Dive-site story
Pulau Lima sits off the eastern flank of Pulau Redang, comprising a cluster of rocky islets surrounded by submerged boulder formations and fringing coral gardens. Divers encounter granite slopes encrusted with hard corals, sea fans, and anemone fields tapering into sandy bottoms. The area provides reliable encounters with resident turtles and schooling reef fish amid healthy coral cover.
Extensive sea anemone colonies sheltering diverse clownfish species
Granite boulder formations draped with sea fans and whip corals
Frequent encounters with green turtles and grazing reef fish
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 rain that close diving operations between November and February.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Sea TurtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Blacktip Reef SharkCarcharhinus melanopterus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Clark's AnemonefishAmphiprion clarkii | Common | ||||||||||||
| Chevron BarracudaSphyraena qenie | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Giant MorayGymnothorax javanicus | Common |
Marine forecast
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