Barracuda Point
Protected Area
Sipadan Island Park
Why dive here
With 119+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue-spotted stingrays, giant moray eels, grey reef sharks, pygmy seahorses and sea turtles - Barracuda Point offers some of Mabul & Kapalai's richest pinnacle diving.
Barracuda Point on Sipadan delivers on its name; we often find ourselves drifting in a swirling vortex of barracudas here, often a thousand strong. The currents can be serious, pulling you along a wall that drops out of sight, but the payoff is worth it. Beyond the barracudas, expect white tip reef sharks cruising by and green turtles munching on corals. It’s a site for confident divers who appreciate big pelagics and a bit of a thrill.
Typical Barracuda Point Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 20m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to Barracuda Point
Dive shops near Barracuda Point
Uncle Chang's Sipadan Mabul Dive Lodge
Seaventures Dive Rig SDN. BHD
The Buwan Dive Resort
Nemo and Friends
TB Sipadan Carib Dive Center
Seabunny Scubacations Sdn Bhd
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