Coral gardens Suggest edit

Malaysia Suggest · Sabah Suggest

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

45 minAvg dive time

April to DecemberBest months

27.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

26.0–29.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Coral Gardens is a vibrant dive site located near Sipadan Island in Sabah, Malaysia. Known for its stunning coral formations and diverse marine life, it provides an excellent environment for both novice and experienced divers.

The dive features beautiful coral reefs teeming with colorful fish, including various species of reef fish, turtles, and occasionally larger pelagic species. The site is characterized by shallow areas ideal for exploration and photography.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 27.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 26.0–29.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: Yes
Diving permits are required for Sipadan Island.
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Bottom types:
coral sand rock Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Wide-angle lenses recommended for capturing coral and marine life.

Location

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