Dive-site story
Situated north of Pulau Tulai near Tioman Island, Batu Malang is composed of massive granite boulders resting on a coral and sand seabed. Gaps between the rock stacks create natural swim-throughs coated in hard corals and gorgonian sea fans. The sheltered areas make navigation straightforward, while the outer rock faces host schooling reef fish and occasional passing pelagics.
Natural granite boulder corridors and swim-through formations
Frequent sightings of resident green sea turtles resting on reef ledges
Abundant macro critters tucked into rock crevices and soft corals
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Diving operations around Tioman shut down during the northeast monsoon between November and February due to rough sea conditions.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blacktip reef sharkCarcharhinus melanopterus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Green sea turtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Bluespotted ribbontail rayTaeniura lymma | Common | ||||||||||||
| Yellow boxfishOstracion cubicus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Bumphead parrotfishBolbometopon muricatum | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
