

Best for beginner divers, 10-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Tanjung Tokong is a reef site located off Pulau Redang, Malaysia, offering depths between 10 and 30 metres. The site is accessible only by boat and is suitable for beginners, who typically focus on the shallower sections of the reef. Divers can expect moderate currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 25 metres. Water temperatures remain warm, between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Due to the presence of jellyfish and potential for changing currents, divers are advised to stay close to their guide. Protective footwear is recommended to avoid injury from sharp coral, rock, sea urchins, stonefish, and lionfish.
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The moderate current can pick up without much warning, so stay close to your guide and be ready to use the reef for shelter if needed. Jellyfish are an occasional hazard, so a full wetsuit or skin suit is worth wearing even in the warm water.
Travel to Kuala Dungun jetty, then take a boat to Tenggol Island. The boat ride takes about 50 minutes.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-30m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
55 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though they should remain in the shallower sections of the reef.
The reef depth ranges from 10 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 23 metres.
Tanjung Tokong is a boat dive; a boat is required to access the site.
Visibility ranges from 10 to 25 metres, and water temperatures are between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius. Moderate currents are common.
Divers should watch for jellyfish and moderate currents. Protective footwear is recommended to avoid injury from sharp coral, rock, sea urchins, stonefish, and lionfish.
Diving at Tanjung Tokong in Kuala Dungun requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Tanjung Tokong in Kuala Dungun. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Tanjung Tokong in Kuala Dungun are April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.