50m
    Tioman Island, Malaysia

    SINCERE (POSSIBLY)

    Best months: Jan–May

    Why dive here

    With 107+ marine species recorded in the area - including blacktip reef sharks, sea turtles, whale sharks and pufferfish - SINCERE (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 50m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    The SINCERE (Possibly) wreck off Tioman is a significant piece of history lying at 50 metres, a deep dive for sure. This isn’t a quick jaunt; the 106-metre vessel went down in 1969 after a charcoal fire, capsizing while under tow. You'll spend your bottom time exploring its vast structure, often encountering schooling barracuda circling the superstructure. It's a deep wreck, so definitely one for experienced divers comfortable with extended decompression. Despite its age and depth, the SINCERE maintains a compelling presence, a silent testament to a journey cut short.

    Typical SINCERE (POSSIBLY) Dive Profile

    15m30m45mSafety Stop0m50m max~15 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Maximum depth 50m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.

    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 SINCERE (POSSIBLY)

    SINCERE (POSSIBLY) Ocean Conditions

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

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    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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