Temple of the Sea
Protected Area
Pulau Susu Dara Marine Park
Why dive here
With 153+ marine species recorded in the area - including sea turtles, sperm whales, whale sharks and pufferfish - Temple of the Sea offers some of Perhentian Islands's richest pinnacle diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest May, June, August.
Temple of the Sea is one of those Perhentian sites that feels just right for a relaxed morning dive. We’ve found the currents here are usually pretty mild, making it a good spot for newer divers or those who just want to take their time. You'll drop onto a sloping reef, mostly hard corals like the big, intricate leaf coral formations and some nice patches of bubble coral. Keep an eye out for green turtles grazing near the seagrass beds – we often spot them here. Look closer and you might catch a bicolor nudibranch inching along, or a blackfish darting between the coral heads. It’s a pleasant dive, not overly dramatic, but consistently enjoyable for its gentle pace and resident species.
Typical Temple of the Sea Dive Profile
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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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Temple of the Sea
Temple of the Sea Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Temple of the Sea, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (5.91, 102.77) (0km away)
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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