

Best for beginner divers, 8-25m, boat entry, mild current.
Bulijong Reef is a marine reef located 1500 metres from shore within the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park. The site features a reef structure that slopes from 8 metres down to a maximum depth of 25 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Conditions are generally comfortable with mild currents and visibility ranging from 8 to 15 metres. This site is suitable for beginner divers, offering shallower sections for buoyancy practice and deeper slopes for progression. Access is by boat only. Divers should be aware of sea urchins on the reef and the potential presence of jellyfish in the water column. Maintain close contact with your boat and surface support throughout your dive.
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Check with your boat operator about jellyfish conditions before descending, as concentrations can vary by season and surface drift. Confirm current facility availability locally before your trip, as on-site amenities are not guaranteed.
Accessed by a short boat ride from Kota Kinabalu.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-25m
Visibility
8-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Apr, May
Yes, the site features mild currents and a depth range that accommodates newly certified open water divers.
The reef slopes from 8 metres down to 25 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Bulijong Reef is located 1500 metres from shore and requires boat access.
Divers should watch for sea urchins on the reef and be aware of jellyfish in the water column. Strong currents can occur, so maintain contact with your boat.
Water temperatures at the site range from 27 to 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
Diving at Bulijong Reef in Kota Kinabalu requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Bulijong Reef in Kota Kinabalu. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Bulijong Reef in Kota Kinabalu are April and May. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.