

Best for advanced divers, 5-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Cliff Hanger is a wall and drift dive site located off Mataking Island, Malaysia. The topography features a reef shelf that transitions into a wall, dropping from 5 metres to over 30 metres. Divers typically experience moderate currents, though these can shift quickly to strong surges. With visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres and water temperatures between 28 and 30C, the site is suited for advanced divers. Boat access is required for this location. Hazards include significant depth, strong currents, and the presence of sharks. Divers should maintain buoyancy control to avoid contact with the seabed and be aware of stonefish and lionfish within the reef structures.
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Current at Cliff Hanger can shift quickly from moderate to strong, so confirm conditions with your dive guide before descending and carry a surface marker buoy for every dive. Night dives here are logistically dependent on your operator's schedule, so book those slots in advance.
Access via boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Apr, Dec
The site ranges from 5 metres to over 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
No, Cliff Hanger is intended for advanced divers due to the depth, potential for strong currents, and the requirement for precise buoyancy control.
Access to Cliff Hanger is by boat only.
The best months for diving conditions at this site are April and December.
Diving at Cliff Hanger in Semporna requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Cliff Hanger in Semporna. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Cliff Hanger in Semporna are April and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Cliff Hanger in Semporna. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Cliff Hanger in Semporna typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.