🌴 Mantanani Islands: Kota Kinabalu’s Secluded Island Paradise!

#kotakinabalutrip Escape the crowds and discover this breathtaking **hidden gem** 90 minutes from KK - where turquoise waters meet pristine white sand beaches! **📍 Essential Info:** - **Distance:** ~90min boat ride from Kota Belud jetty - **Best Time to Visit:** March-October (calm seas) - **Entry Fee:** RM30 conservation fee **🤿 Why It’s Special:** ✨ **Pristine beaches** with celebrity-worthy swing photos 🐢 **Sea turtle sanctuary** (spot them while snorkeling!) 🚤 **Exciting water sports:** Kayaking, banana boat, jet ski 📸 **Instagram-famous** shipwreck diving spot **Top 3 Must-Do Activities:** 1. **Snorkel with dugongs** at the house reef (seasonal) 2. **Visit the Bajau Laut** stilt village (sea gypsies) 3. **Sunset beach walk** along the 2km shoreline **💡 Pro Tips:** - Book with **reputable tour operators** (boats can be crowded) - Bring **underwater camera** - amazing marine life! - Stay overnight for **bioluminescent plankton** sightings **Conservation Note:** Help protect this fragile ecosystem by: - Using **reef-safe sunscreen** - Not touching marine life - Taking all trash back **Perfect For:** Adventurers, couples, and anyone seeking unspoiled island beauty! #mantananiislands #borneoparadise **⚠️ Important:** - Not recommended for elderly/very young kids (rough boat ride) - Basic facilities only - pack essentials