Mantanani Island Beach(Mermaid Island, Pulau Mantanani Besar)

Mantanani Island Beach is a picturesque white sand beach located in Kota Belud, Malaysia. The beach is about 3 km long with crystal clear turquoise waters.

The beach also has amenities such as lifeguards on duty, bathroom access, and beach equipment rental.

Visitors can engage in a variety of activities such as snorkeling, scuba diving, swimming, and sunbathing.

There is no parking lot available on the island as it is accessible only by boat. Visitors can park their vehicles at the jetty and take a boat ride to the island.

Fun fact: Mantanani Island is home to a vast variety of marine life, including dugongs, sea turtles, and over 500 species of coral.

Apart from the beach activities, there are several tourist attractions nearby such as the Mantanani Island Resort and the Mantanani Island Dive Centre. Visitors can also take a tour of the nearby village and learn about the local culture and lifestyle.

There are several restaurants near Mantanani Island Beach that serve delicious seafood and local Malaysian cuisine. Some popular restaurants include Oceanus Restaurant, Borneo Divers Mabul Resort, and Paradise Cafe.

For accommodation, visitors can stay at the Mantanani Island Resort or the Marine Centre Beach Resort, both of which offer comfortable rooms and excellent amenities. The resorts also offer various water activities such as scuba diving, snorkeling, and kayaking.