Sipidan Dive Sites

Coral Garden

Although the temptation of the drop-off is always there, this site is a haven for the underwater photographer. The health and diversity of the coral growth combined with the fact that almost every species to be seen in Pulau Sipadan’s waters is on view here.

You can observe the turtles feed on the edges and encounter feather stars at every turn. If you are looking for an encounter with a wrasse then the humphead wrasse will oblige. Triggerfish of the clown and titan variety are plentiful and may even allow you to take their photo without attack on their mind. Good luck!

Sipidan (Sipadan) Island, it is often said, has everything that the Indo-pacific has to offer and for the macro photographer, Coral Garden will occupy many a pleasure filled hour.

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Coral Garden Reef Basics: Coral gardens
Depth: 14 - 22m
Visibility: 20 - 30m
Currents: Gentle
Surface Conditions: Calm
Water Temperature: 26 - 30°C
Experience Level: All levels of experience
Number of dive sites: 1
Diving Season: All year round
Distance: 13 km (27 minutes) south from Mabul and 11 km (20 minutes) southwest from Kapalai
Access: Sipadan resort diving by boat from Mabul and Kapalai scuba resorts

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