

Best for beginner divers, 1-10m, shore entry, mild current.
Datai Bay, located in the Perhentian Islands, features a well-preserved reef and artificial reef structure surrounding the islet of Pulau Anak Datai. This shore-entry site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 1 to 10 metres and an average depth of 5 metres. Snorkellers can expect mild currents and visibility between 5 and 15 metres. The habitat supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, between 29 and 31C. Facilities including showers, toilets, changing rooms, and parking are available, along with local dive shops offering guided tours.
6.42500, 99.67500
Visitors are encouraged to keep a lookout for Indo-Pacific humpback dolphins which frequent the bay in search of food.
Datai Bay is a 40-minute drive from Langkawi International Airport and a 50-minute drive from Pantai Cenang and Pantai Tengah.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
Up to 10m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
29-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
The site supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region's habitat.
Yes, Datai Bay is suitable for beginners, offering shore access and relatively shallow depths.
The depth ranges from 1 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres.
Datai Bay is a shore-entry site.
Yes, this site is rated 4 out of 5 for snorkelling.
Divers and snorkellers should be cautious of jellyfish and sharp coral in the area.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Datai Bay (Pulau Anak Datai) in Langkawi. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 31°C.
Datai Bay (Pulau Anak Datai) in Langkawi typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Datai Bay (Pulau Anak Datai) in Langkawi typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.