Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia
trip
Seaventures is a unique converted oil rig platform off Mabul Island, offering direct access to some of Borneo's best macro diving. Guests enjoy unlimited house reef diving and daily trips to Sipadan with guaranteed permits.
| Cabin Type | Count | Ensuite Bathroom | Deck |
|---|---|---|---|
| standard-twin | 16 | Yes | main |
| deluxe-double | 6 | Yes | upper |
| suite | 2 | Yes | upper |
We stayed 8D/7N in May and the experience was amazing. The whole staff will be there to welcome you at your check-in, and to say goodbye at your check-out. The rooms are super comfy and clean. The food is very good, but the 4PM snacks really are on point (the donuts!). Everything is super organized and convenient on the rig. The dives are world class. Even though Sipadan, with it's Jacks storms, Barracudas tornados and Bumpheads parrotfish schools, is the star of the show, you can be lucky (like we were) and see some unexpected visitors like Leopard sharks (and other sharks) out in the blue at South point, or sea snakes, mobulas and eagle rays at Sia Mil. Not to mention the incredible amount of hawksbill and green turtles everywhere. The house reef is very convenient, you can find all kinds of criters right under the rig and you will be able to stack 4-5 dives per days if you want to. But where the region really shines through its macro. Insane diversity of nudis, mantis shrimps, sulcate mantis, bobtail squids, coconut octopus, pipefish of all kinds, flamboyant cuddlefish, frog fish, leaf scorpion fish, and much more. A special thanks to our guides: Cham, Han and Khai, you guys were incredibly kind, patient, knowledgeable, and showed us some incredibly rare criters like shaun the sheep nudis, ghost nudis and mandarin fish. And unforgettable experience because of you guys. Also a special thanks to Ramesh, for being so kind and thoughtful during our whole stay!
June 3, 2026I recently completed a 5-day, 6-night diving trip with Seaventures, and it was an incredible experience. Diving at Sipadan absolutely lived up to its reputation as one of the best spots in the world—the marine life was exciting and the colors were truly brilliant. The staff were professional and attentive throughout the entire stay. I was also impressed with the rig itself; it is very well-maintained and offers a unique atmosphere for a dive holiday. To top it off, the food was delicious. It felt like eating at a high-quality restaurant every day. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a top-tier diving adventure!
February 2, 2026We booked a 5D4N package in May (Best season for visibility). No exaggeration, the service is VERY professional. We had very good divemasters with us (Helmi and Mael), everyone was very nice and accommodating. We were able to easily get a second day in Sipadan at the time, we were doing 3 dives a day. It was exhausting but there was great buffet food at the rig. Rooms have been renovated since we came 2 years ago and are really comfortable. Ramesh the manager was very accommodating and helped us out to get to Tawau as well when our RedBus transport to KK was cancelled. Sipadan was spectacular, but even around Mabul and Kapalua there’s so much to see underwater. Would highly recommend Seaventures, especially if you want to do your nitrox course like we did.
May 12, 2026Absolutely amazing experience! The service is excellent — highly recommended! My instructor Joel was incredibly nice, patient and caring, he gave us so much support and made us feel safe and confident. Sipadan is breathtaking with tons of fish, colourful corals, bumphead parrotfish, barracudas, jackfish and even baby grey reef sharks! The house reef is fantastic and super convenient. Will definitely come back!
December 11, 2025Our stay at Seaventures was absolutely amazing. The rig is so unique, it feels like being on a liveaboard. We loved the diving, the great food, and the excellent service. The staff are incredibly friendly and always helpful. The diving itself was amazing, with stunning marine life and well-organized dive trips. I can highly recommend Seaventures to anyone looking for a unique diving experience!
December 9, 2025