About Us

Your Ocean and Island Escape in Semporna’s Land Below the Wind

Teaching Divers Since

2010

Founded under the TDB Group, we have been delivering structured, globally recognized dive education since 2010.

In 2026, we begin our next chapter. TDB Semporna Dive Resort marks our expansion into East Malaysia. We are bringing over a decade of teaching expertise and rigorous operational standards to Semporna—the gateway to the world’s most celebrated marine destinations.

Our Philosophy

At TDB, we believe diving is more than an activity, it is a responsibility, and this philosophy guides how we teach, lead, and host every guest through three core principles.

  • Education Before Experience: True confidence and enjoyment are built through proper diver training, as we do not simply guide dives but actively empower divers with knowledge and skills.

  • Safety Without Compromise: Every dive briefing, dive plan, and operational decision is made with diver safety as the highest priority.

  • Respect for the Ocean: We treat the underwater world as a shared marine heritage, promoting responsible diving and long-term marine conservation.

Begin Your Journey with Us

Whether you are planning a comfortable stay, beginning your PADI Open Water Diver course, or enjoying professionally guided fun dives, TDB Semporna Dive Resort delivers a thoughtfully designed dive-centric experience that seamlessly connects comfort, training, and exploration both above and below the water.

A Message From Our Founder

At TDB Semporna Dive Resort, we are a close-knit diving community shaped by nature, guided by professional standards, and united by a passion for introducing the underwater world, with a core focus on delivering internationally recognized PADI Open Water Diver courses that provide beginners with a safe, structured, and inspiring first step into scuba diving.

In addition to our training programs, we warmly welcome certified fun divers and snorkelers, offering carefully guided experiences that highlight Semporna’s rich marine biodiversity and deliver memorable adventures both above and below the water.

Kimi Lim (Founder & PADI OWSI)

At TDB Semporna Dive Resort, we believe great diving starts with:

  • Safety without compromise
  • Global Standards. Trusted Training.
  • Respect for the ocean
  • Freedom to Discover