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Malaysia is fast
becoming one of the leading dive destinations of the world with one of the
richest marine environments in the Indo-Pacific Basin. The incredible
bio-diversity of marine life, coupled with beautiful islands, white sandy
beaches and clear warm waters, keeps divers coming back time and time again.
Top dive sites around Malaysia include diverse underwater geography such as
sloping reefs, coral blocks, wall dives, deep dives, drift dives and wreck
dives. A dip below the warm sea’s surface guarantees you an astounding
experience, with a concentration of vibrant and exotic marine life rarely
rivalled anywhere else in the world. From schooling Hammerhead Sharks, to huge
schools of barracudas and various species of turtles, to the bizarre Frogfish
and Ghost Pipefish, there is always something fascinating awaiting you. It's no
exaggeration to say that almost every time a marine bio-diversity survey is
conducted in Malaysia’s tropical seas, the species list increases!
Dive centres in Malaysia are numerous, well equipped and certified by all the
internationally recognised dive agencies like PADI, SSI and SSAC for maintaining
their standards of safety and professionalism. Naturally, all scuba diving
courses in Malaysian waters are also endorsed by these certifying agencies.
After completing your scuba course, get outfitted with the latest scuba
equipment as all international brands are available from dive centres in
Malaysia. Almost all the islands in Malaysia cater to divers of all levels of
experience - be it easy, shallow drift-diving, to advanced wreck-diving or technical diving.
Located in the heart of the Indo-Pacific basin, the heart of the world's richest
marine biodiversity area, Malaysia also offers pristine beaches and professional
dive centres for the pleasure and safety of the advanced and novice diver. For a
most memorable diving holiday, the time is now, the place is Malaysia.
Key Tips
If you plan to do some diving out here, you should try to book a package with an operator that
would include diving, food and accommodation. It's a good way to save money. Also, the sea gets rough and murky during the east coast's monsoon (November - March), so try to time your visit outside of this period. |
