QUOTE(Pacmangoku @ Sep 14 2015, 09:44 AM)
Dear Divers, finally got my AOW. I plan to invest in
1. a pair of fins,
2. mask google (with corrective glasses bcs of my myopia), and
3. BCD
Do you hav any recommended shops in KL tat offers reasonable prices?
TQ
Go for mask and fins first. List of dive shops on first post of thread.
BCD can keep for later purchase. Many buy BCD last.
QUOTE(BubuTheStar @ Sep 14 2015, 09:57 AM)
Yea so that's why was wondering if i break up my trips to 4 days 3 nights each, which should i start with first..
I don't have AOW, but recently i did 2 separate modules i.e. wreck dive and deep water dive up to 28 m. My AOW will be completed in march thereabouts
First thing first, if got cheap flights to tawau, then just book first. Best if can do 5D4N. 4D3N a bit short if you ask me.
Next, wait for matta fair. Got cheap deals for the resort packages. There's no way you can stay on Sipadan island, you have to either be in Mabul or Semporna to dive Sipadan. Many resorts/home stays in Mabul. Semporna is cheaper but no nice beach. During matta fair or MIDE, can check the packages. Usually full board, include equipment and unlimited house reef dives. Sipadan is optional. Not all resorts can guarantee you a spot to Sipadan. (Even if got also they require you to stay 5D4N) So just go get a package to Mabul first. Sipadan later only decide.
I've dived Sipadan/Mabul twice so far. Celebes sea Pom Pom recently. Haven't been to TAR and KK that side yet. Maybe next year since MYR so jialat can't go overseas, so travel Borneo with MYR