

Best for intermediate divers, 20-25m, boat entry, moderate current.
Captain Point is a reef drift dive located off Aur and Dayang Islands, Malaysia. The site reaches depths of 20 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 22 metres. Divers encounter moderate currents, which require solid buoyancy control and experience reading water movement. Visibility at the site ranges from 10 to 30 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site is suitable for intermediate divers. Night diving is available, offering a different perspective of the reef. Species recorded around this area include groupers, wrasses, pink skunk anemonefish, foxface rabbitfish, eightband butterflyfish, elongate clams, rabbitfish, cushion stars, sea cucumbers, chromis, and triplefins.
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Dive trips must be arranged through operators based in Mersing or Singapore as there are no permanent dive shops on-site.
Remote and off-the-beaten-track, accessible via boat trips arranged from Mersing or Singapore.
Recorded at this site
Depth
20-25m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Species recorded around this area include groupers, wrasses, pink skunk anemonefish, foxface rabbitfish, eightband butterflyfish, elongate clams, rabbitfish, cushion stars, sea cucumbers, chromis, and triplefins.
No, Captain Point is classified for intermediate divers due to the moderate currents and the need for buoyancy control.
The site reaches depths of 20 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 22 metres.
Captain Point is a boat-only dive site.
The site is primarily a drift dive for scuba divers, and there is no information provided regarding suitability for snorkelling.
Diving at Captain point in Johor requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Captain point in Johor. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Captain point in Johor are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Captain point in Johor should be aware of sharks, stonefish, blue ringed octopus, jellyfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Expect moderate currents at Captain point in Johor. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Captain point in Johor typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.