NAUI dive center - Tioman Island

The team at NAUI dive center are serious about good diving, and that’s why we like them. They stick to their agency's meticulous training standards, meaning you'll get a thorough education, whether you’re starting out or pushing into technical diving. We’ve found their instructors take the time to really nail skills, which frankly, is exactly what you want when you’re learning to breathe underwater. Their location on Tioman is a big plus. We’ve often ducked out for an afternoon dive and been surrounded by schools of yellow-tail barracuda, twisting and turning in unison. You’ll feel the gentle push of the current as you drift past gorgonian fans, always with an eye out for a passing turtle. We’d suggest opting for one of their specialty courses if you have the time; their deep diver training, in particular, benefits from Tioman’s varied topography, dropping down to 30 meters on some of the fringing reefs. It’s a solid choice for anyone who values robust training and a professional, no-nonsense approach to diving.

Location
Tioman Island, Malaysia, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
2.822465, 104.161730
Website
https://www.naui.org
Certification Agencies
NAUI
Courses
Entry-Level, Apnea Recognition, Specialty, Technical Diver, Leadership, First Aid, Public Safety Diving, Scientific Diving, Supervised Diver Support Course, Manufacturer Specified Specialty, Continuing Education

Dive Sites Near NAUI dive center

NAUI dive center provides access to 15 dive sites in Tioman Island.

Other Dive Centres in Tioman Island

Best Time to Dive in Tioman Island

The warmest water temperatures in Tioman Island occur in May, averaging 30.7°C. The coolest conditions are in January at 28.2°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 28.2°C
  • February: 28.3°C
  • March: 29.1°C
  • April: 30.6°C
  • May: 30.7°C
  • June: 29.9°C
  • July: 29.7°C
  • August: 29.5°C
  • September: 29.6°C
  • October: 30.3°C
  • November: 30.0°C
  • December: 28.7°C

Marine Life in Tioman Island

Home to 118 recorded species including 75 reef fish, 15 hard corals, 8 sharks & rays, 7 seagrass & algae, 5 sea cucumbers, 3 other.

Notable Marine Life

Recommended Packing List for Tioman Island

Based on average water temperature of 29.6°C, currents 20 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 30°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories