MARVIN 1 (POSSIBLY)

Best months: Jan–May

Protected Area

Kuala Pahang Wildlife Reserve

Why dive here

With 107+ marine species recorded in the area - including blacktip reef sharks, sea turtles, whale sharks and pufferfish - MARVIN 1 (POSSIBLY) offers some of Tioman Island's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest April, May, November.

Best timeJan–May

WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit

Marine lifeBlacktip Reef Sharks, Sea Turtles, Whale Sharks and Pufferfish · 107+ species recorded

Water28-31°C · warmest April, May, November

CharacterWreck dive · max 20m

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

The Marvin 1 is a proper piece of history resting just off Tioman, and frankly, we love it. This 63-meter tanker went down in 1992 after taking on water in rough seas, and it’s now a fantastic artificial reef. Dropping onto the deck at around 20 metres, you immediately feel the scale of the vessel. We’d suggest exploring the stern first, where the propeller still sits, then working your way along the superstructure. The ship is largely intact, creating loads of swim-throughs and sheltered spots for marine life. Inside, you might find schools of snapper or even a turtle taking a nap. Look closely at the hull for nudibranchs and flatworms, while giant groupers often patrol the deeper sections. Currents can pick up, so we usually aim for a slack tide dive to properly soak it all in. This is a solid wreck dive for anyone comfortable with deeper sites and keen to see how nature reclaims these hulking metal structures.

Typical MARVIN 1 (POSSIBLY) 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 20m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.

Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

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

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Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for MARVIN 1 (POSSIBLY)

MARVIN 1 (POSSIBLY) Ocean Conditions

Monthly averages for MARVIN 1 (POSSIBLY), sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (2.79, 104.21) (0km away)