Kampong Naparan

Merintaman Sipitang Beach

Good for Relax

/ 10 Good

#30 out of 40
in Sabah

About

Merintaman Sipitang Beach is located on the South China Sea (part of Pacific ocean) and it is in the 30th place out of 40 beaches in the Sabah region 117.1 km away from its center, the city of Kota Kinabalu. It is one of the beaches of Sipitang settlement, just 2.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a long lasting coastline with blue water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Merintaman Sipitang Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

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Historical

+31 ^oC +27 ^oC

Air temperature

3.7 M/S

Wind

+32 ^oC

Water temperature

0.2 M

Wave height

Sipitang, Sabah,

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Beach overall scores

Water

Good

6.9/10

Cover

Tolerable

4.9/10

Cleanliness

Pleasant

6/10

Amenities

Bad

1/10

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Merintaman Sipitang Beach is located in Sabah within Sipitang, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

User reviews

"This beach is a hidden gem and a local attraction in Sipitang, alongside Esplanade. However, it's important for the Sipitang local authority to take care of its cleanliness and enforce strict rules. The amount of rubbish being thrown away is damaging the natural beauty of the beach."

Sarina Azizah Abdullah

"Sipitang is a lovely spot for a family picnic, with the added bonus of being far away from crowds. It's the perfect place to relax and enjoy the day."

Jen Lee

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Sarina Azizah Abdullah

"Sipitang is a lovely spot for a family picnic, with the added bonus of being far away from crowds. It's the perfect place to relax and enjoy the day."

Jen Lee

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
- Popularity of the region among tourists - low, mostly locals
size&shape
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Transport Localities

Transport

SPT• 2.5km
Bandar Seri Begawan...• 68.3km

Localities

Sipitang• 2.1km
Kota Kinabalu• 117.1km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Merintaman Sipitang Beach?

The coastline of Merintaman Sipitang Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Merintaman Sipitang Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Merintaman Sipitang Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Merintaman Sipitang Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Merintaman Sipitang Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Merintaman Sipitang Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Merintaman Sipitang Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Merintaman Sipitang Beach is visited only by a few travellers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Merintaman Sipitang Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Merintaman Sipitang Beach.

How far is the Merintaman Sipitang Beach from parking?

The Merintaman Sipitang Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Merintaman Sipitang Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Merintaman Sipitang Beach is May. Its average value reaches 31°C. The warmest sea is in June, the average value is 32°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 29°C and water 30°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Merintaman Sipitang Beach (Sabah) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Merintaman Sipitang Beach (Sabah) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.