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Macro Mania

Sipadan Mabul Islands, Malaysia
★ 5.0 (1 review)
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All levels

A premier muck diving site for rare macro critters.

Boat Access
15m Avg Depth
25m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is a world-renowned muck diving location on a gentle, sandy slope, sometimes with small artificial reef structures. It is a treasure trove for macro photographers, hosting an incredible diversity of rare and camouflaged critters. Divers spend their time slowly exploring the seafloor to spot these unique creatures.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Fair
Macro Marine Life Excellent
Landscape Quality Fair
Water Visibility Good Viz
Famousness Famous

Plan Your Visit

muck divingmacro photographyturtlebeginner friendlynight dive

Marine Life

giant frogfishcuttlefishnudibranchseahorseghost pipefishmandarinfishcrocodilefishstonefishmoray eelribbon eel

Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Shallow depths and mild currents suit all, but good buoyancy is key for finding delicate macro life.

Hazards:
marine lifeboat traffic
Current Strength:

Mild

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