

Best for beginner divers, 2-14m, shore entry, mild current.
House Reef in Perhentian & Redang, Malaysia, offers a versatile mix of reef and muck terrain suitable for beginners. Accessible directly from the shore, the site ranges from 2 to 14 metres in depth with an average of 8 metres. Divers and snorkellers encounter species including Giant Moray, Zebra Lionfish, Day Octopus, and various nudibranchs like the Nembrotha and Varicose Wart Slug. The water remains warm between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius with mild currents and visibility between 5 and 15 metres. Use caution during entry due to shore break and sharp coral. Facilities including showers and equipment rental are available on site.
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Enter carefully and wear reef-safe footwear or fins with booties, as the shore break combined with sharp coral and rocks at entry makes a rushed entry uncomfortable. The site supports night snorkelling, which tends to bring out different reef behaviour and invertebrate activity than daytime visits.
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Depth
Up to 14m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
You can encounter species such as Giant Moray, Zebra Lionfish, Day Octopus, Blue Ringed Angelfish, and various nudibranchs including the Nembrotha and Varicose Wart Slug.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and shallow depths, though caution is required during shore entry.
The depth ranges from 2 to 14 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres.
House Reef is a shore-entry site. It is recommended to wear reef-safe footwear or fins with booties to navigate the shore break and sharp coral.
Yes, the site is accessible for snorkelling, and night snorkelling is also possible to observe different invertebrate activity.
The water temperature ranges from 28 to 30 degrees Celsius, with visibility between 5 and 15 metres and mild currents.
Diving at House Reef in Peninsular Malaysia: East Coast requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near House Reef in Peninsular Malaysia: East Coast. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at House Reef in Peninsular Malaysia: East Coast. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit House Reef 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.