Pulau Sapi

Pulau Sapi or Sapi Island has one of the nicest beaches and is the second smallest island in the Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park. Though it’s about one third the size of more popular and developed Manukan Island nearby, people like its less commercialized setting and every facility is just a short walk away. It’s only approximately 15 minutes boat transfer from Jesselton Point jetty (town) or 10 minutes from Sutera Harbour to the island.

Enjoy its clean white sand and crystal clear water and coral reefs fringing the shoreline makes it ideal for swimming, snorkelling and diving. Day-use facilities include a jetty, picnic shelters, barbecue pits, tables, changing rooms and toilets. Snorkelling gears and fins available for rent at RM 5 to RM 10 per pair, with a refundable RM 40 deposit, limited lockers also available for rent to store valuables.

Sapi Island is said the best island for snorkelling and there’s no sharp rock as seen in Mamutik Island. However, visitors commented the island is often crowded due to it’s small beach size. There are crab-eating monkeys on the island and other smaller birds that may frequently be seen. The magnificent white-bellied sea eagle which is among the finest of its species in the world has its nest on Sapi Island and may often be found soaring through the skies.

Apart from Snorkeling in Sapi Island, the other activities which includes Sea Walking, para-sailing and scuba diving.