Set against the white sands of a peaceful island in Tun Sakaran Marine Park, Doris Mataking Resort provides a refined hideaway in Semporna. Our newly opened property features pristine facilities designed for comfort. Guests stay in generously sized suites featuring classic Sabah timber architecture. High wooden ceilings pair with polished hardwood floors while oversized windows invite the tropical outdoors inside.
Your stay includes four daily buffet meals featuring diverse Sabahan, Malaysian and Chinese recipes. Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner are all provided. Unlimited crab serves as a memorable centerpiece to our dining service. We also provide complimentary snorkeling sessions and a glass-bottom boat tour for every guest.
The surrounding waters rank among the clearest in the region. You can easily snorkel directly from our private jetty. The limited number of suites ensures a highly secluded atmosphere away from large crowds. We have a Mandarin-speaking butler available for guests who require one. Evening entertainment is simple and enjoyable with karaoke, mahjong and a dedicated children's play space.
Choose from five distinct garden suites featuring classic Sabah timber construction. Every room includes vaulted ceilings, polished wood floors and a private bathroom. All guests enjoy air conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi and full access to our inclusive resort activities.
A generously sized room offering garden views and a king bed under high timber ceilings. It includes a dedicated workspace, a private lounge space beside panoramic doors and a premium bathroom equipped with an amber resin bathtub alongside dual glass showers.
A large suite where the king bed faces sweeping glass doors framing sea views. It provides a separate living space with a sectional sofa and an elegant bathroom complete with a freestanding bathtub and double vanity.
Our most premium accommodation option. It contains a comfortable living lounge with an ochre sofa, a refreshment bar with a mini-fridge and a high-end bathroom featuring an amber resin bathtub alongside a double backlit vanity.
A comfortable room with two single beds and pleasant garden views. It comes with a dedicated workspace, flat-screen TV and an en-suite bathroom featuring marble-style tiles and a glass shower. Perfect for traveling friends.
A well-lit suite with two single beds and wide ocean views. It provides a comfortable living area furnished with modern seating, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom.
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Doris Mataking Resort sits on Mataking Island in Semporna, Sabah, Malaysia. We are located within Tun Sakaran Marine Park.
A 50-minute speedboat ride from Semporna town jetty.
Morning departures: Semporna to resort
Afternoon returns: Resort to Semporna
Semporna is a renowned seaside town in Sabah celebrated globally for its spectacular underwater environments. Guests at Doris Mataking Resort have easy access to Tun Sakaran Marine Park, the famous Sipadan dive site, Bohey Dulang and the beautiful islands of Mabul and Kapalai. These waters hold incredible marine biodiversity suitable for both advanced divers and absolute beginners.
Swim through the vibrant coral gardens of Tun Sakaran Marine Park right from our wooden jetty. These clear waters are home to sea turtles, giant clams, clownfish and countless tropical fish. We provide all necessary equipment for every skill level.
The region features world-class diving destinations like Sipadan Island. Local licensed operators accommodate everyone from total beginners to certified experts. Sipadan requires advance permit bookings. Please note that Sabah Parks currently restricts guests to three dives per day at Sipadan.
Navigate the peaceful waters around Mataking Island at your preferred speed. You can glide over shallow reefs or visit secluded sandbars during low tide. We have kayaks ready for guests to use independently.
Take a speedboat trip to visit various islands across Tun Sakaran Marine Park. This guided journey features white-sand beaches alongside thriving marine ecosystems. It is easily customized for photographers, snorkelers and general explorers.
Tun Sakaran Marine Park is Sabah's largest marine reserve covering 346 square kilometers of protected ocean. Bohey Dulang stands out as a highly photographed volcanic remnant. Its 353-meter peak offers climbers incredible panoramic views across the Celebes Sea. The 600-meter forest trail takes roughly 45 minutes to ascend. The tour also incorporates snorkeling stops at Pulau Mantabuan and Pulau Sibuan.
Mataking actually consists of two landmasses connected by a natural sandbar that appears during low tide. The surrounding waters feature excellent visibility alongside healthy fish populations. This excursion also takes you to the soft white sands of Timba-Timba and the turtle-rich waters of Pom Pom Island. Experience three distinct reef habitats in a single day. We include boat transfers, marine fees and snorkeling gear.
This vast marine park spans eight islands right in the center of the Coral Triangle. Established in 2004, it protects essential marine habitats alongside traditional fishing areas. Your flexible island-hopping journey includes stops at Pulau Mantabuan and Pulau Sibuan. Enjoy a mix of beautiful beaches and shallow reef exploration in calm waters.
Mabul and Kapalai offer incredible marine life viewing opportunities. Mabul is famous globally for muck diving and features a huge population of sea turtles, eagle rays and tiny macro life. You will stop at the Mabul Water Bungalows for a relaxed lunch break and photos. Kapalai is a beautiful sandbar where you can snorkel directly from the boat to see soft corals and reef fish. You might also respectfully observe local Bajau Laut fishing communities living on houseboats.
Sipadan is a premier global diving location set on a steep volcanic wall dropping 600 meters deep. The reef supports thousands of fish species including massive schools of jackfish, bumphead parrotfish and barracuda. Sea turtles gather here in huge numbers. Because it is a strictly protected reserve, you must secure daily permits far in advance through a licensed operator. We recommend booking a short stay at a Mabul resort before or after visiting us if you plan to dive Sipadan.
The five main dive sites at Sipadan deliver unique underwater experiences. Barracuda Point features massive swirling fish schools alongside hunting sharks. The Drop Off is a dramatic vertical wall decorated with soft corals. South Point attracts deep-water sharks while Turtle Patch holds dense populations of resting sea turtles. Turtle Tomb is a fascinating limestone cave complex located near the drop-off zone. You must secure permits through Semporna dive centers to visit.
Discover Semporna fully with our flexible multi-day island packages. You can select a snorkeling-focused itinerary or combine snorkeling with the Bohey Dulang hike. This option perfectly suits families, non-divers and absolute beginners. You will visit premium locations like Mabul, Kapalai, Mataking, Timba-Timba and Pandanan Reef without needing a dive license. We provide all equipment, permits, transfers, lunches and partner accommodation.
Every reservation at Doris Mataking Resort comes with four daily buffet meals served in our main restaurant. Our kitchen team prepares fresh Sabahan, Malaysian and Chinese dishes every morning. Guests particularly love our unlimited crab servings.
We provide vegetarian dishes during every service. Please let us know about any food allergies or special dietary needs when you book. You can also request a private fresh seafood BBQ in advance.
Book a flight to Tawau Airport (TWU). It serves as the primary gateway to Semporna. Airlines like AirAsia and Malaysia Airlines provide regular daily flights.
We organize direct road transfers from Tawau Airport straight to the Semporna town jetty. You will travel comfortably in a private SUV or spacious tourist van.
Our drivers can pick you up from the airport, Tawau city hotels, Semporna town locations or other agreed meeting spots.
We arrange a 50-minute speedboat journey from the Semporna jetty directly to our island property. You will cruise past smaller islands and might notice local Bajau Laut houseboats during the trip. The boat is open-air so we strongly advise placing sensitive electronics in waterproof bags.
We will arrange your return journey to Semporna and Tawau Airport when your stay concludes. Please share your flight itinerary with us after booking so we can schedule your transport.
Please provide your arrival information well in advance so we can prepare your pickup. You can use our contact form to submit flight details or mention any special travel requests for your group.
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Read authentic feedback from travelers who recently visited Doris Mataking Resort. These insights come from 30 verified guests giving us an average rating of 4.3 out of 5.
Took the 50-minute speedboat to Mataking and arrived at a new, very clean resort with extremely friendly staff who were always smiling. The rooms are spacious wooden villas with their own character. Four meals a day were included and the free-flow crabs were a real highlight. Snorkeling gear and glass boat are all free. A lovely quiet island.
We chose Doris because it was newly opened and we wanted somewhere less crowded. It was a great decision. The rooms are large and comfortable, the staff are enthusiastic and helpful, and at 3-4pm we went shell and crab catching which the whole group loved. The beach and sandbank are genuinely beautiful.
A very satisfying five-day trip. The resort is new and everything is in excellent condition. The Chinese-speaking butler made things easy for our group. Meals were generous with four a day and crab available throughout. Snorkeling was good right from the resort and the glass boat gave a clear view of the reef below.
Everything was great at Doris Mataking. Came with family and the kids loved the play area, mahjong and karaoke in the lobby. The beach sand is clean and white, the water is clear, and the island is quiet with very few other tourists. The food variety was impressive and we had more than enough at each meal.
The value for money here is excellent for what you get: spacious modern villa room, four good meals a day, free activities including snorkeling and glass boat, and a quiet uncrowded island. The staff are cheerful and happy to help with everything. The sunset from the lobby was one of the most beautiful I have ever seen.
A beautifully set resort on a quiet Mataking Island beach. The rooms are new and well-maintained, the staff went out of their way to make us comfortable, and the four meals a day including afternoon tea were all well-prepared. The crab catching activity was a fun highlight that the whole group enjoyed. Will recommend to everyone.