

Best for beginner divers, 3-7m, boat entry, mild current.
The Rock is a shallow reef site in Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, Malaysia, featuring depths between 3 and 7 metres. With an average depth of 5 metres and mild currents, it is well suited for beginner divers. Visibility is consistently 30 metres, providing clear views of the reef structure. Water temperatures range from 28 to 31 degrees Celsius. Access to the site is by boat only, located 4000 metres from the shore. Divers should maintain good buoyancy and careful fin placement to avoid contact with sharp coral and rock formations, which can cause cuts.
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February and May offer the most reliable conditions, so plan your trip around those months if your schedule allows. Watch where you place your hands and fins around the reef structure, as the rocks and coral edges are sharp enough to cut through a thin wetsuit.
Accessed by boat from Kota Kinabalu, typically within a 1 hour journey.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-7m
Visibility
30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Feb, May
Yes, the site is well suited to newly certified divers due to its shallow depth and mild currents.
The site ranges from 3 to 7 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres.
Boat access is required to reach The Rock, which is situated 4000 metres from the shore.
February and May offer the most reliable conditions for diving at this site.
The primary hazard is sharp coral and rock, which can cut through wetsuits, so careful fin placement is advised.
Diving at The Rock 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 The Rock in Kota Kinabalu. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
The Rock in Kota Kinabalu typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at The Rock in Kota Kinabalu typically ranges from 30 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.