Semporna has completely changed my spending habits

💥**Semporna budget travel guide: Enjoy the stunning island for CNY 4,000**

✅[Itinerary] (5 days and 4 nights)**
*❤️*Day 1**: Arrive at Tawau Airport, take a shared car to Semporna Town (MYR 25), stay in a hostel (CNY 50/night), and haggle for a seafood feast at the seafood market in the evening (CNY 50 per person).
❤️**Day 2**: Island hopping tour (Tun Sakaran route, approx. MYR 150), climb Bohey Dulang Island for a panoramic view, and snorkel to see corals and schools of fish.
*❤️*Day 3**: Mabul Island water house experience (CNY 200 per person/night for a shared room), check in at the popular water house, and meet the Bajau children.
*❤️*Day 4**: Snorkel at Kapalai or enjoy free time, and watch the stunning sunset in the evening.
*❤️*Day 5**: Return to Tawau and buy white coffee at the airport as a souvenir.

‼️[Money-saving Tips]**
✅ *🚗*Transportation**: Carpooling/shared boat is the most cost-effective, and most attractions are within walking distance in the town.
✅ *🏨*Accommodation**: Stay in a water house for 1 night to experience it, and stay in a hostel in the town for the rest of the time.
✅ *🍝*Food and drink**: Haggle at the seafood market, processing fee is MYR 5–10/kg.
✅ **Entertainment**: Travel during the off-season (May–September), and choose group tours for island hopping to get a cheaper price.

‼️[Precautions]**
⚠️ Sun protection! Sun protection! Sun protection! (Recommended coral-friendly sunscreen)
⚠️ Respect the Bajau culture and avoid giving money directly (you can bring stationery or snacks).
⚠️ Take good care of your belongings and travel with companions at night.

*💰*Total cost reference**: Flight ticket CNY 1,500 + accommodation CNY 400 + food and drink CNY 300 + entertainment CNY 500 ≈ **CNY 2,700** (lower in the off-season)

✅Semporna is not expensive, you can have fun if you plan in advance! 🌊✨