

Best for advanced divers, 25-65m, boat entry, moderate current.
North Point is a wall dive located at the northern tip of Sipadan Island, Malaysia. The site features a wall dropping from 25 metres to 65 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres. Due to converging water masses, this site is a drift dive characterised by moderate to strong currents and potential down currents. Visibility fluctuates between 10 and 30 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site is suited for advanced divers with strong buoyancy control. Divers must remain aware of boat traffic and manage their depth carefully. Briefings regarding current direction and ascent plans are essential before entering the water.
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Briefings from your dive guide are not optional at North Point: current direction and strength can shift without much warning, and knowing your abort depth and ascent plan before you enter the water is essential. Boat traffic around Sipadan is steady throughout the day, so maintain good buddy contact during ascent and deploy your SMB early.
Accessible by boat from Kota Kinabalu.
Recorded at this site
Depth
25-65m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the depth, potential for strong currents, and down currents.
The wall drops from 25 metres down to 65 metres, with an average dive depth of 30 metres.
North Point is a boat-only dive site located 35 kilometres from shore.
Water temperatures range from 27C to 29C throughout the year.
Divers should be prepared for moderate to strong currents, down currents, variable visibility, and boat traffic.
Diving at North Point in Sabah requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at North Point in Sabah. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.