

Best for beginner divers, 14-24m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Awas Reef, located off Pulau Mabul, offers a diverse underwater environment featuring a combination of muck, natural reef, and artificial reef structures. The site spans a depth range of 14 to 24 metres, with an average depth of 9 metres. Conditions are generally mild, with visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres and water temperatures between 29 and 30 degrees Celsius. Accessible by both shore and boat, the site is suitable for beginner divers. Divers should be aware of potential hazards, including entanglement, jellyfish, low visibility, sharp coral, and stonefish. Always monitor your depth and be cautious of boat traffic when surfacing.
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Watch where you put your hands and knees around the rocky and artificial sections, as stonefish blend into the substrate and sharp coral edges can catch you off guard. The site is shore-accessible with full facilities on site, so there is no need to rush your kit-up.
Right off the jetty in front of Scuba-Junkie Mabul Beach Resort.
Recorded at this site
Depth
14-24m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers due to the mild currents and comfortable water temperatures.
The site ranges from 14 to 24 metres deep, with an average depth of 9 metres.
Awas Reef is accessible by both shore and boat.
Divers should watch for entanglement, jellyfish, low visibility, sharp coral, and stonefish. Additionally, be mindful of boat traffic when surfacing.
Yes, the site provides parking, toilets, showers, air fills, a dive shop, guided tours, and equipment rental.
Diving at Awas Reef in Kobang requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Awas Reef in Kobang typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Awas Reef in Kobang typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.