PADI diving centre - Perhentian Islands

PADI diving centre sits on the Perhentian Islands, a good base for exploring the area's 106 dive sites. It’s a straightforward operation, usually suitable for divers looking for easy access to the local reefs and a relaxed island vibe. Expect standard dive trips and a focus on getting you in the water without fuss. We'd suggest it for divers happy with a no-frills setup.

Location
Perhentian Islands, Malaysia, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
5.419186, 100.334564

Dive Sites Near PADI diving centre

PADI diving centre 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