

Best for beginner divers, 7m, shore entry, mild current.
Salang Jetty on Tioman Island is an artificial reef and muck diving site accessible via shore entry. The site maintains a consistent depth of 7 metres, making it suitable for beginners. Divers experience mild currents and visibility ranging from 8 to 30 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, between 28C and 30C. The site supports night diving and features nearby dive shop facilities and gear storage. Species recorded around this area include various wrasses, anemonefish, moray eels, and nudibranchs. Divers should be aware of sharp coral present in the area.
2.87620, 104.15200
Kampung Salang is known as the diver's village, offering a lively backpacker and diver atmosphere with multiple dive centres and beachfront chalets.
Accessible by ferry from Mersing or Tanjung Gemok, disembarking at the Salang jetty.
Recorded at this site
Depth
7m
Visibility
8-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow 7-metre depth and mild currents.
While not confirmed at this exact site, species recorded around this area include wrasses, Ocellaris anemonefish, Bluespotted fantail rays, and various nudibranchs.
Access to Salang Jetty is via shore entry.
Yes, the shallow 7-metre depth makes this site accessible for snorkelling.
The average depth at Salang Jetty is 7 metres.
Diving at Salang Jetty in Kampung Salang requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Salang Jetty in Kampung Salang. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Salang Jetty in Kampung Salang are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Salang Jetty in Kampung Salang should be aware of sharks, lionfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Salang Jetty in Kampung Salang typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Salang Jetty in Kampung Salang typically ranges from 8 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.