

Best for beginner divers, 2-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Mangrove Corner is a sheltered reef dive located within Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park. The site features a depth range of 2 to 18 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. Conditions are generally mild, with water temperatures between 27 and 30C and visibility ranging from 5 to 15 metres. Access is strictly by boat, and divers must remain vigilant regarding boat traffic during ascent and at the surface. It is recommended to carry and deploy a surface marker buoy before leaving the bottom. Divers should avoid contact with sharp coral and rocks during entry and exit to prevent injury.
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Position yourself slightly downcurrent of moray eel cleaning stations and wait motionless.
Boat access from shallow anchorage.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 18m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Apr, May
The reef supports a variety of reef fish, including wrasses, zebra lionfish, titan triggerfish, and ocellaris anemonefish.
Yes, the site is considered a comfortable choice for newly certified divers due to its sheltered nature and mild currents.
The reef runs from 2 to 18 metres deep.
This is a boat-entry site located 3200 metres from shore; boat access is required.
The main hazards include boat traffic at the surface and potential strong currents that can develop along the wall and pinnacle areas.
Diving at Mangrove corner 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 Mangrove corner in Kota Kinabalu. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Mangrove corner in Kota Kinabalu are April and May. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Mangrove corner in Kota Kinabalu typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Mangrove corner in Kota Kinabalu typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.