

Best for beginner divers, 6-20m, shore entry, moderate current.
Smart House Reef is an artificial reef located off Sipadan Island, Malaysia. This shore-entry site is suitable for beginners, offering depths ranging from 6 to 20 metres with an average depth of 13 metres. Divers can expect moderate currents and visibility around 10 metres. The site is well-equipped with facilities including parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station. Equipment rental, air fills, and guided tours are available on-site, alongside a cafe and gear storage. Night diving is permitted at this location. The site has been documented through dive records spanning from 2012 to 2019.
4.17620, 118.67800
The rig lift is used for house reef dives, and the rig jump is a popular activity for guests.
The site is accessed via an elevator-style dive platform on the Seaventures Dive Rig, located 26 kilometres from Semporna.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-20m
Visibility
10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is classified as suitable for beginner divers.
The site has a depth range of 6 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 13 metres.
Smart House Reef is accessed via a shore entry.
Yes, night diving is available at Smart House Reef.
Water temperatures at the site range between 29C and 30C throughout the year.
Diving at Smart House Reef in Semporna requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Smart House Reef in Semporna. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Smart House Reef in Semporna. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Smart House Reef in Semporna are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.