On the Beach under the warmth of a tropical sun

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The tranquil beach
Holidaymakers who love island destinations usually want to enjoy what the resort has to offer. They want comfortable accommodations, with good air conditioning so they can cool off after a walk under the sun.
Banana Boat

They want to enjoy swimming in the blue sea and then take a walk on the beach, breathe in the fresh invigorating air from the ocean and then get out from the sun, take a good shower and languish in a comfortable cool room.

Off Kota Kinabalu Sabah’s shoreline, there are many islands that fit these criteria. One of them is Sepanggar Island where Mari Mari Sepanggar Island Resort is. At the island, one can enjoy the breeze, the relaxed atmosphere and sea, sand and sun.
Night Snokerling
They can go to the sea, to watch marine life by snorkeling or diving. Sit on the sand to enjoy the tranquility of the sea before one and the blue sky above. Bask in the sun and get that suntan or walk on the sandy beach well protected from the sun with a floppy hat or sunblock.

Just  15 minutes boat ride away from Kota Kinabalu. The boat ride is part of the experience, as guests can enjoy the smell of the ocean as the contraption sails over the water.

Reaching the island and the Mari Mari Sepanggar Island Resort is truly an experience, as guests will actually feel the lazy ‘holiday’ feeling embrace them.
Sumptuous dinner

This island resort comprises of several rooms and 11 chalets on the hillside. The rooms are simply furnished but quite comfortable. Two of the front rooms have a good ocean view and one can see the city from afar. At night the lights are so beautiful in the horizon.

Sitting on the balcony of the room in the evening is such a relaxed experience especially when the sea breeze blows gently.  

As for the chalets, they are sited up the hill, with plank steps meandering from one to the other in a rustic way. Guests who opt to stay in the chalets will have a tremendously enjoyable experience as they can enjoy the sight of the ocean before them, while being serenaded by the forest populace. This is especially true in the evenings and nights.
Sunset walk
However, there are night activities for those who don’t want to turn in too early. There is night snorkeling where guests can hope to sight pretty fish or they can dive for a deeper experience.
Of course they can do this during the day too. And to boot that they can participate in sea walking, kayaking and ride a banana boat. There are many activities there that can be of tremendous interest.

Guests are advised to speak to the person in-charge of the activities. Wesley Yongoi the lodge manager shares that guests can opt to stay the night or as long as they want or come for a day trip. For those who stay overnight, they can arrange their meals with him.  Lunch is usually buffet, but dinner is ala carte, unless there is a big group.

As for the food served, it is usually fusion food, but mostly Malaysian food. The Tom Yam soup is delicious and the fried noodles are sumptuous. There are other absolutely delicious foods on the menu, so staying there for several days will be absolutely alright where food is concerned.

This island is absolutely a must-go, so holiday-makers who wish to visit the place for weekend or two can book through their Sales and Marketing Manager Charles Kok 016 443 6367. –av/MSN



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