28m
    Southern Islands, Singapore
    Labrador Nature Reserve

    KM Sampurna

    Best months: Jan–Mar

    Protected Area

    Labrador Nature Reserve

    Why dive here

    With 263+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue-spotted stingrays, dugongs, giant moray eels, seahorses and sea turtles - KM Sampurna offers some of Southern Islands's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest May, June, November.

    Best timeJan–Mar
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBlue-Spotted Stingrays, Dugongs, Giant Moray Eels, Seahorses and Sea Turtles · 263+ species recorded
    Water28-31°C · warmest May, June, November
    CharacterWreck dive · max 28m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    The KM Sampurna, a dangerous motor vessel wreck, lies at 28 meters and, for us, it's one of Singapore's more compelling dives. We love how the wreck itself has become a magnet for fish, a real oasis in the often featureless sand. You descend onto the deck, the bow pointing north, and the scale of it really hits you. Our favourite part is the engine room, surprisingly intact, with gauges still visible, and often patrolled by batfish or schools of fusiliers so thick they block the light. This isn't a deep penetration dive; it's more about exploring the structure's exterior and observing the life that calls it home. We've seen everything from schooling barracuda swirling above the mast to stingrays buried in the sand just off the hull. Keep an eye out for nudibranchs on the encrusted railings. We'd suggest checking the tides; a slack tide makes for a much more relaxed exploration, allowing you to really take in the details of the wreck and the marine life. It’s a dive that rewards slow, deliberate movement, a proper treasure hunt for the patient diver.

    Typical KM Sampurna Dive Profile

    10m20m30mSafety Stop0m28m max~30 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

    Depth of 28m - 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 KM Sampurna

    KM Sampurna Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for KM Sampurna, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (1.18, 103.96) (8km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    30°C

    86°F · Range: 29.5–31.1°C

    Air Temperature

    27°C

    81°F

    Wind Speed

    4.07 m/s

    7.9 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1009.8 hPa

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data

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