Open Water Training Camp · Malaysia

Malaysia's quiet island. Our favourite training ground.

Lang Tengah — coach-led, with the Shello crew.

9–11 Oct 2026next departure · 3D2N
Malaysiadestination
from RM1,330deposit RM1,000
Made forFreediver / Ocean Mermaid open water sessions, or pure fun dives
The Guide

Is this one for you?

Activity type

Freediving · Mermaid

Trip format

Certification Trip · Fun Dive

Certify on this trip, or just come and dive for fun.
Best season

March – October. The northeast monsoon closes the east coast islands from November to February.

Suitable for

Freediver / Ocean Mermaid open water sessions, or pure fun dives

Group size

Maximum 6 divers

Difficulty

Beginner friendly — the training builds from 5 m upwards, and you don't need a certification to come.

Recommended certification

SSI Freediver

Not certified yet? Take the course on the trip — the three open water sessions are the trip.

Why people love this one

  • Three open water training sessions, 5–10 m, at your own pace
  • Certify on the trip — Freediver, the Pool Freediver upgrade or Ocean Mermaid
  • Return speedboat from Summer Bay Jetty, all meals, underwater video included
  • The quiet island: no crowds, short boat rides, straight back in the water

Planned Program

  • Day 1

    Morning departure from Summer Bay Jetty, arrive Lang Tengah and check in. Lunch, then Open Water Freedive Training 1 (5–10m gradual progression). Dinner, debriefing, rest.

  • Day 2

    Breakfast, Open Water Freedive Training 2 (max depth 10m attempt). Lunch, then Training 3 / free & easy / optional fun dive & photoshoot session. Dinner.

  • Day 3

    Morning departure from the resort, arrive Summer Bay Jetty.

🏝 Accommodation

Island resort — Standard or Deluxe room, twin sharing or single occupant

🍽 Meals

Daily breakfast, lunch & dinner included

🚤 Getting around

Return speedboat transfer from Summer Bay Jetty included. Land transfer to the jetty not included (RM70/pax 2-way, KT airport/bus station)

Room options

  • Standard Room · twin sharing — RM1,330/pax
  • Standard Room · single occupant — RM1,850/pax
  • Deluxe Room · twin sharing — RM1,560/pax
  • Deluxe Room · single occupant — RM2,150/pax

What's Included

  • Accommodation
  • Instructor
  • Underwater videos
  • Daily breakfast, lunch & dinner
  • Speedboat transfer
  • SST
  • Marine park fee

Not Included

  • Transport to jetty (RM70/pax 2-way, KT airport/bus station)
  • Diving equipment

Course options on this trip

New to freediving?

SSI Freediver Course

+RM1,180

Complete your SSI Freediver open water certification during this trip, in real ocean conditions.

About the course →
Already certified?

Guided Freediving Experience

+RM500

A premium guided experience for certified freedivers who just want to enjoy the water.

  • Guided freediving sessions
  • Buddy support
  • Safety supervision
  • Underwater exploration
  • Underwater photography opportunities

Before you go

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months at travel date
  • Check your equipment with your instructor early — buy or rent missing items in time
  • Book a pre-program pool session to refresh your skills
  • Buy flights only after we share the recommended schedule
  • Travel / dive insurance is highly recommended

Deposit & cancellation policy

RM1,000 deposit secures your slot — deposits are non-refundable. Full payment is due 1 month before departure. Cancellation (per person): 32–44 days before the trip 50% of the trip fee · 15–31 days 75% · 14 days or less 100%.

How your booking works

  1. Book
  2. Payment received
  3. Instructor confirms
  4. Booking confirmed

Payment does not automatically confirm your booking. Your slot is confirmed once your instructor approves it — you'll get a note the moment that happens.

Medical exception

Payments are generally non-refundable. However, for genuine medical emergencies or approved exceptional circumstances, Shello may convert the remaining unused value into Shello Credits instead of issuing a cash refund — subject to Shello approval.

Shello Credits

In approved exceptional circumstances, Shello may convert the unused value into Shello Credits instead of issuing a cash refund. These credits may be used towards future training, courses or expeditions, subject to Shello's approval.

Unexpected events

Shello reserves the right to amend or cancel trips due to weather, safety or unforeseen operational circumstances. Participants remain responsible for additional expenses such as flight changes, transport delays, accommodation changes, weather disruptions, illness and government restrictions.

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