Dive-site story
Located off the rugged coastline of Pulau Tenggol, Lost World features massive granite boulders scattered across a seabed that drops away into deeper water. Underwater fissures and caverns create shelter for resting reef fish, while the exposed rocky surfaces support hard coral colonies and sea fans. Because the island sits in open water within the Terengganu Marine Park, pelagic visitors often sweep past the boulder field to feed in the passing current.
Extensive underwater granite formations creating deep swim-throughs and overhangs
Encounters with schooling pelagic fish along the outer reef contours
Sheltered crevices harboring nudibranchs and macro life
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
The northeast monsoon brings heavy seas and forces island dive operations to close from November through February.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whale sharkRhincodon typus | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Green sea turtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Blacktip reef sharkCarcharhinus melanopterus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Bumphead parrotfishBolbometopon muricatum | Common | ||||||||||||
| Chevron barracudaSphyraena qenie | Common |
Marine forecast
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