The Perhentian Archipelago, comprised of six islands with Pulau Perhentian Besar and Kecil as the primary locations, offers a remarkable diving experience. These islands maintain a tranquil atmosphere underwater, mirroring the serenity above. Divers frequently encounter Green and Hawksbill turtles gracefully swimming amongst the vibrant reefs. The marine environment is exceptionally diverse, including octopuses, reef sharks, bamboo sharks, stingrays, yellow boxfish, and schools of barracuda – often seen throughout the year. Remarkably, there’s a chance to witness the awe-inspiring sight of the world's largest fish, the Whale Shark. Exploration opportunities abound, from exploring the beautiful coral gardens to diving around pinnacles or investigating fascinating sunken vessels. This destination consistently ranks high on any diver’s bucket list.
Perhentian Island
Vibrant reefs with turtles, sharks, and occasional whale sharks.
- Access
18m Avg Depth
30m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Very Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
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Marine Life
Southern Stingray
Whale Shark
Hawksbill Turtle
Soft Coral
Octopus
Reef Shark
Hard Coral
Barracuda
Green Sea Turtle
Shark- YYellow Boxfish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Calm, shallow reefs suit beginners, with deeper wrecks and pinnacles for advanced divers.
Hazards:
boat trafficcurrentdepth
Current Strength:
Variable
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