Kapalai Collection

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Co's Chromodoris Nudibranch near food (sea squirts). Date:

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Dusky Nudibranch. Date:

Green turtle swimming, Sabah, Malaysia

Bumphead parrotfish, Sabah, Malaysia

Flabellina exoptata nudibranch, Sabah, Malaysia
Flabellina exoptata sea slug nudibranch, Sabah, Malaysia

Black-tipped Grouper (Epinephelus fasciatus) adult, Kapalai Island, Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia, December

Three bungalows, Sipadan-Kapalai Dive Resort, Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia

Fire urchin spines. Close-up of the spines of a fire urchin (Asthenosoma varium), a type of sea urchin. Each spine is tipped with a poison-filled sac (white), used in defence against predators

Anthias in soft coral
Anthias (subfamily Anthiinae) in soft coral (order Alcyonacea). Photographed off Kapalai, Sabah, Malaysia

Devil scorpionfish (Inimicus didactylus) camouflaged on the seabed. This fish is found in the Indo-west Pacific. It lays in wait on the seabed until its prey, a small fish

Shipwreck and snappers (family Lutjanidae). This ship was sunk to create a new artificial reef. This helps to encourage coral growth and marine life by providing a new habitat for them

Grouper (subfamily Epinephelus) hiding in black coral. Photographed off Kapalai, Sabah, Malaysia

Shipwreck and fish. This ship was sunk to create a new artificial reef. This helps to encourage coral growth and marine life by providing a new habitat for them

Batfish head
Batfish (subfamily Ephippidae) head. Photographed off Kapalai, Sabah, Malaysia

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Broadclub Cuttlefish and diver. Kapalai Island, Malaysia

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Discover the underwater wonders of Kapalai, a paradise in Sabah, Malaysia. 🌊🐢🦜 Picture No. 11675176: Witness the graceful beauty of a green turtle swimming through crystal-clear waters. These gentle creatures are a common sight around Kapalai, adding to its allure as an idyllic diving destination. Picture No. 11675177: Feast your eyes on the vibrant colors of the Bumphead parrotfish, another fascinating resident of these tropical seas. With their large humps and beak-like teeth, they create quite a spectacle as they munch on coral reefs. Explore beneath the surface and encounter enchanting marine life like never before. Behold the Flabellina exoptata nudibranch gliding gracefully among coral formations. Its striking orange coloration is truly mesmerizing. The Black-tipped Grouper (Epinephelus fasciatus) adult is one majestic creature you don't want to miss during your visit to Kapalai Island in December. Spotting this magnificent fish will surely leave you in awe. Stay at Sipadan-Kapalai Dive Resort's charming bungalows for an unforgettable experience amidst nature's splendor. Picture yourself waking up to breathtaking views every morning – pure bliss. Immerse yourself in luxury while surrounded by pristine beaches and turquoise waters at Sipadan-Kapalai Dive Resort's three stunning bungalows. Indulge in tranquility and let all worries drift away. Kapalai offers more than just picturesque landscapes; it also boasts unique encounters with fascinating creatures like fire urchins. Admire their intricate spines that glow brilliantly under sunlight – nature's own masterpiece. Embark on an adventure like no other at Kapalai – where captivating marine life meets unparalleled serenity. Don't miss out on this hidden gem nestled within Sabah, Borneo.