

Best for advanced divers, Up to 40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Hawksbill Highway is a marine site located off Mataking Island, featuring a combination of reef, wall, and drift topography. The site reaches depths of 40 metres and is accessible only by boat. Divers encounter moderate currents, which can occasionally strengthen. Due to the significant depth, potential for strong currents, and the presence of overhead environments and sharks, this site is suited for advanced divers. Water temperatures remain consistent between 29 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Divers should confirm local permit and access requirements prior to departure, as the area is subject to strict entry controls.
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Despite the open water certification requirement listed, the combination of 40-metre depth, moderate to strong current, shark presence, and overhead environments makes this a dive that genuinely rewards experience beyond the minimum qualification, so consider your actual logged depth and drift experience before committing. Confirm current permit and access conditions locally before departure, as Sipadan operates under a strictly controlled daily entry permit system.
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Depth
Up to 40m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Apr, Dec
The site reaches a maximum depth of 40 metres.
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the 40-metre depth, moderate to strong currents, and overhead environments.
Access to Hawksbill Highway is by boat only.
The recommended months for diving at this site are April and December.
Hazards include significant depth, overhead environments, sharks, and moderate to strong currents.
Diving at Hawksbill Highway in Semporna requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Hawksbill Highway in Semporna. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Hawksbill Highway in Semporna are April and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Hawksbill Highway in Semporna. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.