This dive site features the KM Ligitan (KM 3145), a decommissioned Maritime Patrol Vessel purposefully sunk around 2014 to create an artificial reef. The wreck rests with its bottom at 21-23m (though the site's maximum specified depth is 20m, with an average of 10m), and the top of the wreck at 16m, spanning approximately 30m in length. Divers can navigate around and through parts of the wreck, exploring its structure which has become a vibrant habitat for marine life.
The KM Ligitan wreck is currently teeming with diverse schools of reef fishes that seek shelter within its structure. Notable inhabitants include pipefishes and cleaner wrasses, which have established active cleaning stations on the wreck, providing fascinating interactions for observant divers. While specific coral types are not mentioned, the wreck likely hosts various hard and soft corals that colonize artificial reefs, contributing to the rich ecosystem.
The best time to visit this dive site would generally align with Malaysia's dry season, typically from March to October, when sea conditions are calmer and visibility tends to be better. For divers, practicing buoyancy control is essential, especially when exploring the wreck, to avoid disturbing marine life or kicking up silt. Freedivers will find the 20m maximum depth and the wreck's top at 16m suitable for exploration, though care should be taken to respect the environment.
