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Starz Water Village Dive Center Semporna, Sabah, Malaysia PADI Dive Resort | Gateway to Sipadan, Mabul, Kapalai & the Celebes Sea.

Company Overview Starz Water Village Dive Center is a PADI-certified Dive Resort strategically located in Semporna, Sabah—Malaysia’s world-renowned diving hub. We provide comprehensive scuba diving education, guided excursions, and overwater accommodation tailored to both domestic and international guests.

Our commitment to safety, sustainability, and personalized service makes us a preferred choice for those exploring the biodiverse waters of the Coral Triangle.

PADI Courses & Dive Experiences We offer a full range of PADI-sanctioned recreational dive programs: 

- Discover Scuba Diving (DSD)

- Open Water Diver Course – RM1300

- Advanced Open Water Diver Course – RM1200

- Resort Fun Dives – RM250

- Island Boat Dive Packages – RM380

- Fun Dive at Sipadan – RM1300 (includes permit & guide)

All training is conducted by licensed PADI professionals, with small student-to-instructor ratios to ensure safety, clarity, and individual attention.

Island Hopping & Marine Excursions Explore Sabah’s most iconic islands through our curated Island Hopping Packages: -

Package A: Bohey Dulang (Hiking), Mantabuan, Sibuan

Package B: Mabul, Kapalai

Package C: Timba-Timba, Mataking, Pom-Pom

All trips include return boat transfers, island permits, and experienced local guides. Activities such as snorkeling, glass boat, banana boat rides, and kayaking are available on-site.

Resort Accommodation Our overwater resort features a variety of room types (King, Queen, Twin, Family, Standard) equipped with: 

- Private balcony with sea view

- Air conditioning

- En-suite bathrooms with hot shower

- Towels, toiletries, mirror - 22 hours of electricity daily

Package Example (2D1N)

- Local Guest: RM455/pax

- International Guest: RM650/pax

- Children 3–12 years: 50% discount | Below 3 years: Free

Room packages include: 

- Return boat transfer (Tourist Jetty ↔ Resort)

- Buffet meals (breakfast, lunch, tea time, dinner)

- Unlimited coffee/tea & access to recreational facilities (snorkeling/swimming)

- Facilities & Safety Standards

- Dive center equipped with gear servicing station and rental equipment

- Boat fleet with life jackets, oxygen kits, and first aid kits

- Adheres to PADI Emergency Action Plan (EAP) guidelines

- Scheduled boat transfers:

• Inbound: 2:00 PM • Outbound: 10:00 AM


Environmental Commitment As part of our environmental responsibility, Starz Water Village regularly conducts:

- Reef clean-up initiatives

- Community marine education talks

- Partnerships with PADI AWARE Foundation to promote marine protection

Booking Policy - 50% deposit within 3 days of reservation confirmation - Balance due 3 days before check-in - Changes allowed minimum 7 days before check-in (subject to availability) - Cancellations 30 days before: 20% refund only - No refunds for no-show or last-minute cancellations - All payments via online transfer (no cash transactions at resort)

Check-in: 2:00 PM | Check-out: 10:00 AM

WhatsApp us: 

Roma Roger : +6017-8234443

Rose : +6013-233 1145

YuYu : +6011-2611 9528

YoYo : +6019-861 9332

Email us: [email protected]

Why Choose Us?

- Certified PADI Dive Resort with professional instructors

- Access to Sipadan and multiple world-class dive sites

- Comfortable overwater accommodation

- Transparent pricing & clear booking policies

- Strong focus on safety and sustainability

- Customisable packages for groups, honeymooners & families


Starz Water Village Dive Center is more than just a dive operator — we are a destination for discovery, relaxation, and connection to the sea.

Your underwater journey begins here.

Activities offered

PADI Scuba Diving, PADI Snorkelling, Conservation, PADI First Aid - EFR, PADI Public Safety Diver, Adaptive Diving, PADI Purpose Built Facility

Conservation awards

Green Fins

Languages

English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Filipino, Malay, Sign Language, Chinese, Tagalog

Hours
Mon:
08:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tue:
08:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wed:
08:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thu:
08:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Fri:
08:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sat:
08:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sun:
08:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Dive Sites

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Services

Air Fills, Nitrox, Scuba equipment rental

Adaptive services

Accessible trips and activities, Accessible boat diving, Sign Language, Adaptive equipment, Personalized dive training, Staff trained in adaptive support

Facilities

Air Conditioning, Wi-Fi (FREE), Retail Shop, Dive boat, Food & Drinks, Other

Staff

2 PADI Instructors

EQUIPMENT RENTAL

Compass, BCD, Wetsuit – shorty, Full-foot fins, Wetsuit – 3mm, Regulator, Aluminum Cylinders

EQUIPMENT SERVICE & REPAIR

Cylinders, Regulators, BCDs, Dive Computers

Payment methods

Bank Transfer, AliPay, Bank / Debit Card, VISA, Mastercard, Other, Cash (local currency)

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