Mataking Wreck Post

Mataking Island, Sabah, Malaysia Tun Sakaran Marine Park

4.0 (1 review)

Advanced

Advanced wreck dive with lionfish, crocodile fish, and sweetlips.

Boat Access
24m Avg Depth
27m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site presents an exciting wreck exploration opportunity located adjacent to the Mataking island. The sunken vessel rests at a depth ranging from 21 to 27 meters. Divers can expect to encounter large lionfish inhabiting the lower sections of the wreck, alongside crocodile fish and impressive giant pufferfish. Adding to the visual interest are schools of vibrant harlequin sweetlips found near the top of the structure. This dive offers a chance to explore a submerged historical site while observing diverse marine life.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

wreckadvanced onlyboat divelionfishcrocodile fishwide angle

Marine Life

lionfishcrocodile fishgiant pufferfishharlequin sweetlipsdamselfishangelfishhard coralssoft corals

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Advanced

The wreck's depth of 21-27 meters requires an advanced certification.

Hazards:
depthmarine lifeboat trafficcurrent
Current Strength:

Moderate

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