Takong Rakit
Protected Area
Four Islands Sanctuary
Why dive here
With 107+ marine species recorded in the area - including blacktip reef sharks, sea turtles, whale sharks and pufferfish - Takong Rakit offers some of Tioman Island's richest diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest April, May, November.
Takong Rakit on Tioman Island offers a straightforward dive. You'll generally find a good mix of smaller reef fish here, along with the occasional turtle cruising by. It’s a comfortable site, suitable for newer divers looking to build confidence without strong currents, or for a relaxed second dive.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Takong Rakit
Takong Rakit Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Takong Rakit, 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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