Semporna Water Chalet - Sea Star Resort Semporna


TOUR INFORMATION

TOUR CODE: ABTW-SS01
DESCRIPTION: SEMPORNA WATER CHALET - SEA STAR RESORT SEMPORNA
REGION: Semporna / Kapalai Island
DURATION: From 2 Days 1 Nights
MINIMUM: 2 Pax
AVAILABILITY: Pre-Book Required
PICK UP POINT: Your Hotel in Semporna Town / Tawau Airport
PICK UP TIME: Preferably Before 15:00 Hrs
DROP OFF POINT: Your Hotel in Semporna Town / Tawau Airport
DROP OFF TIME: Preferably at 12:00 Hrs
* All timings are estimated and for reference purposes only. Actual timing will be provided prior to your departure.

ABOUT THE RESORT

ABOUT THE RESORT

Behold the captivating Sea Star Resort, located just a mere 5-minute from the heart of Semporna! Nestled in Malaysia's Sabah, this 4-star haven transcends mere accommodation, offering an immersive experience of the East Coast's beauty.

Step into the realm of Sea Star Resort Semporna, where every detail is crafted for your pleasure. A 24-hour front desk and vigilant security stand as guardians, ensuring your peace of mind. Your sanctuary boasts more than just a room; it's a haven of serenity. A bidet and a dressing room grace your private space, while a separate entrance ensures your personal retreat remains undisturbed. For the water enthusiasts, you can dive into the crystal-clear waters of the nearby snorkelling spots, explore vibrant marine life, and bask in the sun on the terrace, letting the warmth of the tropics seep into your soul. 

ROOM

Discover indulgence in the spacious 46 m² individual water villas at Sea Star Resort. Step onto your private balcony and soak in the breathtaking sea views that unfold before you. Immerse yourself in comfort within the confines of your ensuite bathroom. Stay connected with the world through our complimentary WiFi, ensuring a seamless retreat. Welcome to a space where luxury meets tranquillity – your own haven by the sea.

ROOM AMENITIES

  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony / terrace
  • Bathrobes
  • Blackout curtains
  • Clothes rack
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Complimentary tea
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free bottled water
  • Free instant coffee
  • Free welcome drink
  • Hair dryer
  • Free Internet access – Wi-Fi
  • Laptop safe box
  • Linens
  • Mini bar
  • Mirror
  • Private bathroom
  • Refrigerator
  • Seating area
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Smoke detector
  • Sofa
  • Toiletries
  • Towels

RESORT FACILITIES

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator
  • Laundry service
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar
  • Restaurants
  • Sun Terrace

Sample itinerary

2D1N

Day 1 - Seafest Jetty / Sea Star Resort / Free & Easy

Make your way to Seafest Jetty in Semporna for your boat transfer to the Sea Star Resort.

Upon arrival, check in and enjoy a welcoming hi-tea. The rest of the afternoon is free at your leisure. You may snorkel at the unlimited house reef or simply relax and enjoy the resort’s surroundings.

Dinner will be served at 19:00 Hrs, after which you may return to your room for the night.

Meals : Hi-tea / Dinner Accommodation : Sea Star Resort

Day 2 - Free & Easy / Departure

Wake up to breakfast with a view, then enjoy free time for snorkelling at the house reef or relaxing at the resort.

After check-out, lunch will be served before your return boat transfer back to Semporna.

Meals : Breakfast / Lunch

3D2N

Day 1 - Tawau Airport / Sea Fest Jetty / Sea Star Resort / Free & Easy

Upon arrival at Tawau Airport, meet your driver for the transfer to Semporna. From Seafest Jetty, board your boat for the journey to Sea Star Resort.

Upon arrival, check in and enjoy a welcoming hi-tea. The rest of the afternoon is free at leisure. You may snorkel at the unlimited house reef or simply relax and enjoy the resort’s surroundings.

Dinner will be served at 19:00 Hrs, after which you may return to your room for the night.

Meals : Hi-tea / Dinner Accommodation : Sea Star Resort

Day 2 - Mabul Island / Kapalai Island

Wake up and enjoy breakfast before boarding the boat for a full-day excursion. Arrive at Kapalai Island for your first snorkelling session in crystal-clear waters surrounded by colourful corals. Freshen up and enjoy lunch on the island.

In the afternoon, continue to Mabul Island for a second snorkelling session. Explore the island’s vibrant marine life, visit the Bajau Laut village, and capture photos at the famous luxury water chalets that sit elegantly over the sea.

Late afternoon, return by boat to Semporna and transfer back to the Sea Star Resort, marking the end of your day’s adventure.

Note: Additional fee applies for entry into Mabul Water Bungalow and must be paid on the spot.

Meals : Breakfast / Lunch / Hi-tea / Dinner Accommodation : Sea Star Resort

Day 3 - Free & Easy / Departure

Wake up to breakfast with a view, then enjoy free time for snorkelling at the house reef or relaxing at the resort.

After check-out, lunch will be served before your return boat transfer back to Semporna and onward journey to Tawau Airport.

Meals : Breakfast / Lunch Accommodation : Sea Star Resort

4D3N

Day 1 - Tawau Airport / Sea Fest Jetty / Sea Star Resort / Free & Easy

Upon arrival at Tawau Airport, meet your driver for the transfer to Semporna. From Seafest Jetty, board your boat for the journey to Sea Star Resort.

Upon arrival, check in and enjoy a welcoming hi-tea. The rest of the afternoon is free at leisure. You may snorkel at the unlimited house reef or simply relax and enjoy the resort’s surroundings.

Dinner will be served at 19:00 Hrs, after which you may return to your room for the night.

Meals : Hi-tea / Dinner Accommodation : Sea Star Resort

Day 2 - Kapalai Island / Mabul Island

Wake up and enjoy breakfast before boarding the boat for a full-day excursion. Arrive at Kapalai Island for your first snorkelling session in crystal-clear waters surrounded by colourful corals. Freshen up and enjoy lunch on the island.

In the afternoon, continue to Mabul Island for a second snorkelling session. Explore the island’s vibrant marine life, visit the Bajau Laut village, and capture photos at the famous luxury water chalets that sit elegantly over the sea.

Late afternoon, return by boat to Semporna and transfer back to the Sea Star Resort, marking the end of your day’s adventure.

Note: Additional fee applies for entry into Mabul Water Bungalow and must be paid on the spot.

Meals : Breakfast / Lunch / Hi-tea / Dinner Accommodation : Sea Star Resort

Day 3 - Bohey Dulang Island / Mantabuan Island / Sibuan Island

Wake up and enjoy breakfast before boarding the boat for a full-day excursion. Enjoy the scenic ride across the Celebes Sea as you make your way to Bohey Dulang Island.

Arrive at Bohey Dulang and begin a one-hour hike to the summit for a breathtaking panoramic view of the volcanic lagoon and coral reefs surrounding Semporna. After descending, enjoy a well-earned lunch at the island jetty.

Continue to Mantabuan Island for your first snorkelling session. Afterwards, take a walk along the sandy shores, capture photos, or meet the Bajau Laut (Sea Gypsies) who call the island home.

Next, head to Sibuan Island, famed for its pristine waters and coral gardens. Enjoy another snorkelling adventure before relaxing on the island’s picturesque beach.

In the late afternoon, return to Semporna by boat and transfer back to your resort, bringing your island-hopping adventure to a close around 17:00 Hrs.

Note: Additional hiking fee applies at Bohey Dulang and must be paid on the spot.

Meals : Breakfast / Lunch / Hi-tea / Dinner Accommodation : Sea Star Resort

Day 4 - Free & Easy / Departure

Wake up to breakfast with a view, then enjoy free time for snorkelling at the house reef or relaxing at the resort.

After check-out, lunch will be served before your return boat transfer back to Semporna and onward journey to Tawau Airport.

Meals : Breakfast / Lunch

5D4N

Day 1 - Tawau Airport / Sea Fest Jetty / Sea Star Resort / Free & Easy

Upon arrival at Tawau Airport, meet your driver for the transfer to Semporna. From Seafest Jetty, board your boat for the journey to Sea Star Resort.

Upon arrival, check in and enjoy a welcoming hi-tea. The rest of the afternoon is free at leisure. You may snorkel at the unlimited house reef or simply relax and enjoy the resort’s surroundings.

Dinner will be served at 19:00 Hrs, after which you may return to your room for the night.

Meals : Hi-tea / Dinner Accommodation : Sea Star Resort

Day 2 - Kapalai Island / Mabul Island

Wake up and enjoy breakfast before boarding the boat for a full-day excursion. Arrive at Kapalai Island for your first snorkelling session in crystal-clear waters surrounded by colourful corals. Freshen up and enjoy lunch on the island.

In the afternoon, continue to Mabul Island for a second snorkelling session. Explore the island’s vibrant marine life, visit the Bajau Laut village, and capture photos at the famous luxury water chalets that sit elegantly over the sea.

Late afternoon, return by boat to Semporna and transfer back to the Sea Star Resort, marking the end of your day’s adventure.

Note: Additional fee applies for entry into Mabul Water Bungalow and must be paid on the spot.

Meals : Hi-tea / Dinner Accommodation : Sea Star Resort

Day 3 - Bohey Dulang Island / Mantabuan Island / Sibuan Island

Wake up and enjoy breakfast before boarding the boat for a full-day excursion. Enjoy the scenic ride across the Celebes Sea as you make your way to the island.

Arrive at Bohey Dulang and begin a one-hour hike to the summit for a breathtaking panoramic view of the volcanic lagoon and coral reefs surrounding Semporna. After descending, enjoy a well-earned lunch at the island jetty.

Continue to Mantabuan Island for your first snorkelling session. Afterwards, take a walk along the sandy shores, capture photos, or meet the Bajau Laut (Sea Gypsies) who call the island home.

Next, head to Sibuan Island, famed for its pristine waters and coral gardens. Enjoy another snorkelling adventure before relaxing on the island’s picturesque beach.

In the late afternoon, return to Semporna by boat and transfer back to your resort, bringing your island-hopping adventure to a close around 17:00 Hrs.

Note: Additional hiking fee applies at Bohey Dulang and must be paid on the spot.

Meals : Breakfast / Lunch / Hi-tea / Dinner Accommodation : Sea Star Resort

Day 4 - Mataking Island / Timba-Timba Island / Pom Pom Island

Wake up and enjoy breakfast before setting out to Mataking Island. Upon arrival, begin your first snorkelling session. Capture memorable photos of the island’s unique twin-island formation, connected by a sandbar during low tide.

Lunch will be served on the boat as you continue your island-hopping journey.

Afterwards, head to Timba-Timba Island for your second snorkelling session. This secluded island is known for its long, trailing sandbar and high water visibility.

On the return journey, stop at Pom Pom Island, a pristine coral-fringed island and an important nesting site for Green and Hawksbill turtles. Enjoy another snorkelling opportunity or simply relax on the shoreline.

In the late afternoon, return by boat to Semporna and transfer back to your resort, marking the end of your day’s adventure.

Meals : Breakfast / Lunch / Hi-tea / Dinner Accommodation : Sea Star Resort

Day 5 - Free & Easy / Departure

Wake up to breakfast with a view, then enjoy free time for snorkelling at the house reef or relaxing at the resort.

After check-out, lunch will be served before your return boat transfer back to Semporna and onward journey to Tawau Airport.

Meals : Breakfast / Lunch

Includes Full Board Meal - Buffet Style (1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Hi-Tea & 1 Dinner) For Each Night Stay, Return Transfer From Tawau Airport Or Semporna Town Hotel To Jetty (Except for 2D1N Stay Package), Scheduled Boat Return Transfer To Sea Star Resort Semporna, Snorkeling Equipment (Life Jacket, Mask, Snorkel & Fins), Transparent Kayak (Crystal Boat), Inflated Unicorn For In-House Guests, Island Hopping & Snorkelling Activity, And English-Speaking Support Team
Excludes Airfares, Personal Expenses, Travel Insurance, Tourism Tax (Applicable to Foreigner Passport Holder and Payable Upon Check-in at MYR10/Room/Night), And Other Not Mentioned Items or Expenses

Embark on a 45-minute domestic flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau. Upon arrival at the Tawau Airport, our dedicated team will greet you and facilitate your transfer to Semporna Seafest Jetty via a scheduled land transfer vehicle (approximately a 1-hour drive). From there, you'll embark on the final leg of your journey to Sea Star Resort Semporna via a scheduled speedboat (approximately a 5-minute boat ride). 

Scheduled Boat Transfer

Sea Star Resort to Seafest Jetty Seafest Jetty to Sea Star Resort
08:00 Hrs 12:30 Hrs
09:00 Hrs 13:30 Hrs
10:00 Hrs 14:30 Hrs
11:00 Hrs 15:30 Hrs
12:00 Hrs 16:30 Hrs
13:00 Hrs 17:30 Hrs
14:00 Hrs 18:30 Hrs
  • The check-in time is 15:00 Hrs and check-out time is 12:00 Hrs.  
  • This tour package includes a full board meal (1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Hi-Tea, 1 Dinner) for each night of stay. The dining times are as follows: 
    • Breakfast: 07:00 Hrs - 10:00 Hrs 
    • Lunch: 12:00 Hrs - 14:00 Hrs 
    • Hi-Tea: 16:00 Hrs - 17:00 Hrs 
    • Dinner: 19:00 Hrs - 21:00 Hrs 
  • Vegetarian meals can be accommodated with advance notice. 
  • All meals will be served buffet style, and room service is available. 
  • The room rate is complimentary for infants aged 1 to 3 years old. 
  • Additional boat transfers requested are chargeable at return trip RM 100 nett per boat. 
  • All transfer timings are approximate and provided for reference purposes only. Actual timings will be communicated to you prior to your departure for your convenience and accuracy. 
  • Effective as of 1st September 2017, the Tourism and Culture Ministry of Malaysia will be implementing a Malaysian Tourism Tax (TTx). Foreign tourists will be required to pay a flat rate of RM10/room/night regardless of accommodation star level. The TTx is to be paid upon check-in. Malaysians or permanent residents residing in Malaysia are exempted from TTx and is required to present a valid identification upon check-in for the exemption.