

Best for beginner divers, 8-20m, boat entry, moderate current.
Chek Isa is a reef site located at Pulau Redang, Malaysia, offering depths between 8 and 20 metres with an average of 14 metres. This site is accessible only by boat and is suitable for beginners. Divers can expect moderate currents and visibility ranging from 18 to 30 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, fluctuating between 28 and 31 degrees Celsius. The site supports night diving and typically features 40-minute dives. Due to the presence of jellyfish in the water column, particularly during descent and ascent, wearing a full wetsuit or skin suit is recommended for protection.
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Watch for jellyfish in the water column, particularly when descending and ascending, and consider a full wetsuit or skin suit for protection. A guided tour is worth booking here, as local dive guides know exactly where to find the turtles and rays on any given day.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
8-20m
Visibility
18-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The site supports a variety of marine life, though specific species observations are not confirmed for this location.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though it requires boat access and at least an Open Water certification.
The reef ranges from 8 to 20 metres deep, with an average depth of 14 metres.
Chek Isa is a boat-only dive site.
Yes, night diving is available at this site.
Jellyfish are present in the water column, so divers should remain vigilant during descent and ascent.
Diving at Chek Isa in Peninsular Malaysia: East Coast requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Chek Isa in Peninsular Malaysia: East Coast. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Chek Isa in Peninsular Malaysia: East Coast 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 Chek Isa in Peninsular Malaysia: East Coast. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Chek Isa in Peninsular Malaysia: East Coast typically ranges from 18 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.