

Best for beginner divers, 3-12m, boat entry, mild current.
Thomok Island is a reef site located 500 metres off the coast of Tioman Island, Malaysia. This site is suitable for beginners, offering a shallow depth range between 3 and 12 metres. Access is exclusively by boat. Divers can expect mild currents, though conditions vary, with visibility ranging from 5 to 20 metres. The water temperature remains warm throughout the year, typically between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius. Typical dives at this location last approximately 45 minutes. Hazards at the site include sharp coral and the potential for strong currents. No specific marine life data is available for this location.
2.79020, 104.17000
Luggage can be stored at the Tioman Reef Divers office before check-in or after check-out while diving.
Accessible by boat from Tioman Island. Dive centres are located in villages like Kampung Tekek and Kampung Genting.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-12m
Visibility
5-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners with an average depth of 12 metres.
Access to this reef site is by boat only, as it is located 500 metres from the shore.
The depth at Thomok Island ranges from 3 to 12 metres.
Divers should be aware of sharp coral and the possibility of strong currents.
Diving at Thomok Island in Kampung Tekek requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Thomok Island in Kampung Tekek. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Thomok Island in Kampung Tekek are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Thomok Island in Kampung Tekek typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Thomok Island in Kampung Tekek typically ranges from 5 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.