

Best for intermediate divers, 15-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Tanjung Tukas Laut is a reef and drop-off site located off Pulau Redang. The topography features a wall descending from 15 to 30 metres, providing an open-water column for exploration. Divers can expect water temperatures between 28 and 31 degrees Celsius and visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site is suited for intermediate divers due to potential surges and shifting conditions. Species recorded around this area include various wrasses, butterflyfish, groupers, and reef sharks. Divers should maintain close proximity to the boat during entry and exit to manage currents and monitor depth gauges carefully.
5.88410, 102.76972
The site is located at the southern tip of Perhentian Besar.
Boat access only. Arrange a local boat transfer or snorkeling trip from Kuala Besut Jetty.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, butterflyfish, groupers, and reef sharks.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the presence of surges and variable conditions.
The reef and drop-off structure descends from 15 to 30 metres.
This site is accessible by boat only.
This site is primarily a dive location with depths starting at 15 metres.
Diving at Tanjung Tukas Laut in Kuala Besut requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Tanjung Tukas Laut in Kuala Besut. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Tanjung Tukas Laut in Kuala Besut are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Tanjung Tukas Laut in Kuala Besut typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Tanjung Tukas Laut in Kuala Besut typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.