Diving Center PADI - Perhentian Islands

Diving Center PADI, located on the Perhentian Islands, is a straightforward operation. We'd suggest it for divers looking for no-frills access to the local sites. You’ll find competent guiding here, ideal for getting a few dives in without fuss. It’s a solid choice if you're prioritising convenience over luxury.

Location
Perhentian Islands, Malaysia, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
5.793070, 102.892815

Dive Sites Near Diving Center PADI

Diving Center PADI provides access to 15 dive sites in Perhentian Islands.

Other Dive Centres in Perhentian Islands

Best Time to Dive in Perhentian Islands

The warmest water temperatures in Perhentian Islands occur in June, averaging 31.2°C. The coolest conditions are in January at 28.3°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 28.3°C
  • February: 28.4°C
  • March: 29.1°C
  • April: 30.6°C
  • May: 31.1°C
  • June: 31.2°C
  • July: 31.1°C
  • August: 30.9°C
  • September: 30.8°C
  • October: 30.4°C
  • November: 29.8°C
  • December: 28.7°C

Marine Life in Perhentian Islands

Home to 169 recorded species including 105 reef fish, 39 hard corals, 11 sea cucumbers, 5 seagrass & algae, 3 sharks & rays, 2 other.

Notable Marine Life

Recommended Packing List for Perhentian Islands

Based on average water temperature of 30.0°C, currents 5 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 30°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories