

Best for beginner divers, 5-15m, boat entry, mild current.
Intan Bay is a reef dive located in the Perhentian Islands, Malaysia, suitable for beginner divers. The site features depths ranging from 5 to 15 metres, with an average of 12 metres. Access is exclusively by boat, situated 30 kilometres from the shore. Divers encounter mild currents and visibility that fluctuates between 5 and 20 metres. Water temperatures remain warm, consistently between 28 and 31 degrees Celsius. Due to the presence of sharp coral and rocks, careful buoyancy control is required. April and November are the most reliable months for visiting this site, which typically offers 30-minute dives.
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Watch your buoyancy carefully around the reef structure, as the coral and rocks are sharp and low visibility days can make it harder to judge distance. A boat dive means you rely on the operator's schedule, so confirm departure times and whether they provide a dive guide who knows the site layout.
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Depth
5-15m
Visibility
5-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
30 min
Best Time
Apr, Nov
Yes, the site is well-suited to newly certified divers due to the shallow depths and mild currents.
The site ranges from 5 to 15 metres in depth, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Intan Bay is a boat-only dive site located 30 kilometres from the shore.
April and November are the best months for calmer seas and cleaner water conditions.
Divers should be cautious of sharp coral and rocks, as well as variable visibility which can affect distance perception.
Diving at Intan Bay in Pantai Cenang requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Intan Bay in Pantai Cenang. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Intan Bay in Pantai Cenang are April and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Intan Bay in Pantai Cenang typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Intan Bay in Pantai Cenang typically ranges from 5 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.