

Best for intermediate divers, 24-35m, boat entry, moderate current.
Tanjung Pasir is a deep-water site featuring a combination of reef, wall, and drift topography. Located 26 kilometres from shore, it requires boat access and is suited for intermediate divers due to depths ranging from 24 to 35 metres. Divers should expect moderate currents, surge, and swell, particularly along the wall sections. Visibility varies between 10 and 30 metres, with water temperatures consistently between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius. The site includes artificial reef structures, which present an entanglement risk; maintain proper buoyancy and monitor equipment lines throughout the dive. Guided tours, air fills, and equipment rental are available to assist with the challenging conditions.
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Current at Tanjung Pasir can shift quickly and strengthen at depth, so brief carefully with your guide before descending and agree on a turn-around depth and ascent signal. Renting a surface marker buoy if you have not brought your own is straightforward given the equipment rental available on site.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
24-35m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
The site ranges from 24 to 35 metres, with an average depth of 28 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the depth, moderate currents, and potential for surge.
Boat access is required to reach Tanjung Pasir, which is located 26 kilometres from the shore.
Hazards include the deep profile, strong currents, surge, and an entanglement risk associated with the artificial reef structures.
No, this is a deep dive site with an average depth of 28 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Tanjung Pasir in Pulau Tenggol. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Tanjung Pasir in Pulau Tenggol. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
Expect moderate currents at Tanjung Pasir in Pulau Tenggol. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Tanjung Pasir in Pulau Tenggol typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.