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Just next to Daat Island is a 10.52 hectare tiny islet called Papan Island. A favourite weekend getaway and campsite for the locals and tourists alike, it was originally used as a lighthouse base in 1895."
In 1902, the dimmer reddish lights were replaced with brighter “dioptrie” lamps – so bright that it could be seen 13 kilometres away. The faithful lighthouse steered passing vessels into Victoria Harbour until after WWII when the Allied forces used it as a temporary detention camp of Japanese prisoners-of war.
Today it is under the jurisdiction of Labuan Corporation (Perbadanan Labuan). The island has facilities such as chalets, campsites, sports grounds, a surau, a BBQ area, volleyball and sepak takraw courts. Adventurous souls can embark on an exciting bout of jungle trekking at the island, too.
Accommodation rates start from RM350 per night for a normal 3-room chalet.
Last viewed - February 11, 2012
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