Diving Island Guide in Malaysia

Malaysia has numerous islands with blue skies and seas. It has the world's largest and most diverse marine ecosystem, known as the "diving paradise of the world". Beneath the deep blue sea, there are enchanting and breathtaking sceneries waiting to be explored. Let me introduce how to have a wonderful diving experience in Malaysia.

Payar Island

Payar Island is located at the southern end of Langkawi Island and includes Payar Island, Lembu Island, Segantang Island, and Kaca Island. Payar Island Beach is covered with dense, lush forests, while the white, fine sand, emerald green ocean, and blue sky with white clouds add picturesque scenery to Payar Island.

Sipadan

Sipadan is located in the southwest of East Malaysia. After a 5-meter shallow beach, it drops vertically into a deep blue sea that is 600 to 700 meters deep. It is known as the best 'beach diving' spot in the world and is also the top of the world's five major wall diving sites. It is suitable for diving all year round.

Sandakan

Sandakan is located on the east coast of Sabah, Malaysia. It once attracted a large number of Hong Kong people to do business, and because of its similar scenery, it was nicknamed 'Little Hong Kong'. Not only is it beautiful, but it is also the most famous seafood city in the entire state of Sabah.

Redang Island

Redang Island is a Malaysian island located in the South China Sea. Known for Turtle Island and Marine Park, the underwater world here boasts over 500 species of colorful and magnificent coral reefs, more than 1,000 species of bivalves, and 3,000 species of fish, attracting diving enthusiasts and underwater photographers from around the world. Visitors can also swim, glide, dive, chase the waves, or explore the tropical rainforest on the island.

Tioman Island

Tioman Island is located in the eastern part of Malaysia and is the largest of the 64 volcanic islands. It takes 55 minutes of flight time from Kuala Lumpur to Tioman Island. Tioman Island is located about 30 kilometers off the east coast of the Malaysian Peninsula. It is the largest of the volcanic islands and is relatively well-developed commercially. It is a favorite tourist destination for people from neighboring Singapore.

Perhentian Islands

The Perhentian Islands are located about 21 kilometers off the coast of Terengganu. They consist of Big Perhentian Island and Small Perhentian Island. Covered with pristine forests, swaying palms, powdery white beaches, and surrounded by azure waters.