Why Two Dive Destinations Are Better Than One becomes obvious the moment you realize Borneo isn’t just a small dot on the map—it’s the third-largest island in the world, shared by Malaysia, Indonesia, and Brunei. If Sipadan is what caught your attention in the first place, you’re not alone. For many divers, it’s the very reason Borneo enters the bucket list.
But when you zoom out and see that Borneo holds some of the richest marine ecosystems in Southeast Asia, a new idea forms naturally:
If you’ve already come this far… why not see as much as you can?
That’s where the Scuba Junkie Combo Package comes in—not just as a discount, but as a doorway to exploring multiple destinations, two countries, and completely different underwater worlds in a single trip.
Scuba Junkie didn’t choose its locations by accident. Each site—Sipadan, Sangalaki, Komodo Resort, Nusa Penida, Kota Kinabalu—was selected for one reason: marine life that consistently delivers.
This is where the ocean feels alive in every direction. Divers come for:
Sipadan is fast-paced, wild, and unforgettable.
Across the maritime border in Indonesia, Sangalaki offers a calmer, sandy-bottom paradise filled with wildlife encounters you talk about for years. Here, you’ll find:
Sipadan gives you adrenaline.
Sangalaki gives you awe.
Together?
They create the ultimate Borneo diving journey.
Most divers begin planning with a single destination in mind“ Sipadan, I’m coming for you.” But the deeper they explore, the more they realize how much Borneo holds. That’s when they stumble on the Combo Package and discover that Scuba Junkie offers up to 20% off dives when combining locations.
It works like this:
Each location requires 4 dive days minimum, and deposits for all chosen destinations are paid at the same time. Trips can be spread across 12 months, giving you complete flexibility.
Transfers between locations aren’t included, but we help arrange them through local community boats, supporting the families who’ve lived on these waters for generations.
And yes!
If you love one destination so much that you return twice?
You still get the combo discount.
Sipadan requires an Advanced Open Water certification, so many divers begin their journey in Kota Kinabalu—a relaxed, warm-water environment perfect for training.
From there, they move on to Sipadan ready, confident, and excited.
And with the combo discount, KK + Sipadan becomes a smart, affordable progression.
If you’re already in Borneo, you shouldn’t miss the land wildlife. That’s where River Junkie, Scuba Junkie’s sister company, comes in.
Based in Kota Kinabalu, River Junkie arranges Borneo’s best land tours—
and in 2024, they opened Hornbill Lodge on the Kinabatangan River, one of Asia’s richest wildlife corridors.
Think orangutans, hornbills, proboscis monkeys, crocodiles, and pygmy elephants—
all in the same day.
It carries the same Scuba Junkie spirit: ethical, passionate, unforgettable.
(No combo discount here, but worth every moment.)
If your travels start in Indonesia, many divers pair:
Some divers take it even further—
visiting every Scuba Junkie location within a single year.
Malaysia + Indonesia.
Walls + mangroves.
Turtles + tornadoes.
Macro + pelagics.
And yes—
the more destinations you combine,
the bigger your dive discount becomes.
No matter which route you choose, we help you plan everything before you even step on the plane. Every location is different, but the spirit is the same.
We’re thinking of writing a full blog on “Everything You Can See in Borneo (Underwater and On Land)”—
Should we publish it next?
Tell us in the comments!
We have some amazing news that we would like to share with you!! In April 2024 the Scuba Junkie Team will launch KLM Eliya – our first purpose built scuba diving liveaboard! KLM Eliya will depart on her Maiden Voyage in April in the world famous Komodo National Park.
KLM Eliya is a 30 metre phinisi style ship that will be based in Komodo National Park. The diving in this area has something for everyone from our resident manta population to the smallest pygmy seahorse! Komodo sits in one of the most bio-diverse locations on the planet with a huge variety of coral reefs and marine life. Diving Komodo will take your breath away and being about to do it on Komodo’s newest liveaboard will make your holiday one to remember!
The Maiden Voyage of KLM Eliya is already sold-out, but do not worry we still have some extra special offers for you. Why not be one of our first guests to experience our newest venture in Komodo?
For all trips departing in May 2024 we are offering 30% off the listed prices. Trips onboard KLM Eliya are 6 day / 5 nights with 20 dives included as standard. Heading all the way to Komodo really does need a trip to see the famous Komodo Dragons so this is also included as part of your trip.
Read a little more about our schedule and itinerary here.
Why not think about combining our incredible Komodo liveaboard and a trip to Sipadan – one of the most famous diving destinations in the world! If you would like to combine your scuba diving holiday check out our special Combo Deals. Scuba Junkie locations are hand picked to offer you some of the best diving in South East Asia so why not get a few of these ticked off your bucket list!! You can combine our Komodo liveaboard with our Scuba Junkie Resorts in Komodo, Penida, Sangalaki & Sipadan.
If you would like to find out more about our Komodo liveaboard and our opening offers get in touch now to find out more
