

Best for beginner divers, 8-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Paku Besar at Pulau Redang offers a combination of reef and wall topography suitable for beginners. Divers and snorkellers can explore depths ranging from 8 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. The site features mild currents and visibility typically between 15 and 30 metres. Water temperatures remain warm, fluctuating between 28 and 31 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Access is strictly by boat, and divers should be aware of boat traffic. Species recorded around this area include green sea turtles, giant moray eels, titan triggerfish, and bluespotted fantail rays. Always deploy a delayed surface marker buoy before ascending due to local boat activity.
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Stay well clear of titan triggerfish if you spot them hovering above a sandy nest on the bottom, as they will defend it aggressively in a cone shape upward toward the surface. Boat traffic around the site can be busy, so always surface with a delayed surface marker buoy deployed before you ascend.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
8-18m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Species recorded around this area include green sea turtles, giant moray eels, titan triggerfish, bluespotted fantail rays, wrasses, and ocellaris anemonefish.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and manageable depths.
The depth ranges from 8 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Boat access is required for this site, which is located 45 kilometres from the shore.
Yes, Paku Besar is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
Be cautious of boat traffic and always deploy a surface marker buoy before ascending. Additionally, maintain distance from titan triggerfish if they are guarding nests on the seabed.
Diving at Paku Besar 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 Paku Besar 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 Paku Besar in Peninsular Malaysia: East Coast. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
Paku Besar in Peninsular Malaysia: East Coast typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Paku Besar in Peninsular Malaysia: East Coast typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.