

Best for beginner divers, 12-18m, boat entry, moderate current.
Takong Rakit is a reef site located off Aur and Dayang Islands, Malaysia. The site features a reef structure at depths ranging from 12 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Visibility typically varies between 10 and 30 metres. This is a boat-only dive site characterised by moderate currents, requiring divers to possess basic buoyancy control skills. Water temperatures remain consistent between 28 and 30C throughout the year. Divers should be aware that sharks are present at this site and maintain situational awareness during both boat entry and the dive itself. Consult a local operator regarding tidal windows to identify optimal slack water conditions.
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Because current is moderate and this is a boat dive, ask your operator about the best tidal window before heading out, as slack water will make the dive considerably easier for less experienced divers. Confirm facilities in advance, as services at the departure point can vary.
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Depth
12-18m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though the moderate current requires basic buoyancy control skills.
The reef sits at depths between 12 and 18 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site; you must arrange transport through a local dive operator.
Sharks are present at this site. Divers should maintain awareness of their surroundings at all times during the boat entry and throughout the dive.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Takong Rakit in Johor. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Takong Rakit in Johor are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Takong Rakit in Johor. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Takong Rakit in Johor typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.