Lankayan Diving: Wrecks and Reefs in Borneo
Protected Area
Sugud Islands Marine Conservation Area
Why dive here
With 142+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blue-spotted stingrays, eagle rays, sea turtles and sperm whales - Lankayan Diving: Wrecks and Reefs in Borneo offers some of Sipadan's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 29-31°C, warmest May, October, November.
Lankayan offers a mellow alternative to some of Borneo’s more high-octane diving, though we’ve still seen our share of whale sharks pass through, usually between March and May. You’ll find healthy reefs here, good for spotting turtles or just enjoying the swim-throughs. The handful of purpose-sunk wrecks are a real highlight, drawing in schools of fusiliers and providing excellent photo ops for macro critters like nudibranchs and frogfish. It’s a solid choice for divers who appreciate a quiet, less crowded vibe, whether you’re newer to diving or just prefer a relaxed pace.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Lankayan Diving: Wrecks and Reefs in Borneo
Lankayan Diving: Wrecks and Reefs in Borneo Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Lankayan Diving: Wrecks and Reefs in Borneo, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (4.12, 118.63) (0km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
87°F · Range: 29.4–31.5°C
Current Speed
4.12 cm/s
Direction: E (104°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.055 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
31.68 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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