Sipadan Dive Adventure 2028
Join Trip Leader Mark Hatter for an unforgettable 7-night expedition to the Seaventures Dive Rig and enjoy world-class diving in Sipadan Marine Park.
Save $150 when you book this trip alongside our Borneo Safari 2028!
Wall Diving
Tropical Fish
Stunning Reefs & Corals
Why Join This Trip
5 days of Sipadan Marine Park access
Dive Sipadan Marine Park, one of the top 10 dive destinations in the world
Unique accommodations aboard a converted dive rig
Unlimited house reef diving with buddy system (time and weather permitting)
Diver to Guide ratio is 6:1
25% off rental photo gear from Bluewater Photo
Fully refundable deposit until 12 months from departure
Trip overview
Join Bluewater Travel for an extraordinary dive adventure to Seaventures Dive Rig from April 16–23, 2028, led by Trip Leader Tim Yeo. This 7-night expedition offers unparalleled access to Sipadan Marine Park, one of the world’s most iconic dive destinations. We have secured five days of permits for diving within Sipadan Marine Park (2-tanks within the park and 1-tank at a nearby site), and unlimited house reef diving.
Stay on a repurposed oil platform turned floating dive resort, complete with full-board meals, airport transfers, and stunning views of the Celebes Sea. This is your chance to explore dramatic walls, encounter turtles, reef sharks, swirling barracuda, and schooling jacks—all from one of the most unique accommodations in the dive world.
Diving Conditions
Diving conditions in Sipadan in April are generally excellent, with clear water, steady currents and excellent visibility. April weather is typically warm and settled, with light winds and occasional brief showers.
- Water Temperature: 79 - 86F (26 - 30C)
- Visibility: 60-100ft (15-30m)
- Depth Range: 16-131ft (5-40m)
- Diving Difficulty: Suitable for all levels, although strong currents appear at certain sites
Trip Inclusions
7 nights' accommodation in a Standard Room on the Seaventures Dive Rig Resort, double occupancy
5 days of permits for diving in Sipidan Marine Park
Full Board Meals
Water, coffee/tea served all day
5 days of permits for diving in Sipidan Marine Park
3 boat dives per day
5 days of permits for diving in Sipidan Marine Park
Unlimited house reef diving with buddy system (time and weather permitting)
Tanks, weight belt, and weights
Government tax
Round-trip land/boat transfers between Tawau Airport - Semporna Jetty - Seaventures Dive Rig
WiFi
Trip Exclusions
Upgrade to single occupancy or Deluxe Room
Nitrox ($185, subject to change)
Sipadan diver and park fees ($530 per diver)
Equipment rental
Alcoholic and carbonated drinks
Crew/staff gratuities
Trip Insurance - ask us about our preferred partner plan
* onboard fees and charges are subject to change
Accommodation
About The Seaventures Dive Rig Resort
Seaventures Dive Rig is one of the most unique dive platforms in the world, offering a singular experience where divers can simply wake up, gear up, and jump directly off the rig into the vibrant house reef below.
Seaventures Dive Rig offers two comfortable accommodation options: Standard Rooms, ideal for friends or solo travelers sharing, feature twin beds, air conditioning, en suite bathrooms with hot water, free WiFi, and sea views; while Deluxe Rooms provide a more spacious and romantic setting with double beds, private bathrooms, and serene ocean views—perfect for couples seeking added comfort after a full day of diving.
Check out this quick preview of the Dive Rig!
Connectivity
There is WiFi connectivity at Seaventures which will support emails and messaging, however, it will not support video conferencing or uploading any large media files.
Trip Price
Trip starts from $2,995 per person.
Standard Room, Seaventures Dive Rig
Air Conditioning (AC)
En Suite Bathroom
Hot Water Shower
Wifi
Double-occupancy
$2,995
per person
Single-occupancy
$3,885
Deluxe Room, Seaventures Dive Rig
Air Conditioning (AC)
En Suite Bathroom
Hot Water Shower
Wifi
Double-occupancy
$3,675
per person
Single-occupancy
$4,775
Payment Schedule
- Deposit: $750 to book your spot
- Payment 2: $1,000 due 1 April 2027
- Balance: due 1 November 2027
Extend your trip
Sipadan Trip Extension
Want to extend your trip? We can help with that! Join the ultimate jungle safari in Borneo immediately following this trip.
Trip Leader
Mark Hatter
Mark Hatter is an international award-winning photojournalist who has had over one hundred feature articles with many hundreds of images published in more than three dozen diving publications and fly fishing publications over the last three decades. His most recent destination features have appeared in Ocean Geographic and Asian Diver (UK) magazines.
Mark has traveled the world in pursuit of new underwater photography challenges, including cold-water destinations such as British Columbia and even Antarctica.
“Of course, I love shooting in tropical locations but I think cold water diving is a great forcing function to hone one’s photography skills as the environment and equipment are much more demanding of a diver. Good image capture in cold water is particularly rewarding.” Mark tells us.
Mark has been shooting underwater since the early 1980s and has worked in both film and digital mediums in his photojournalism pursuits. In 35 years of diving, Mark has logged over 2,500 hours, much of it doing underwater photography. Currently, he teaches underwater photography classes locally at Seminole Scuba in Lake Mary, Florida and works for Aggressor Adventures as a commercial photographer and writer.
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