Malaysia

Mabul Island, Sabah

A babymoon can be a fantastic experience, particularly if you are heading out to the delightful Mabul Island in Sabah. This beautiful oval shaped island is a great getaway for moms-to-be and their respective spouses. Since a pregnancy is all about a mother and the baby in her womb, where does that leave the father-to-be? Many times, husbands feel left out once their wives become pregnant. A memorable babymoon in the exotic Mabul Island is just what you need to make the man in your life feel as special as the little one inside you.

Mabul Island might be a small sized island; however it has a lot to offer, especially for pregnant moms. The island is famous for scuba diving, and even though this sport is not recommended for pregnant moms, you can sit back and enjoy the ravishing and colorful sights of this fascinating island. One of the best things about this island is that it is situated on a reef, and this further adds to the beauty of the place.

A babymoon on a beach destination as beautiful as Mabul Island is sure to be a spellbinding experience. The island is rich in rare marine life; bobtail squids and blue-ringed octopuses are some of the exotic marine creatures you will find in the reef.

The island is located a short drive away from Sipadan, and boasts of long stretches of sandy beaches. Spend a day on the beach, let the soft sand slowly trickle out of your fingers and watch a marvelous sunset with your better half.

A pregnancy comes with its ups and downs, and spending a babymoon in Mabul Island will help you sink into a peaceful state of mind. A day spent in one of the exotic beaches in this island will get you in a bright, positive frame of mind- and positive energies are excellent for pregnant moms!

If you and your spouse love photography, Mabul Island is just the place for you. With plenty of natural and wonderful sights, every picture that you take will have a special story to tell of your memorable babymoon in this captivating island.

photo credit: sabahtourism.com

Most of the resorts in Mabul Island are family oriented and designed to meet the needs of individual guests. The resorts are also situated in striking locations and many times, all you will need to do is enjoy the view from your room. There may be times when you may not want to step out of your room, which is understandable in case of pregnancies; you and your spouse can enjoy the breathtaking views of the reef from the balcony in your room. Just being in this island and taking in its serene ambience will fill you with renewed vigor and spirit.

When in Mabul Island, you can choose between two fantastic resorts- Sipadan Mabul Resort and Sipadan Water Village. There is another resort called Sea Ventures Dive Resort that is situated on a close by refurbished oil rig. Other resorts are Borneo Diver Mabul Resort and Sipadan Kapalai Dive Resort. All these resorts are uniquely designed to meet the needs of couples and families. With a warm and friendly staff, pregnant moms are sure to experience a delightful and comfortable stay.

One of the island’s main attractions is the resident fishing community that boasts of a rich coconut plantation. The sight of this community amidst the coconut trees is simply breathtaking. If you love seafood, Mabul Island is a great place to appease your taste buds and satisfy your healthy appetite.

To get to this island destination, you will have to take an hours’ drive from Tawau International Airport to Semporna. From Semporna, you can get on a speedboat that will take you to the island in 45 minutes.

Back to Malaysia