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    Paku Kechil dive site
    reef
    17m
    Beginner
    Perhentian Islands, Malaysia
    Pulau Lima Marine Park

    Paku Kechil

    Best months: Dec–Apr

    Protected Area

    Pulau Lima Marine Park

    Why dive here

    With 153+ marine species recorded in the area - including sea turtles, sperm whales, whale sharks and pufferfish - Paku Kechil offers some of Perhentian Islands's richest reef diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest May, June, August.

    Best timeDec–Apr
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeSea Turtles, Sperm Whales, Whale Sharks and Pufferfish · 153+ species recorded
    Water28-31°C · warmest May, June, August
    CharacterReef dive · max 17m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Paku Kechil is a straightforward dive, topping out at 17 meters, making it ideal for newer divers or those looking for an easy second dive. The soft coral here provides shelter for a good variety of reef fish. Expect to see things like angelfish and parrotfish grazing, and sometimes a few blue-spotted rays resting on the sand. It’s a gentle introduction to the Perhentians.

    Typical Paku Kechil Dive Profile

    10m20mSafety Stop0m17m max~50 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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    Nearest Dive Centres to Paku Kechil

    Dive shops near Paku Kechil

    DM Scuba Dive Team

    840m away
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    Laguna Dive Centre

    1km away
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    The Taaras Beach and Spa Resort

    3km away
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    Diving Center PADI

    16km away

    Flora Bay Divers

    35km away
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    Dive Buddy Dive Center

    36km away
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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Paku Kechil

    Paku Kechil Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Paku Kechil, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (5.91, 102.77) (0km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    30°C

    87°F · Range: 29.4–31.2°C

    Current Speed

    6.71 cm/s

    Direction: SE (116.6°)

    Salinity

    31.46 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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