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Gaya Strip

Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia
★ 3.0 (1 review)
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all levels

Sloping reef with great macro life, ideal for all levels.

Boat Access
14m Avg Depth
22m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site features a gently sloping reef that bottoms out on a sandy bed, making it ideal for training and relaxed dives. It is particularly known for its excellent macro life, including various nudibranchs, ghost pipefish, and crustaceans hidden amongst the corals. The shallow areas are also perfect for snorkelers to enjoy the vibrant reef.

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Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Fair
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Good
Water Visibility Good Viz
Famousness Well Known

Plan Your Visit

coral reefmacro photographybeginner friendlyturtlesnorkeling

Marine Life

anemonefishclownfishblue-spotted stingraymoray eellionfishporcupinefishcuttlefishsoft coralshard corals

Things to Note

Difficulty:

all levels

Gentle slope with mild currents, suitable for training and experienced divers.

Hazards:
boat trafficseasonal jellyfish
Current Strength:

Mild

Diving Conditions

Water Temperature Now: 30.0°C

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