Malaysia

Terengganu

Terengganu on the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia offers coastal and island diving along the South China Sea. The region is known for clear tropical waters, sandy to coral reef habitats, and accessible shore dives as well as boat dives from hubs like Kuala Terengganu. Notable diving areas include the offshore islands and reefs around Pulau Redang, Pulau Perhentian (nearby though sometimes considered separate), and local muck/detrital sites with diverse reef fish, reef-building corals, and occasional pelagic encounters. The dive scene is well-suited for recreational divers, with a range of shallow to moderate-depth sites and several established dive centers serving both day trips and liveaboard departures from the coast. Access is straightforward from regional towns, with best conditions typically year-round but with seasonal monsoon patterns impacting visibility and seas.

Essential information for traveling in Malaysia

About Malaysia

Sea
South China Sea, Gulf of Thailand, Malacca Stra...
Timezone
Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Languages
MS EN
Demonym
Malaysian
Phone prefix
+60

Practicalities

Currency
MYR
Airports
KUL PEN LGK BKI TWU

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

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The best time to dive in Terengganu

The best months to dive in Terengganu are from May to September. Temperatures are confortable (28-29°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
27 °C 28 °C 4/10
02 - Feb.
26 °C 29 °C 4/10
03 - Mar.
27 °C 29 °C 6/10
04 - Apr.
28 °C 31 °C 4/10
05 - May
29 °C 31 °C 4/10
06 - Jun.
29 °C 31 °C 5/10
07 - Jul.
29 °C 31 °C 6/10
08 - Aug.
28 °C 31 °C 5/10
09 - Sept.
28 °C 31 °C 6/10
10 - Oct.
28 °C 30 °C 4/10
11 - Nov.
27 °C 30 °C 4/10
12 - Dec.
27 °C 28 °C 4/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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