

Best for beginner divers, 5-25m, boat entry, mild current.
Eel Garden is located on the southwestern fringe of the reef at Mabul Island, Malaysia. This site features a sandy plateau that transitions into reef patches, offering a mix of muck and reef diving. Divers can expect depths ranging from 5 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Conditions are generally mild, though visibility varies between 5 and 20 metres. Access to this site is by boat only. It is suitable for beginners and supports night diving, with typical dive times around 50 minutes. Divers should be aware of sharp coral present in the area.
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Colourful basslets and anthias are found on top of the reef for your safety stop.
Entry is usually by boat or shore dive.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-25m
Visibility
5-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
The provided data does not contain specific information regarding the marine life present at this site.
Yes, this site is suitable for beginner divers.
The site ranges from 5 to 25 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Eel Garden is a boat-only dive site.
Yes, Eel Garden has a snorkel rating of 3 out of 5.
Diving at Eel Garden in Kobang requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Eel Garden in Kobang. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Eel Garden in Kobang are May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Eel Garden in Kobang typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Eel Garden in Kobang typically ranges from 5 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.