

Best for intermediate divers, 10-18m, boat entry, moderate current.
Soft Coral Garden is a reef site located off Mataking Island, Malaysia, characterised by extensive soft coral growth. The site typically ranges from 10 to 18 metres in depth, though the seabed drops to 40 metres. Divers experience consistent visibility of 30 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site is suited for intermediate divers comfortable with moderate currents. Because current strength and direction can shift unexpectedly, divers should coordinate a drift plan and pick-up point with the boat crew before entry. Hazards include the presence of sharks and the potential for strong currents, requiring careful monitoring of depth and conditions throughout the 50-minute dive.
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Current can shift direction and strength without much warning at this site, so check conditions with your operator before descending and agree on a drift plan and pick-up point with the boat crew.
Located towards the south on the eastern side of Sipadan. Accessed by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-18m
Visibility
30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The site typically ranges from 10 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 14 metres, though the reef drops to 40 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers who are comfortable managing moderate currents and buoyancy.
Soft Coral Garden is a boat-only dive site. You must coordinate your entry and exit with the boat crew due to shifting currents.
Divers should be aware of sharks and the potential for strong, shifting currents that require careful monitoring during the dive.
Diving at Soft Coral Garden in Kobang requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Soft Coral Garden in Kobang. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Soft Coral Garden in Kobang are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Soft Coral Garden in Kobang. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Soft Coral Garden in Kobang typically ranges from 30 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.