This dive site is a world-renowned muck diving location on a gentle, sandy slope, sometimes with small artificial reef structures. It is a treasure trove for macro photographers, hosting an incredible diversity of rare and camouflaged critters. Divers spend their time slowly exploring the seafloor to spot these unique creatures.
Macro Mania
A premier muck diving site for rare macro critters.
Boat Access
15m Avg Depth
25m Max Depth
About this dive site
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Fair
Macro Marine Life Excellent
Landscape Quality Fair
Water Visibility Good Viz
Brought to you by The Reef Dive Resort - Mataking Island
Plan Your Visit
muck divingmacro photographyturtlebeginner friendlynight dive
Marine Life
Flamboyant Cuttlefish
Harlequin Shrimp
Giant Frogfish
Ribbon Eel
Flathead
Snowflake Moray
Ornate Ghostpipefish
Stonefish
Mandarinfish
Ghost Pipefish
Nudibranch
Australian Giant Cuttlefish
Octopus
Seahorse
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Shallow depths and mild currents suit all, but good buoyancy is key for finding delicate macro life.
Hazards:
marine lifeboat traffic
Current Strength:
Mild
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