

Best for advanced divers, 5-40m, boat entry, strong current.
Barracuda Point is a drift dive site located off Mabul Island, Malaysia, featuring a wall that descends from 5m to 40m. This site is suited for advanced divers due to the strong currents and potential for surge. Access is exclusively by boat. Visibility varies significantly, ranging from 5m to 50m depending on conditions. Species recorded around this area include Napoleon Wrasse, Giant Trevally, various nudibranchs, and several species of moray eels and anglerfish. Divers should be aware of hazards including deep water, entanglement risks, sharp coral, and strong currents.
4.19440, 118.63200
You would be unlucky to dive Barracuda Point and not see the barracuda; keep an eye out in the blue for a foreboding dark mass.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
5-40m
Visibility
5-50m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
60 min
Species recorded around this area include Napoleon Wrasse, Giant Trevally, Peacock Mantis Shrimp, Warty Anglerfish, Giant Frogfish, Ornate Ghostpipefish, Broadclub Cuttlefish, Day Octopus, and various nudibranchs and moray eels.
No, Barracuda Point is intended for advanced divers due to the strong currents and deep water conditions.
The site features a wall with a depth range of 5m to 40m.
This is a boat-only dive site; a boat is required to access the location.
The site is designated for diving and is generally unsuitable for snorkelling due to the depth and strong currents.
Diving at Barracuda Point in Semporna requires the following certifications: AOW. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Barracuda Point in Semporna. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
Divers at Barracuda Point in Semporna should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Barracuda Point in Semporna can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Barracuda Point in Semporna typically ranges from 5 metres to 50 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.