Arthur Reef, Sapi Island
Protected Area
Tunku Abdul Rahman Park
Why dive here
With 142+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blue-spotted stingrays, eagle rays, sea turtles and sperm whales - Arthur Reef, Sapi Island offers some of Sipadan's richest reef diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest August, September, October.
Arthur Reef, just off Sapi Island, is one of Sipadan's calmer spots, ideal for newer divers or those looking for an easy second dive. The reef here is pretty gentle, a gradual slope where we often spot smaller reef fish darting amongst the coral bommies. It's a nice change of pace from the faster currents elsewhere, offering a relaxed environment to practice buoyancy and enjoy the quieter moments.
Typical Arthur Reef, Sapi Island Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Arthur Reef, Sapi Island
Arthur Reef, Sapi Island Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Arthur Reef, Sapi Island, sourced from Copernicus Marine satellite data
August Averages
Sea Temperature
30.56°C
87°F
Current Speed
14.04 cm/s
Direction: N (355.9°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.086 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
32.69 PSU
Data sources: Copernicus Marine Service (EU)
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