

Best for beginner divers, 18-16m, boat entry, mild current.
Semanjing is a reef dive located 500 metres off the coast of Tioman Island, Malaysia. The site features a reef structure at depths ranging from 16 to 18 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. Conditions are generally manageable with mild currents and visibility between 8 and 15 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, typically between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius. Divers access the site by boat for a typical dive duration of 45 minutes. Exercise caution regarding buoyancy to avoid contact with sharp coral and rocks, and remain vigilant for stonefish, which can be difficult to spot against the reef substrate.
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Watch where you place your hands and knees at all times as stonefish can be difficult to spot against the reef substrate. Confirm boat operator schedules locally, as facilities at this site can vary.
Accessible by boat from Tioman Island. Dive centres are located in Kampung Tekek and Kampung Genting.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-16m
Visibility
8-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners as it features moderate depths of 16 to 18 metres and mild currents.
The reef sits at depths between 16 and 18 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Access to this site is by boat only, which is located 500 metres from the shore.
Divers should be aware of sharp coral and rocks on the reef. Additionally, stonefish are present and can be difficult to spot, so maintain awareness of your surroundings and hand placement.
Diving at Semanjing in Kampung Tekek requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Semanjing in Kampung Tekek. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Semanjing in Kampung Tekek are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Semanjing in Kampung Tekek typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Semanjing in Kampung Tekek typically ranges from 8 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.