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Mabul Island

Mabul Island

Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia

Photo: Kevin85Sam · CC BY-SA 4.0

About this site

The macro capital of Malaysia, Mabul offers world-class muck diving on sandy slopes filled with rare critters. It's the perfect complement to Sipadan's big-wall action nearby.

Conditions

Country
Malaysia
Region
Sabah, Borneo
Max depth
5–25 m
Visibility
5–15 m
Water temperature
27–29°C
Difficulty
Beginner to Intermediate
Best season
March to September
Type
Reef
Suitable for
  • Scuba
Dive types
  • Reef
  • Muck
Marine life
  • Macro
  • Octopus
Photo: Kevin85Sam · CC BY-SA 4.0

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