

Best for beginner divers, 7-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Batu Layar is a reef site located off Pulau Redang, Malaysia, suitable for beginner divers. The site features depths ranging from 7 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 14 metres. Access is strictly by boat, and divers should remain aware of boat traffic in the area. Conditions are generally mild, with visibility typically between 10 and 25 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, ranging from 28C to 31C. A typical dive at this location lasts approximately 50 minutes.
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The site is reached by boat from the nearby Perhentian Islands.
Recorded at this site
Depth
7-18m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Mar, Oct
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The site has a depth range of 7 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 14 metres.
Batu Layar requires boat access; it is not a shore dive.
The best months to visit are March and October.
Divers should be cautious of boat traffic in the area.
Diving at Batu Layar in Kota Baharu requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Batu Layar in Kota Baharu. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
Batu Layar in Kota Baharu typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Batu Layar in Kota Baharu typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.