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Family-Friendly Attractions
Top 10 Family-Friendly Attractions in Tawau Division [2025]
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Kapalai
4.7
/5
497 reviews
7.6
88.1 km from downtown
Address: Malaysia
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
No.1 of Best Things to Do in Tawau Division
Saved by 1664 users229 positive reviews
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The sea in Capalle Island is crystal clear and the beach is quiet, suitable for relaxation. The water villa on the island is very distinctive and can dive directly into the sea to swim. The coral and marine life here are rich, it is a good place for diving lovers, and the environment is relatively quiet.
After a rainstorm in Semporna, we took a speedboat to Capalle Island. From a distance, the water houses that rose from the vast sea looked like sea palaces. The room is large, the bay window faces the sea, the balcony looks up and down, the dense small fish, occasionally swims over turtles, devil fish, etc. Capalle is located in a coral group, is a famous diving resort. Snorkeling has a special area division, there are not many corals, the water is deep, and there are many fish. There are ropes and stairs around, which is relatively safe. The long plank road is connected to more than 50 high-rise water houses built in the sea. You can always find different fish swimming by standing and watching. The scenery is beautiful when you take a shot. The sun is shining in the afternoon, and the sunset in the evening dyes the red sky. The restaurant is large and the variety is acceptable. It's not bad for a different feeling.
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Mabul Island
4.8
/5
517 reviews
6.4
81.7 km from downtown
Phone +60-88-248698
Address: Sabah, Malaysia
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
No.2 of Best Things to Do in Tawau Division
Saved by 396 users168 positive reviews
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I have been to Mabul 3 times. Never get tired of the cheap seafood there. Return flight costs RM 200. It's worth it if you go to Semporna
The island is a small oval shaped island fringed by sandy beaches and perched on the northwest corner of a larger 200-hectare reef.
The reef is on the edge of the continental shelf and the seabed surrounding the reef slopes out to 25–30m deep. In addition, Mabul is also a local island-village. Accommodation ranges from backpacker styled lodges to water bungalows.
The location was great although Mabul Island is tiny and full of resorts that are built out into the water, including Mabul backpackers.
The owner has put in a clam garden and reef in front of the property which is good for snorkelling and the water is clear. and clean around the property. The diving team were great.
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Tun Sakaran Marine Park, Semporna, Sabah.
4.8
/5
102 reviews
5.1
Based on 53 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +60 88-523 500
Address: Semporna, Sabah, Malaysia
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
No.6 of Best Things to Do in Tawau Division
Saved by 122 users43% positive reviews
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Tun Sakaran Marine Park, also known as Semporna Islands Park, is located in the offshore waters east of Sabah. It is a marine park consisting of 8 small islands and is the largest marine park in Sabah. Although it is not as famous as other marine parks in Malaysia, the rich underwater biological system here should not be underestimated. The park has the largest coral reef in Malaysia. As long as you bury your head in the water, you can see countless mysterious and beautiful underwater creatures.
Located off the coast of Semporna in North Borneo, it requires a 40-minute speedboat ride from the town pier to reach the island. From the top of Bohey Dulang Mountain on the main island, guests can enjoy an unparalleled sea view.
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Sipadan Mangrove Resort
4.7
/5
32 reviews
4.8
48.6 km from downtown
Phone +60 89-736 331
Address: Sg Burong, Kalumpang, 91019 Tawau, Sabah, Malaysia
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
No.8 of Best Things to Do in Tawau Division
48% positive reviews
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Southeast Asia has a large number of tropical rainforests and mangroves that protect water and soil. There is no shortage of such mangroves in West Malaysia and East Malaysia. The Semporna mangroves have beautiful scenery and fresh air. It is very suitable for a one-day family trip for all ages.
The service is really good and welcoming. We can no longer see this kind of starry sky in the city at night. The food is OK, but it's just filling. There are a lot of fireflies. The sunset on the lake is so beautiful.
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Pulau Mantabuan
4.8
/5
44 reviews
4.1
>100 km from downtown
Address: Malaysia
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-2.5 hours
No.11 of Best Things to Do in Tawau Division
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Mandabuan Island in Semporna is a primitive island that has not been commercially developed, but it has very thick and soft sandy beaches and excellent natural landscapes. You can take a yacht here to enjoy the beauty of this primitive island.
While enjoying the sun and the beach, we visited a small fishing village. Most of the people there were stateless and very poor and backward. We were very happy to hand out a few candies. The only primary school in the village had only three or four teachers from grade one to grade six.
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