Plongée à Tioman Island — Malaysia

Tioman sits in the western corner of the Coral Triangle, with hundreds of recorded fish species and warm, clear waters from March to November. Tiger Reef's shark encounters and Chebeh's barrel sponge gardens are highlights. The island's duty-free status and budget resorts make it one of Southeast Asia's most affordable dive destinations.

Score
66.9
Visibilité
9–30m
Température
28–30°C
Meilleurs mois
May, October
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Tioman Island
MalaysiaAsia-Pacific
66.9

SCORE

2.8167°N

104.1667°E

Tioman sits in the western corner of the Coral Triangle, with hundreds of recorded fish species and warm, clear waters from March to November. Tiger Reef's shark encounters and Chebeh's barrel sponge gardens are highlights. The island's duty-free status and budget resorts make it one of Southeast Asia's most affordable dive destinations.

Malaysia's Coral Triangle Gateway

Visibility9–30 m
Temperature28–30°C
Max Depth40 m
Currentmoderate
2-Tank Dive$55
Best MonthsMay, October
CertificationOpen WaterIntermediate

Score Breakdown

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ML66.0CH82.0VIS70.0SV64.0TMP76.0DA62.0OP78.0TS64.0GT48.0VAL63.0CRD57.0SP57.0

Marine Life

66.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
96
Megafauna Encounters
28
Reef Fish Abundance
98
Macro Life
30
Endemic Species
60
Marine Life Diversity
66.0
Coral & Reef Health
82.0
Visibility & Conditions
70.0
Dive Site Variety
64.0
Water Temperature
76.0
Depth & Access
62.0
Operator Quality
78.0
Topside Experience
64.0
Getting There
48.0
Value & Cost
63.0
Crowding
57.0
Social Proof
57.0

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for Non-Divers

snorkeling at Renggis Islandjungle trekking to Asah WaterfallMonkey Beachkayakingduty-free shopping in ABC Village

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Twin Peaks (Nenek Simukut & Batu Sirau)

Non-Diver Score

7/10

Good topside options for non-diving companions.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifemoderate

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber300 km — KPJ Puteri Specialist Hospital Chamber, Johor Bahru
Nearest Hospital40 km

Ferry to Mersing (2 hrs) for hospital; chamber requires onward travel to JB or KL

Skill LevelIntermediate
Current Strengthmoderate

Top Operators

B&J Diving Centre

PADI

4.7
320 reviewsNITROX

Tioman Dive Centre

PADI

4.6
210 reviewsNITROX