TIDATARA

Best months: Dec–Apr

Why dive here

With 153+ marine species recorded in the area - including sea turtles, sperm whales, whale sharks and pufferfish - TIDATARA offers some of Perhentian Islands's richest wreck 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

CharacterWreck dive · max 36m

StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

Tidatara is a proper wreck dive, a motor vessel that went down in a storm, a bit of history sitting upright at 36 metres. We find it genuinely atmospheric, far more interesting than some of the more broken-up sites around. Drop down and you’ll find the bridge still largely intact, which is our favourite part to explore, the wheelhouse eerie and inviting. Look for the open hatches, where she took on water – a stark reminder of the vessel's final moments. The wreck itself has become a home for all sorts. Giant groupers often hang out in the shadowy holds, and we’ve seen schools of barracuda circling the mast on more than one occasion. It’s a dive for those who appreciate the story of a wreck, who enjoy a bit of penetration into the wheelhouse, and who are comfortable with the depth. Aim for slack tide; the currents here can pick up quickly, making for a much less relaxed experience if you time it wrong.

Typical TIDATARA Dive Profile

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

Safety Notes

Deep dive (36m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced certification recommended.

Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

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

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Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for TIDATARA

TIDATARA Ocean Conditions

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