

Best for beginner divers, 6-18m, boat entry, moderate current.
Oil Rig Reef is a decommissioned oil rig structure located within the Bolkiah Wreck Site. Sunk in the 1990s, the wreckage covers a 100 square metre area and functions as an artificial reef. The site features depths ranging from 6 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. Divers can explore the rig structure, which sits alongside a nearby reef area with a bottom depth of approximately 8 metres. Access is by boat only, located 1609 metres from shore. Conditions include moderate currents and visibility ranging from 3 to 20 metres. Divers should be aware of potential hazards including entanglement and sharp coral.
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The adjacent shallow reef area is suitable for safety stops and extending nitrogen off-gassing for divers flying the next day.
Approximately 30 minutes by boat from Muara jetty.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-18m
Visibility
3-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The site ranges from 6 to 18 metres in depth, with an average depth of 12 metres.
This is a boat dive located 1609 metres from the shore.
Divers should exercise caution regarding potential entanglement with the structure and sharp coral.
Diving at Oil Rig Reef in Muara requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Oil Rig Reef in Muara. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Oil Rig Reef in Muara are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Oil Rig Reef in Muara. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Oil Rig Reef in Muara typically ranges from 3 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.