OASIS MAIDEN - Mabul & Kapalai

The Oasis Maiden isn't just another wreck dive; it's a journey back to a different era, and we absolutely love it for that. She went down in 1980, and time has been kind, covering her in soft corals and sponges. Dropping down, you feel the sheer scale of this 98-metre cargo vessel. We often spend the entire dive exploring her hold, which is now home to schools of batfish, their silver scales glinting in the shafts of light that pierce through the deck. Look closely at the deck plating, especially around the stern, where we’ve spotted ornate ghost pipefish camouflaged against the encrusting growth. The bridge area is a particular highlight; it’s largely intact, and you can still make out the outline of the helm. The feeling of swimming through what was once a working ship, now a vibrant artificial reef, is something special. The depth here, around 15 metres, means good bottom time, making it suitable for divers looking for a relaxed wreck exploration with plenty to see without needing deep diving certifications.

Location

Mabul & Kapalai, Malaysia, Southeast Asia

Coordinates

4.968333, 118.238335

Type

wreck

Maximum Depth

15m

Marine Protected Area: Pulau Saga, Pulau Saddle & Pulau Laila Protection Forest