 days and 4 nights)** *❤️*Day 1**: Arrive at Tawau Airport, take a shared car to Semporna Town (MYR 25), stay in a hostel (CNY 50/night), and haggle for a seafood feast at the seafood market in the evening (CNY 50 per person). ❤️**Day 2**: Island hopping tour (Tun Sakaran route, approx. MYR 150), climb Bohey Dulang Island for a panoramic view, and snorkel to see corals and schools of fish. *❤️*Day 3**: Mabul Island water house experience (CNY 200 per person/night for a shared room), check in at the popular water house, and meet the Bajau children. *❤️*Day 4**: Snorkel at Kapalai or enjoy free time, and watch the stunning sunset in the evening. *❤️*Day 5**: Return to Tawau and buy white coffee at the airport as a souvenir. ‼️[Money-saving Tips]** ✅ *🚗*Transportation**: Carpooling/shared boat is the most cost-effective, and most attractions are within walking distance in the town. ✅ *🏨*Accommodation**: Stay in a water house for 1 night to experience it, and stay in a hostel in the town for the rest of the time. ✅ *🍝*Food and drink**: Haggle at the seafood market, processing fee is MYR 5–10/kg. ✅ **Entertainment**: Travel during the off-season (May–September), and choose group tours for island hopping to get a cheaper price. ‼️[Precautions]** ⚠️ Sun protection! Sun protection! Sun protection! (Recommended coral-friendly sunscreen) ⚠️ Respect the Bajau culture and avoid giving money directly (you can bring stationery or snacks). ⚠️ Take good care of your belongings and travel with companions at night. *💰*Total cost reference**: Flight ticket CNY 1,500 + accommodation CNY 400 + food and drink CNY 300 + entertainment CNY 500 ≈ **CNY 2,700** (lower in the off-season) ✅Semporna is not expensive, you can have fun if you plan in advance! 🌊✨
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