

Best for beginner divers, 1-15m, shore entry, mild current.
Romantic Beach is a shore-entry reef site located on Pulau Redang, Malaysia. The site features depths ranging from 1 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres, making it suitable for beginners. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility between 8 and 30 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, typically between 28 and 31 degrees Celsius. Facilities available at the site include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, equipment rental, and air fills. Divers should be aware of potential hazards including boat traffic, jellyfish, lionfish, sharp coral, and surf. Typical dives at this location last approximately 40 minutes.
5.92210, 102.71520
The dive centre operates a private jetty three minutes from the Kuala Besut bus station for boat transfers to the island.
Access is via boat from Kuala Besut Jetty, which takes approximately 45 minutes.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 15m
Visibility
8-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners with an average depth of 10 metres and mild currents.
The depth ranges from 1 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Romantic Beach is a shore-entry dive site.
Divers should be cautious of boat traffic, jellyfish, lionfish, sharp coral, and surf.
The site provides parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, equipment rental, and air fills.
Diving at Romantic Beach in Kuala Besut requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Romantic Beach in Kuala Besut. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Romantic Beach in Kuala Besut. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
Romantic Beach in Kuala Besut typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Romantic Beach in Kuala Besut typically ranges from 8 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.