KM Sampurna - Southern Islands

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.

Location
Southern Islands, Singapore, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
1.143500, 103.564670
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
28m

Marine Protected Area: Labrador Nature Reserve

Best Time to Dive in Southern Islands

The warmest water temperatures in Southern Islands occur in January, averaging 28.2°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 28.2°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 28.2°C (air: 26.0°C)
  • February: 28.2°C (air: 26.6°C)
  • March: 28.2°C (air: 27.1°C)
  • April: 28.2°C (air: 27.4°C)
  • May: 28.2°C (air: 27.9°C)
  • June: 28.2°C (air: 27.4°C)
  • July: 28.2°C (air: 27.5°C)
  • August: 28.2°C (air: 27.2°C)
  • September: 28.2°C (air: 27.2°C)
  • October: 28.2°C (air: 27.2°C)
  • November: 28.2°C (air: 26.5°C)
  • December: 28.2°C (air: 26.3°C)

Nearby Dive Sites in Southern Islands

Nearest Dive Centres to KM Sampurna

Marine Life in Southern Islands

Home to 284 recorded species including 179 reef fish, 46 hard corals, 17 seagrass & algae, 13 sharks & rays, 8 sea snails & nudibranchs, 6 other.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for KM Sampurna

Based on average water temperature of 28.2°C.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 28°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories