Explore Redang Island

Redang Island, the largest island off the coast of Terengganu in Malaysia, is a diver's paradise nestled within one of the country's few marine parks. Known for its vibrant and pristine marine life, Redang offers a unique diving experience amidst warm, tropical waters. Easily accessible, the island is renowned for its stunning pearly white beaches that seamlessly meet sparkling turquoise waters, framed by lush green palm trees. The visibility here is exceptional, with sunny conditions prevailing for the majority of the year, allowing divers to witness the mesmerizing play of sunlight on the thriving reefs.

Diving in Redang is available from March to October, catering to all levels of divers. The marine sanctuary offers a variety of dive environments, including hard and soft coral gardens, sandy bottom sites, and deeper explorations perfect for muck diving enthusiasts. The waters teem with tropical marine life, featuring a high abundance of sea turtles, whale sharks, and shimmering schools of fish. Diverse species such as sharks, rays, and fascinating macro life add to the allure. Whether exploring the underwater world from shore, boat, or liveaboard, divers are treated to a spectacular display of nature's wonders in this idyllic island setting.

Top Dive Sites Map

Aqualung

★★★★★ Unjang

they is 30min boat ride from long beach,is in middle of the sea,is a fisherman catch fish area.bottom is 30meter with 7 artificial reef cimen block.normally need AA certification and no much current only can go.

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28.0 m
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20.0 m
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Mares

★★★★★ Marine Park Jetty

Lots of healthy marine life in the vicinity, and the sites are relatively untouched. The current here is quite strong and unpredictable. Access to this dive site requires approval from the Marine Park personnel.

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11.0 m
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9.0 m
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Mares

★★★★☆ Corn Wreck

This wreck was sunk in front of Redang Marine Park, then drifted to the place where it belong here. The currents are not predictable, it may have strong current.

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10.0 m
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9.0 m
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Scubapro, Stephen Frink

★★★★☆ Sandy Wreck

The sandy wrecks owed the name from a cluster of impounded fishing trawlers sank as artificial reefs on a patch of sandy bottom around 20m deep. The wrecks are now broken off, leaving only fishing nets and ropes strewn all around. It is a good site to practice skills on deep descend and wreck navigation.

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18.0 m
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9.0 m
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Mares

★★★★☆ Baby Shark Point

The baby shark point is a natural shark nursery/breeding site that is a very accessible shore dive. The sandy bottom extends to 3m depth and transition into a massive staghorn reef. Maximum depth is around 12m deep.

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10.0 m
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7.0 m
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Scubapro, Stephen Frink

★★★★☆ Paku Kechil

Accessible by a 2-minute boat ride from Long Beach, the entry point is approximately 7–9 meters, and the depth is 18–20 meters. This sloping dive site is full of coral with sandy areas at 18 meters. The end point is a rocky area. Also suitable at high or low tide.

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17.0 m
⌀ Depth
10.0 m
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Scubapro, Stephen Frink

★★★★☆ Black Coral Garden Redang

Just 3 minutes boat ride from Dive Center. Is a bay entry, current are usually strong when is full moon. There some artificial reef with healthy coral growth.

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19.0 m
⌀ Depth
10.0 m
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Aqualung

★★★★☆ Tanjung Tengah

Tanjung Tengah is the house reef of the Redang Long Beach. Blessed with fine white sand, this shore dive is hazard-free and perfect for all water activity including Scuba, Snorkeling, Mermaiding, and Freediving alike. A mooring like separates the natural and artificial reefs from the boat lane. Depth is 3-15m.

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9.0 m
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8.0 m
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Mares

★★★★☆ Big Mount

Big mount is located by the northernmost point of Pulau Lima. The entry point is a buoy line extended into 18m depth. As a pinnacle site, the tip was submerged at 14m, whereas the wall extends into 32m where it transitions into a sandy bottom. Current can be strong at times.

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25.0 m
⌀ Depth
11.0 m
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Mares, Predrag Vuckovic

★★★★☆ Tanjung Tokong

Tanjung Tokong is a pinnacle located one of the northernmost point of Redang island, off a ridge. A good entry point for Tokong is the East of Cagar Hutang Bay, which is 5-7m deep. The site slopes towards the depth, and can reach 30m deep. Due to the exposed location, current can be strong, and attracts fishes.

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21.0 m
⌀ Depth
12.0 m
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Diving in Redang

There are many different types of diving on offer here in Redang. To start with there are shore diving opportunities and there are boat diving opportunities with the collection of dive centres and dive resorts here. The conditions here are so ideal that it is also a perfect location for dive courses, especially for novice divers, and what a stunning place to have their first underwater experience!

Regarding specific dive sites, there are multiple wreck dives, there are shallow reef dives, there are rock formations, and there are deep dives. This is also a dream destination for avid macro-life underwater photographers and a great location for the night dive lovers.

The best Months to dive in Redang

The weather conditions here play a large role in why this area is so popular for divers and it adds to the paradise image it has. The rainy season here only lasts from December to February, and then the rest of the year is perfect for diving. In the rainy season, the water temperature drops down to 27 degrees Celsius, so still warm, and in the midst of the warmest month in the dry season, the water temperatures reach 32 degrees Celsius, so never cold. There are some days with wind, but due to there being many shore dive sites, there is always the opportunity for diving despite high winds. The visibility here ranges between 10 metres and 35 metres, with 25 being the average.

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