Dive-site story
Situated along the sheltered side of Pandanan Island near Mataking, this site combines gentle coral slopes with sandy plateaus. Divers explore hard coral patches and artificial structures before scanning the silty substrate for well-camouflaged macro subjects. Conditions remain mostly calm, providing a relaxed pace for critter hunting and underwater photography.
Protected sandy slope dotted with coral bommies
Macro hunting along coral rubble and sandy bottoms
Frequent encounters with resting green turtles
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Diving occurs year-round, though the dry season offers optimal visibility and calmer sea conditions.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green sea turtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Ribbon eelRhinomuraena quaesita | Common | ||||||||||||
| Painted frogfishAntennarius pictus | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Robust ghost pipefishSolenostomus cyanopterus | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Peacock mantis shrimpOdontodactylus scyllarus | Common |
Marine forecast
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