

Best for beginner divers, 10-19m, boat entry, mild current.
Tanjung Gemuk is a reef site in the Perhentian and Redang region of Malaysia, offering depths between 10 and 19 metres. This site is suitable for beginner divers, featuring mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 25 metres. The topography includes cave and swim-through sections, requiring careful depth monitoring to avoid overhead hazards. Access is strictly by boat, and divers should remain close to their guide due to the moderate currents. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, typically between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius. As there are no confirmed facilities at the site, all necessary equipment must be brought on the boat.
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Access is by boat only, so confirm departure times and return schedules with your operator before gearing up. Facilities at the site are unconfirmed, so carry everything you need on the boat.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
10-19m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, with a comfortable depth range of 10 to 19 metres and mild currents that keep buoyancy manageable.
Access to this site is by boat only. You should confirm departure and return schedules with your dive operator before heading out.
The average depth at Tanjung Gemuk is 10 metres, with the reef structure extending down to 19 metres.
Divers should monitor their depth carefully when navigating the cave and swim-through sections to avoid overhead hazards and stay close to their guide to manage the currents.
Diving at Tanjung Gemuk in Peninsular Malaysia: East Coast requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Tanjung Gemuk in Peninsular Malaysia: East Coast. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Tanjung Gemuk in Peninsular Malaysia: East Coast are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Tanjung Gemuk in Peninsular Malaysia: East Coast typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Tanjung Gemuk in Peninsular Malaysia: East Coast typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.