Scuba Diving in Malaysia

Malaysia has an array of fantastic diving destinationsof effusive coral growth.
which beckon the divers all over the world. SipidanSipadan Island
Island and Layang Layang are the two most soughtAny mention of scuba diving in Malaysia is incomplete
after places. Memories of scuba diving in Malaysiawithout Sipadan Island. As one of the top scuba
keep on delighting the visitors even after monthscentres in the world, Sipadan is a must visit for any
have passed. Every diving spot in the country hasscuba diving lover. Sipadan is a well-known name in
something of its own, and together, they make thediving circles. Its name is synonymous with
experience unparalleled.hammerhead sharks, colorful reef fish and sea turtles.
Diving SpotsThe huge drop off in Siapadan is the destination of
Most diving spots in Malaysia are located in Sabah.many a diver all over the world. Water conditions and
Apart from it, some popular scuba diving destinationsfacilities are fine.
are Pulau Perhentian, Pulau Redang, Pulau Kapas,Layang Layang
Mabul, Kapalai, Pulau Tioman, Pulau Lang Tengah andThe island, located off Borneo, presents wonderful
Pulau Tenggol. Scuba diving here gives one thediving opportunities. Thanks to the coral atoll situated
opportunity to enjoy fantastic coral and marine life.by deep waters, one can enjoy outstanding wall
Varying depth of ocean around Sabah makes marinediving. Any time, one could meet species like
life here different from the waters of Peninsularhammerhead sharks. There is astounding variety of
Malaysia. Expert divers prefer to head for Pulaucorals, both hard and soft. Creatures like turtles,
Sipadan or Layang Layang.triggerfish and manta rays are found in the reefs.
Variety of Diving ExperiencesDiving season in Layang Layang is between March
Malaysia arranges a variety of experiences for theand August.
visitors. One can enjoy muck diving in Pulau Lankayan,Mabul
Pulau Mabul and Pulau Kapalai. Muck divers dive inMabul, located just 25 minutes off Sipadan, is another
coral rubble areas seeking out coral creatures.preferred place for scuba diving. The island's
Recommended places for reef diving are Pulau Talangreputation rests as one of the world's best muck
Talang and Turtle Rock off Sarawak coast. Malaysiadiving sites. The term is used to describe limited
has several places for wreck diving too. Severalvisibility dives at shallow sites. Muck diving offers one
vessels capsized in Malaysian waters during thethe opportunity to watch some unusual marine life.
Second World War and have now become the placesMacro photographers love to visit Mabul.