Malaysia
Tanjung Gemok
About this Dive Site
Description
Experience the thrill of a drift dive at Tanjung Gemok, a dynamic site off Tenggol Island. Glide effortlessly over a varied landscape of sandy bottoms, flourishing coral gardens, and rugged rocky outcrops. Keep your eyes peeled for impressive schools of jacks, trevally, and barracuda that frequent these nutrient-rich waters.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
April, May, June, February, March, July, August, September, October
Jan
Post-monsoon, clarity is improving, good for spotting macro life.
Feb
Good visibility, often good for seeing turtles and reef sharks.
Mar
Clear waters, excellent for exploring the deeper reefs and walls.
Apr
Peak season for whale sharks (though less common than further south), vibrant coral.
More monthly highlights
May
Manta ray season begins, often seen at deeper dive sites.
Jun
Manta ray encounters are frequent, good for spotting larger pelagics.
Jul
Continued manta ray activity, potential for plankton blooms attracting smaller marine life.
Aug
Good chance of seeing turtles and reef sharks, end of manta season.
Sep
Visibility improves, good for exploring the diverse topography.
Oct
End of the dry season, excellent conditions for all types of diving.
Nov
Transition to monsoon season, visibility can be variable.
Dec
Monsoon season, rough seas and reduced visibility are common. Diving may be limited.
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