

Best for intermediate divers, 5-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Hanging Gardens is a reef and wall site in Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park featuring vertical terrain that drops from 5 metres to 40 metres. With an average depth of 15 metres, the site is suited for intermediate divers. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 40 metres, while water temperatures remain stable between 27 and 30C. Divers must be aware of moderate currents and potential hazards including boat traffic, sharp coral, and entanglement risks near artificial structures. Access is by boat only, and divers should carry a surface marker buoy for ascents due to active boat traffic in the area.
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Current can build quickly at depth, so plan your dive to work with the flow rather than against it, and always carry a surface marker buoy for your ascent given the boat traffic above. Access is by boat only, with toilet facilities available on board or at the departure point.
Access from the shore or from Mabul or Kapalai Island.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-40m
Visibility
10-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
The site features a wall and reef structure that drops from 5 metres down to 40 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers and requires at least an Advanced Open Water certification.
Access to Hanging Gardens is by boat only.
Divers should remain alert for boat traffic, sharp coral, and entanglement risks near artificial reef structures. Additionally, moderate currents can build quickly at depth.
Yes, the site is open to both diving and snorkelling activities.
Diving at Hanging Gardens 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 Hanging Gardens in Semporna. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Expect moderate currents at Hanging Gardens in Semporna. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Hanging Gardens in Semporna typically ranges from 10 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.