The Labuan Marine Park

Labuan Marine Park is located 2 kilometers off the southern part of Labuan main island. Beautiful and wild, the park encompasses 10 square kilometers of pristine water and three secluded islets, namely Pulau Kuraman, Pulau Rusukan kecil and Pulau Rusukan Besar. It features long stretches of sandy beaches, reef atoll, jungle tracks and quiet tidal pools. Sea snakes, rare butterflies and a prolific bird life add to its enchantment.

The Islands

Pulau Kuraman

Pulau Kuraman is situated about 14km from Victoria Harbour, Labuan and is about 5.2 sq. km in size. It has two beautiful white beaches, perfect for picnicking and sun-bathing.

Pulau Rusukan Besar

This island is still densely forested and is perfect for picnic, swimming and snorkeling.

Pulau Rusukan Kecil

This is a beautiful, quiet and unspoilt island. It has no development on it and is perfect for camping.

Activities

Snorkeling Labuan Marine Park

Snorkeling and scuba trails introduce you to an underwater world of fascinating marine life. The many secluded beach spots offer unusual privacy and natural ambience. The island is surrounded by hard corals, the most conspicuous species of the coral reef is the Acropora tubinaria. The corals are found in water 8 - 13m deep.

Fishing
As one of the small islands dotting around Labuan, its blue water and sea treasures is truly captivating making it a world-class fishing destination. (beyond the Marine Park Area)

Wreck Diving
If you're here, don't miss the dive to the Blue Wreck which is just northwest of the island and also the Cement Wreck on the west.
Undoubtedly a world-class fishing destination, the island and its blue water and sea treasures is truly captivating. Just about 24km southwest from the island lies the infamous American Wreck. This is a beautiful, quiet and unspoilt island. It has no development on it and is perfect for camping. You can also dive in the surrounding waters and get mesmeirsed with life underwater.

Jungle Trekking
If you are more the 'land' type of person, then you can try out hiking in the green and refreshing jungles enveloping the island.

Other activities
Camping, picnicking, kayaking, traditional massage, BBQ... (some will need advance reservation)

Banned - Fishing and anchoring
Local authority bans all form of fishing in waters around the Park. It also bans anchoring. Visiting yachts will either have to rent a mooring or tie to a dock in one of the marinas in the main island of Labuan. The only exceptions are boats under three meters in length using a stone anchor, and larger vessels having special advance authorization in writing from the authority. But you may photograph, swim, observe and study all form of marine fauna and flora. You are also allowed to scuba dive, sail, kayak and snorkel freely.

Visit Labuan Marine Park Gallery 1 and Labuan Marine Park Gallery 2 to view more photos.

Getting to the Marine Park

Approximate 30 minutes speedboat drive from Labuan Harbour to the Marine Park.

While Labuan is accessible by air from Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu. The time taken is about 2 hours and 20 minutes respectively.