Bugis
Protected Area
Pulau Tioman Marine Park
Why dive here
With 107+ marine species recorded in the area - including blacktip reef sharks, sea turtles, whale sharks and pufferfish - Bugis offers some of Tioman Island's richest diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest April, May, November.
Bugis is a straightforward dive off Tioman, maxing out around 19m. It's a relaxed spot, gentle currents typically, making it a good choice if you're just starting out or want an easy second dive. You'll likely spot blue-spotted rays resting on the sand, schools of fusiliers, and we often see the occasional turtle cruising past. It's comfortable, uncomplicated diving.
Typical Bugis Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 19m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to Bugis
Dive shops near Bugis
Ray's Dive Adventure
Sunrise Dive Center
Tiongman Scuba
Scuba Do
Scuba Amigo
Eco Divers
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Bugis
Bugis Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Bugis, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (2.79, 104.21) (0km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 29.2–31.4°C
Current Speed
8.49 cm/s
Direction: SE (135°)
Salinity
31.88 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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