

Best for beginner divers, 5-25m, boat entry, mild current.
Eye Candy is a reef site located off Mataking Island, Malaysia, offering depths between 5 and 25 metres. Reached exclusively by boat, the site features a reef structure suitable for beginner divers. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres, though conditions can vary. Water temperatures remain between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius, although cold upwellings may occur during summer months. Divers should be aware of variable currents, potential jellyfish, and sharp coral. Always monitor water movement closely during entry and throughout the dive, maintaining proximity to the reef structure if currents strengthen.
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April and November are the recommended months to visit, when conditions tend to be at their most settled. Check locally on the day for current and entry conditions before heading out, as hazards including stronger currents, jellyfish, and a shore break at entry can vary with little warning.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-25m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Apr, Nov
Yes, the site is rated for beginner divers, though it requires boat access and careful monitoring of variable currents.
The reef ranges from 5 metres to 25 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Access to Eye Candy is by boat only.
April and November are the recommended months to visit, as conditions tend to be at their most settled.
Divers should watch for jellyfish, rip currents, sharp coral, strong currents, and surf. Conditions can change with little warning.
Diving at Eye Candy 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 Eye Candy in Kota Kinabalu. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Eye Candy in Kota Kinabalu are April and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Eye Candy in Kota Kinabalu typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Eye Candy in Kota Kinabalu typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.