This dive site features a long, narrow reef structure resembling a ribbon, with gentle slopes covered in a mix of hard and soft corals. It is an excellent spot for macro photography, training dives, and observing a wide variety of reef fish.
Ribbon Reef
Gentle sloping reef with diverse corals near Kota Kinabalu.
Boat Access
15m Avg Depth
25m Max Depth
About this dive site
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Plan Your Visit
coral reefmacro photographybeginner friendlyturtlenudibranchwide angle
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Shallow depths, gentle slopes, and generally mild currents.
Hazards:
boat trafficcurrent
Current Strength:
Mild
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