

Best for beginner divers, Up to 25m, boat entry, mild current.
Pancang Point is a reef dive located within the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park. The site features a reef structure extending from the surface to a maximum depth of 25 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. Access is exclusively by boat, and divers should remain aware of boat traffic during ascents. Conditions include mild currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 25 metres. Water temperatures are consistent, typically between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius. The reef supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates. Divers should be mindful of seasonal jellyfish and maintain awareness of the rock structure when navigating the site.
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February and May offer the most reliable visibility, so plan your trip around those windows if you can. Watch for boat traffic on ascent and always surface with a safety sausage, as the site is accessed entirely by boat.
Accessed by a short boat ride from Kota Kinabalu's Jesselton Point ferry terminal.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 25m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Feb, May
Species recorded around this area include various wrasses, anemonefish, butterflyfish, and lionfish, alongside reef fish and invertebrates.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers as the reef structure allows for controlled depth management down to 25 metres.
Pancang Point is accessed entirely by boat. Divers should use a safety sausage when surfacing to remain visible to boat traffic.
February and May offer the most reliable visibility for diving at this site.
While the site is primarily a dive location, the reef structure extends from the surface, allowing for potential surface observation.
Diving at Pancang Point 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 Pancang Point in Kota Kinabalu. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Divers at Pancang Point in Kota Kinabalu should be aware of jellyfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Pancang Point in Kota Kinabalu typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Pancang Point in Kota Kinabalu typically ranges from 5 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.