Day Trip and Overnight Package
Formed on September 21st 1897 when an earthquake on the Philippine island of Mindanao triggered a volcanic eruption just north of Borneo.
The eruption of mud and rock formed a new island 20 meters wide.
Over the next four decades subsequent eruptions developed two more islands which have now joined together and three islands have become one.
Herewith the island was named Pulau Tiga which is Malay for Island of Three !
The last eruption of the volcano was in 1941 but to this day warm mud continues to ooze from geometric vents on the island.
These mud baths are safe to bath in and can be accessed via a 1.2km trail through the tropical rainforest.
Although not proved by science the volcanic mud is claimed to improve the complexion, relieve joint and muscle pain and remove toxins.
After washing off in the ocean your skin feels considerably softer !
If nothing else they are great fun and very relaxing !!
Relics from the Survivor Island Series"
Pulau Tiga was made famous by CBS as the location for their Survivor Island reality based TV show.
Contestants were marooned on the island while cameras followed their every move.
Over a 39 day period they were faced with physical and mental challenges in an attempt not to be voted off the show.
Snake Island"
The last one standing was the Survivor of the Island and won $1 million.
The pristine natural environment of Pulau Tiga Park is protected by the Malaysian government.
Harming native vegetation and animals is illegal and carries a punishment of up to three years in prison plus a hefty fine.
As a result Scuba Dive Sites around Pulau Tiga are in excellent condition.
With myriads of hard and soft corals, whip corals, barrel sponges, schools of Tropical Fish, Sea Turtles, Rays, Cuttlefish, Nudibranchs, Lionfish, Scorpionfish and the list goes on and on ...
Pulau Tiga is also home to some fascinating land based wildlife, proboscis and macaque monkeys, flying foxes, bats, monitor lizards and a plethora of birds - including megapodes, hornbills and sea eagles.
The islands fine white sandy beach provides an idilic place to relax, swim and enjoy the peace and serenity of this uncrowed tropical paradise.
Those who are a little more energetic can trek through the 7 miles of trails now carved through the rain-forest.
Close by Pulau Tiga is Snake Island - named for the many Sea Snakes that inhabit and lay their eggs on the tiny rocky uninhabited island.
This fabulous little island is located 15 minutes speedboat ride from our island base on Tiga. Its great for snorkelling and a must see for travelers to the area.
Our Fast and Spacious 37ft Speedboat makes a Tiga Trip a perfect Day Trip
from Kota Kinabalu
Detached Beach Chalet Accommodation
Overnight packages include all meals buffet style in very comfortable and relaxed Survivor Island Lodge.
We offer regular day trips and overnight stays to this fascinating location for divers and non divers alike.
Aboard our 37ft spacious speed boat a day trip includes the following:
Return sea transfers from Kota Kinabalu (approx. 1 hour each way, sea conditions permitting).
Unlimited Snacks and Refreshments.
BBQ or Buffet Lunch.
Park Entry Fees, Jetty Fees.
Guided Snorkelling and/ or Scuba Diving 2 x Boat dives (depending on package).
Guided Trip to Mud Volcano and Snake Island.
Tiny Snake Island is dwarfed by the majestic
Mount Kinabalu in the Background
For a detailed itinerary and package price please contact us for more information. Or visit our Dive Shop in Kota Kinabalu.
Advanced Bookings are Required
Telephone Hotline: +6 012 866 1935
Dive Shop Telephone: +6 088 23 23 75
To view images from recent trips to Pulau Tiga please visit our Dive Trips section of the website.
Scuba Diving & Dive Sites Around Pulau Tiga
For macro lovers and underwater photographers it excels.
The diving is relaxed, yet rewarding.
Healthy sloping coral reefs and coral patches surround the island from shallow 3m down to 30m dive sites offshore.
Visibility averages around 15m with 30m plus on some of the offshore reefs.
Myriads of hard and soft corals, whip corals, barrel sponges, schools of Tropical Fish, Snappers, Barracudas, Sea Turtles, Rays, Cuttlefish, Nudibranchs, Lionfish, Scorpionfish, Clownfish and the list goes on and on ...
Throughout the dive sites many species of colorful clown fish can be found carpeting the volcanic rock that surrounds this newly formed island.
Large Marble Rays are seen resting on the sandy ocean bottom next to sloping reefs.
Moray Eels and Sea Snakes look menacing but infact undisturbed are quite unimpressed by our presence.
Upon request for guests new to the sport of Scuba Diving we can conduct Discover Scuba Diving throughout the morning of our trip to Pulau Tiga.
The PADI Discover Scuba Diving program introduces people to scuba diving in a highly supervised and relaxed manner.
It dispels common misconceptions about scuba by letting individuals try it for themselves.
Under the guidance of a PADI professional, new divers learn basic safety concepts, put on equipment and swim around underwater in a closely supervised environment.
After trying scuba, many new divers may decide to repeat the experience. If not immediately, then on other occasions or in different areas. Others will choose to pursue certification by enrolling in a PADI Scuba Diver or Open Water Diver course.
Upon Request we rent underwater cameras with housings.
Cannon A640 with Cannon U/W housing a 10 megapixel camera with fully controllable functions. Included within the cost is image download to CDROM.
Cost - 1st Day MYR 150.00
Everyday thereafter MYR 130.00
For booking information please contact us
Also available are underwater photo clinics and courses.
All photography on this website is taken by Richard and Joanne of Downbelow unless otherwise stated.
All images are available for sale.
One of the Offshore Dive Sites, the three humps of P. Tiga can be seen in the background