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These lesser-known coasts feature some of the most spectacular and
beautiful waters, islands and mainland attractions in Southeast Asia.
Yacht Owners and Captains are helping to spread the word that
special permission by insurance underwriters to operate a vessel in
these areas is no longer required. Vessels no longer need to seek special
approval from insurance underwriters to enter, operate and stopover
at any port listed in these areas. As well, they no longer have to pay
additional and costly premiums for this purpose.
Asia Pacific Superyachts agents view this news as a strong statement
in recognising these areas are now considered safe.
Owners and Captains are discovering a safe and peaceful ESSCOM
Sabah security zone cruising paradise within this spectacular coral
triangle zone. “The region is making huge strides in its work force as
well as expanding its facilities for major refit work and should certainly
be considered if you are cruising the region at the time. There is so much
for superyachts in adventure, beauty and discovery amongst the islands
in Malaysia and Borneo,” reports Captain Charlie Dwyer, who heads up
APS Langkawi in Malaysia.
Checking in at Kota Kinabalu (KK), the capital city of Sabah, there
are many anchorages around the area along with good facilities at the
main KK marina Sutera Harbour when berthing overnight.
Kota Kinabalu is an ideal hub to then explore the interior of Sabah,
where visitors can option to view or climb Mt Kinabalu and visit
some of the land attractions. Exploring land areas you will find virgin
rainforests, conservation areas, waterfalls, canyons, exotic wildlife, flora
and fauna and a myriad of adventure and eco-tourism activities; all
accessible as a day or overnight excursion from your yacht.
Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park is made up of several islands
only 15 minutes by boat from Sabah and offers many dive sites suitablePHOTO: CHRISTIAN LOADER / SCUBAZOO.COM
PHOTO: JASON ISLEY / SCUBAZOO.COM
PHOTO: JASON ISLEY / SCUBAZOO.COM