Dive-site story
Pulau Renggis is an islet situated off the western coast of Tioman Island near Tekek. The underwater terrain features sloping coral gardens surrounding large granite boulders, dropping onto a sandy seabed dotted with artificial reef structures and small sunken boat hulls. Resident blacktip reef sharks cruise the outer perimeter, while green sea turtles graze on the extensive hard coral formations along the southern and eastern margins.
Frequent encounters with resident blacktip reef sharks patrolling the outer reef edges
Large numbers of green sea turtles resting on tabular Acropora corals
Artificial reef structures and small scuttled boats supporting macro critters
Occasional schools of bumphead parrotfish grazing along the shallow reef flats
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
The northeast monsoon brings rough seas and heavy rains, halting diving operations across Tioman during the winter months.
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 | ||||||||||||
| Bumphead parrotfishBolbometopon muricatum | Common | ||||||||||||
| Yellowtail barracudaSphyraena flavicauda | Common | ||||||||||||
| Clark's anemonefishAmphiprion clarkii | Common |
Marine forecast
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