Mandarin Bay Suggest edit

Malaysia Suggest · Sabah Suggest

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended cert

18Max dive depth

18.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

50 minAvg dive time

March to OctoberBest months

27.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

25.0–28.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Mandarin Bay is a picturesque dive site located on Sibuan Island in Sabah, Malaysia. Known for its vibrant marine life and stunning coral reefs, it offers divers a chance to explore a rich underwater ecosystem.

The dive site features a mix of coral gardens and sandy bottoms, with opportunities to see a variety of fish species, including the famous Mandarin fish. The underwater topography is relatively gentle, making it suitable for divers of varying experience levels.

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): 25.0–28.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: Yes
Diving permits may be required for access to marine parks.
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Bottom types:
coral sand rock Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Best lighting during early morning or late afternoon; macro photography is recommended.

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