Dive-site story
Situated along the sheltered coastline of Gaya Island within Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park, Padang Point features a gentle seabed of scattered patch reefs and sandy patches. Divers drift past colonies of staghorn coral, large sea anemones, and submerged boulders that harbor an array of cryptic macro critters. The gentle slope makes navigation straightforward while offering a reliable backdrop for checkout dives and underwater photography.
Extensive anemone clusters populated by multiple species of clownfish
Sheltered conditions suitable for relaxed training dives and macro photography
Scattered coral heads concealing resting rays and bottom-dwelling invertebrates
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
The dry season provides the most stable visibility and sunlit conditions across the park.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| False ClownfishAmphiprion ocellaris | Common | ||||||||||||
| Blue-spotted Ribbontail RayTaeniura lymma | Common | ||||||||||||
| CuttlefishSepia latimanus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Ornate Ghost PipefishSolenostomus paradoxus | Rare | ||||||||||||
| Yellowtail BarracudaSphyraena flavicauda | Common |
Marine forecast
