Police Wreck - Perhentian Islands

We’ve always had a soft spot for the Police Wreck. It’s got that easy-to-love vibe, not too deep, and usually offers up some decent visibility, making it a solid choice for a couple of dives. The site is made up of three patrol boats, deliberately scuttled. They sit upright, largely intact, and are now coated in a furry layer of soft corals and hydroids. You can poke around the wheelhouses, peer into the holds, and even fin through a few of the larger openings – just watch your buoyancy. What we really love here is the sheer density of glassfish that shimmer in and out of the darker spaces, attracting bigger predators like narrow-barred Spanish mackerel. Keep an eye out for green turtles cruising by, and if you’re patient, you might spot a stonefish doing its best impression of a rock on the deck. Our favourite spot is usually around the bow of the middle boat, where the bubble coral is thickest and hides all sorts of nudibranchs if you look closely. It’s not a challenging dive, currents are generally mild, making it a good one for newer wreck divers or anyone who just wants a relaxed exploration.

Location
Perhentian Islands, Malaysia, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
5.912943, 102.749120
Type
wreck

Marine Protected Area: Tiga Ruang Turtle Sanctuary

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

Nearby Dive Sites in Perhentian Islands

Nearest Dive Centres to Police Wreck

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 Species

Recommended Packing List for Police Wreck

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