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    Tokong Burung dive site
    pinnacle
    21m
    Beginner
    Perhentian Islands, Malaysia
    Pulau Susu Dara Marine Park

    Tokong Burung

    Best months: Dec–Apr

    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 - Tokong Burung offers some of Perhentian Islands's richest pinnacle 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
    CharacterPinnacle dive · max 21m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Tokong Burung, or 'Bird Rock,' is a nice, straightforward dive off Perhentian Besar, perfect if you’re new to the area or just looking for an easy afternoon. We often drop here for a relaxed second dive, working our way around the large rock formations that make up the site. You'll usually spot a good number of reef fish - parrotfish crunching on coral, maybe a turtle gliding past, and often some yellowtail snappers schooling around the deeper sections. It’s a comfortable 21-meter maximum, making it a solid choice for beginners to get comfortable in the water.

    Typical Tokong Burung Dive Profile

    10m20mSafety Stop0m21m max~30 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

    Depth of 21m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.

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

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    YBD Dive Center

    7km away
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    Quiver Dive Team

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    Oh Lala Divers

    7km away
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    Ombak Divers

    7km away
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    Panorama Diver

    7km away
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    Turtle Bay Divers

    7km away
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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Tokong Burung

    Tokong Burung Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Tokong Burung, 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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