Perhentian Islands, Malaysia
    Pulau Lima Marine Park

    Tanjung Gua Kawah

    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 - Tanjung Gua Kawah offers some of Perhentian Islands's richest 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
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Tanjung Gua Kawah offers a relaxing dive along a sloping reef. You’ll typically find turtles grazing here, along with a good variety of reef fish darting amongst the corals. It’s a pretty easy dive, good for newer divers or those looking for a laid-back afternoon. Expect mild currents and decent visibility on most days.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Tanjung Gua Kawah

    Tanjung Gua Kawah Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Tanjung Gua Kawah, 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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