Adventure and Connection in Malaysian Borneo
Curated journeys that remove friction from planning and open space for meaningful experiences with nature, community, and wildlife.
Dive pristine reefs. Encounter extraordinary wildlife. Travel in ways that respect both place and people.
Downbelow Adventures designs small-group experiences across Malaysian Borneo, from scuba diving on Gaya Island to nature-based and conservation-focused journeys throughout Sabah. Our role is to support your journey with care, clarity, and confidence, so you can focus fully on the experience itself.
With over 26 years of experience, a PADI 5-Star Dive Centre on Gaya Island, and a travel centre in Kota Kinabalu, every journey is personally supported and responsibly delivered. Community connection, marine protection, and wildlife conservation are integral to how we operate.
Travel with intention. Dive with awareness. Leave a positive trace.
GUEST FAVOURITES
WINNER OF THE SABAH TOURISM AWARD “BEST INBOUND TOUR”
Our most popular group itinerary
RESPONSIBLE TOURISM
During the past 20 years we have established ourself as a leading conservation and education provider locally and on the international platform. At Downbelow we are committed to responsible tourism. We design experiences and provide courses that foster appreciation, awareness and conservation of our environment and development of local people. In the course of this labour of love, our effort has been acknowledged by various publications and awards. To date, Animal Welfare, Ghost Net Removals, Underwater and Beach Clean Ups, Coral for Life, Charity Build Projects, Tree for Life & Project Aware remain a large focus of our day to day life Downbelow! Read more about our conservation awareness projects and how you can be a part of them. Please read our Responsible Tourism Policy.
