VIVAT

Best months: Jan–May

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 - VIVAT 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 39m

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

VIVAT offers a deep dive, sitting on the seabed at 39 meters. This old carrier vessel, a steel screw steamer launched in 1913, went down in a collision back in 1915. She’s a decent size at nearly 70 meters long, and you can still make out her general shape, especially the single deck. We’ve found quite a few batfish circling the mast, and the cargo holds often shelter schools of snapper. It’s a good option for those comfortable with deeper profiles who enjoy exploring the structure of an older wreck rather than just reef.

Typical VIVAT Dive Profile

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

Safety Notes

Deep dive (39m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced 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 VIVAT

VIVAT Ocean Conditions

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