Perhentian Island

Vibrant reefs with turtles, sharks, and occasional whale sharks.

- Access
18m Avg Depth
30m Max Depth

About this dive site

The Perhentian Archipelago, comprised of six islands with Pulau Perhentian Besar and Kecil as the primary locations, offers a remarkable diving experience. These islands maintain a tranquil atmosphere underwater, mirroring the serenity above. Divers frequently encounter Green and Hawksbill turtles gracefully swimming amongst the vibrant reefs. The marine environment is exceptionally diverse, including octopuses, reef sharks, bamboo sharks, stingrays, yellow boxfish, and schools of barracuda – often seen throughout the year. Remarkably, there’s a chance to witness the awe-inspiring sight of the world's largest fish, the Whale Shark. Exploration opportunities abound, from exploring the beautiful coral gardens to diving around pinnacles or investigating fascinating sunken vessels. This destination consistently ranks high on any diver’s bucket list.

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Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

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Marine Life

Green TurtleHawksbill TurtleOctopusReef SharkBamboo SharkStingrayYellow BoxfishBarracudaHard CoralSoft Coral

Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Calm, shallow reefs suit beginners, with deeper wrecks and pinnacles for advanced divers.

Hazards:
boat trafficcurrentdepth
Current Strength:

Variable

Diving Conditions

Water Temperature Now: 30.9°C

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