Mataking Island is one of the tourism destinations located just off-Semporna, Sabah. The resort consisted of a total of 37 rooms consisting of Villa, Chalet, Premier Deluxe and Deluxe. The Deluxe / Premier Deluxe rooms are individual rooms linked/joined together in a traditional long house type, while Chalet rooms are single bungalows raised on its own stilts providing more privacy with high pointed ceilings. The luxurious Villas, on the other hand, is the latest addition of individual beach houses overlooking the magical sea.
With its sparkling white sand, mesmerizing blue waters and top-class resort, Mataking Island is the ideal getaway for both the avid diver and non-diver. Divers can gear up and explore the Eel Garden, Coral Garden, Nudibranch Garden, Turtle Playground, Lobsters Lair and Hump Head Point. On the other hand, non-diving activities include a luxurious pampering experience at Jamu Spa, batik painting, kayaking, canoeing and jungle-trekking to name a few.
A must-do during your time in Mataking is to take a leisurely walk to Pulau Mataking Kecil (literally meaning Small Mataking island), which is a 20-minute walk from the main island. The best time to take this walk is in the morning when the tides are low, allowing you to walk on a sandy stretch that leads directly to the smaller island. With the sea surrounding you on both sides, you will feel almost as if you are walking on water!
