[2025 Pom Pom Island Stay] Travel Guide for POM POM Island Resort (Updated Mar)

Located in a county of Tawau City, Sabah, Malaysia, Semporna is an underestimated resort. Once just a small fishing village that couldn't be found on the map, it has now developed into a world-famous underwater tourism center. Semporna has nearly twenty islands of different sizes, including the overwater bungalow Kapalai Island known in Southeast Asia, the one-island-one-hotel Mabul, the home of the sea gypsies Mabul Island, the hometown of sea fish Bum Bum Island, and the Tun Sakaran where you can overlook the panorama of Semporna. Each island has its unique features. Here are some recommended islands: Bum Bum Island: This is a typical private island with pure white beaches and a variety of beach houses and overwater bungalows to choose from. There are two resorts on the island. Mataking Island: This island is larger in area, lush in vegetation, without overwater bungalows, only sea view and garden view cottages, very suitable for experiencing deep diving. Kapalai Island: Strictly speaking, this is not an island, but a sandbar. The resorts on the island are all small wooden houses built on the water, which are popular honeymoon destinations for couples. In addition, Tun Sakaran also has a marine park with eight islands of different sizes, including Gaya Island, Sleeping Beauty Island, Mandabuan and Meiga Island. Except for the military island where troops are stationed, the other three islands all have Bajau villages.

#kapalai "Pure paradise! Pom Pom Island Resort was the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle. The beachfront villa was spacious and beautifully designed, with stunning ocean views. The diving and snorkeling were fantastic, with plenty of sea turtles and vibrant coral reefs. The staff was extremely friendly and made us feel at home. The food was delicious, especially the fresh seafood. The only minor issue was the slow Wi-Fi, but honestly, we didn’t mind disconnecting and enjoying the beauty of nature. If you’re looking for a peaceful and romantic getaway, this is the place!"

Double Eleven, Semporna is really lively! Before you can recover from the price reduction in Jelly Sea, Dragon Ball has taken over again😎! Nearly 50% off discount, so delicious that you doubt your life! It still includes transfers, snorkeling, and three meals and afternoon tea. Such a generous deal really doesn’t leave any room for other resorts🤩! - 🔥Bangbang Island Dragon Ball｜Special Offer 🈶Round trip transfer from Tawau Airport to Semporna Pier on the day of check-in 🈶Round-trip transfer from Semporna Pier to Longzhu Resort on the day of check-out 🈶Three meals a day and snacks and tea 🈶Unlimited snorkeling at the daytime diving center - 🌷Longzhu is the largest resort on Bang Bang Island. It has a large range of activities and a variety of accommodation options. 🌷The beach villa opens to the beach and the sea; the garden villa is surrounded by green plants and has a beautiful environment; the villa is spacious and suitable for families; there are also 5 water villas; all types of rooms are independent, ensuring a high degree of privacy 🌷Includes three meals a day and afternoon tea, the food is rich and delicious 🌷The island has rich entertainment facilities, including game rooms, gyms, kayaks, bicycles, etc. You can also experience Borneo’s traditional spa

Release a baby sea turtle Watch the Bajau people rowing their boats Take photos on the sandbar Stay in a water villa Snorkeling in Mataking Bargain at the seafood market - ❤️ Release a baby sea turtle Resorts like Mataking, White Pearl, and Dragon Pearl have their own sea turtle conservation bases. When baby sea turtles hatch, the resort will notify you of the release time the next day. You can participate and watch the baby sea turtles run towards the sea. It's very healing. - ❤️ Watch the Bajau people rowing their boats You can stay in MWB water villa or join the Kapalai + Mabul Island island hopping day tour. You can see the small wooden boats sailing on the jelly sea, carrying seafood and coconuts. Take a set of "seafood stalls" cultural photos. Coconuts are about 5 Malaysian Ringgit each. - ❤️ Take photos on the sandbar There are two island hopping routes. The Mataking 3 Islands route goes to Timba Timba Sandbar, and the Tun Sakaran Marine Park route goes to Warship Island Sandbar. If you stay at Mataking Resort, you can also go to their private sandbar, which is even more beautiful. - ❤️ Stay in a water villa Stay in a secluded wooden house on the sea. Take photos on the flower-filled wooden plank road, watch the sunset and stars on the balcony. It's romantic and comfortable, but you must stay in a water villa with good water quality. Otherwise, snorkeling is not worth it, and photos are not good. The ceiling of Semporna water villa: Kapalai - ❤️ Snorkeling in Mataking If you don't have a diving certificate, you can go snorkeling in Mataking. There are many fish, sea turtles, and corals. The sea is very clear. It's a feast for the eyes! Island hopping route: Mataking 3 Islands - ❤️ Bargain at the seafood market Take a bunch of seafood you've bargained for to the restaurant for processing. It's very rewarding. You can put down your "i" and bargain with your voice. When the local black people get angry, they will speak some random Chinese words. You are beautiful, but you have no money... - For information and booking of Semporna itinerary, please click on the link below to consult customer service -

Semporna Accommodation Guide: A Complete Guide to Choosing for Different Budgets including Town Hotels/Water Bungalow Resorts/Island Resorts - 🔸Average 200+/night Yongda Hotel, Lighthouse Hotel Grace Hotel, PALY Hotel NEO PALY Hotel ✔️The town's popular choice, close to the pier, convenient for checking in to gourmet food/going out to sea - 🔸Average 400+/night Pineapple Sea Manju, Zhongliang Semporna Paradise ✔️Ten minutes' drive from the town, quiet and comfortable independent holiday wooden houses, with shuttle service - 🔸3 days and 2 nights average 2k 1️⃣Pom Pom Island's White Pearl, Dragon Pearl Both resorts are very suitable for families, with a large activity area and baby turtles 2️⃣Arcadia on Bum Bum Island Exclusive and romantic, one island one hotel 3️⃣Mabul Island's Borneo Close to Sipadan, a paradise for diving enthusiasts 4️⃣Crystal Water Bungalows Short boat ride but beautiful sea view 5️⃣New Jiamada Water Bungalows The cost-effective choice for diving certification - 🔸3 days and 2 nights average 3k 1️⃣Kapalai The popular water bungalow on the internet, facing the sea, you can see turtles just by looking down, very suitable for a relaxing holiday 2️⃣Mabul Island's SWV Developed earlier, with older facilities and fewer people 3️⃣Jelly Sea Newly opened water bungalows, with a net on the balcony for photo shooting - 🔸3 days and 2 nights average 4k 1️⃣Madajin Resort 2 islands one hotel, landmark trailing sand beach, the strongest Maldives holiday vibe 2️⃣Mabul Island's MWB Li Xian's same model water bungalow, with relatively luxurious facilities - For more information and booking Semporna resorts, click the link below to find Lazy Cat Travel

Such a magnificent, beautiful places around the islands of Semporna. Worth it to take another trip for the sightseeing and fun activities #semporna #sempornasabah #pompomisland #matakingisland #mabulisland #scubadiving