Malaysia
Dogtooth Lair
About this Dive Site
Description
Prepare for an exhilarating encounter at Dogtooth Lair on Layang-Layang Island, renowned for its breathtaking schools of dogtooth tuna and the thrilling possibility of spotting hammerhead sharks. This dramatic wall dive plunges into the abyss, offering abundant crevices for a rich tapestry of marine life to inhabit.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
March, April, January, February, May
Jan
Start of the season, good visibility
Feb
Hammerhead shark sightings begin
Mar
Peak hammerhead shark season, excellent visibility
Apr
Continued excellent chances for hammerhead sharks and schooling pelagics
More monthly highlights
May
End of the prime hammerhead season, still good pelagic action
Jun
Transitioning to calmer seas, visibility can be variable
Jul
Good for schooling fish and reef sharks
Aug
Calm seas, good for exploring the walls
Sep
End of the main diving season, still potential for pelagics
Oct
Visibility can decrease, potential for rougher seas
Nov
Monsoon season, limited diving opportunities
Dec
Monsoon season, limited diving opportunities
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