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The greatest scuba diving site anywhere in the world? That’s up for debate – but there’s no denying how special it is at Pulau Sipadan, where turtles and sharks do not stand out but are part of the scenery.

Time-Stamped Show Notes

0:57 The dive site to top them all

1:59 What is the geography of Pulau Sipadan

2:47 Why this is not a place for unexperienced divers

4:26 The kinds and numbers of marine life you will encounter

5:50 The reaction of all the divers on Stephen’s group

7:06 Sipadan is protected by restricted access

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