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Turtle Point

Turtle Point in Malaysia offers year-round diving with accessible depths and reliable conditions. Community videos showcase the site's appeal to divers of all levels.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
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Mejores meses
Todo el año

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

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Viento
7.6 kn
Olas
0.38 m
Agua
28.9°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: S (31%)
Now: SSE (167°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 1.63m

Próxima: Alta a las 03:00 (+1.45m)

+1.7 m0 m+0.0 m
▲ 03:00 · +1.45m ▼ 18:00 · +0.03m ▲ 04:00 · +1.48m ▼ 20:00 · +0.08m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV8.05 · very high Aire PM2.517 · moderate 06:55 19:02
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 11.6 0.46 8 2mm
09-20 10.6 0.52 9 0mm
09-21 10.3 0.38 8 2mm
09-22 6.4 0.22 9 1mm
09-23 9.2 0.26 9 4mm
09-24 6.3 0.26 9 2mm
09-25 7.7 0.26 5 1mm

About this spot

Turtle Point is a dive destination in Malaysia known for its consistent accessibility throughout the year. The site attracts divers seeking a straightforward dive experience without the complications of seasonal closures or extreme weather windows. While specific depth and visibility data aren't documented here, the presence of community video content suggests the site offers photogenic features and marine encounters worth capturing. The spot operates outside marine protected areas, meaning standard local diving regulations apply. This makes entry and dive planning relatively straightforward for visiting divers. The year-round diving window is a major advantage for travel planning, allowing flexibility in scheduling trips without worrying about monsoons or seasonal shutdowns. Turtle Point draws interest from recreational divers exploring Malaysia's underwater geography. The three available community videos provide real-world insights into what to expect, including water conditions and potential marine life encounters. These user-generated resources can help you prepare for the dive and understand what equipment and skills suit the site best.

📖 Guía: Buceo en Malasia: 42 sitios desde Sipadan hasta Redang

Mejores meses

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 11097km · ~2552kg · €46

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 60/100
  • Visado: Sin visado · 90 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 12h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 11h este · 8 días de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive Turtle Point?

Turtle Point is diveable year-round, so you can plan trips based on your schedule rather than seasonal windows. Check with local operators closer to your travel dates for current conditions.

What depth range should I expect?

Specific depth data isn't documented for this site. Contact local dive operators in Malaysia before your trip to confirm depths and ensure your certification matches the dive profile.

What marine life might I see?

The site's name suggests turtle encounters are possible. Watch the three available community videos for real examples of marine life and behavior observed at Turtle Point.

Do I need permits or special access?

Turtle Point is not inside a marine protected area, so standard Malaysian diving rules apply. Verify current local regulations and any required documentation with your dive operator before heading out.

Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

101 registros · 45 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Pteraeolidia semperi

Gastropoda · Facelinidae
GBIF
Última observación:
5 abr 2026
×27registros

Culcita novaeguineae

Asteroidea · Oreasteridae
GBIF
Última observación:
5 abr 2026
×5registros

Acanthaster planci

Asteroidea · Acanthasteridae
GBIF
Última observación:
5 abr 2026
×4registros

Cypraea tigris

Gastropoda · Cypraeidae
GBIF
Última observación:
5 abr 2026
×4registros

Hypselodoris bullockii

Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
GBIF
Última observación:
5 abr 2026
×3registros

Jorunna funebris

Gastropoda · Discodorididae
GBIF
Última observación:
5 abr 2026
×3registros

Phyllidia varicosa

Gastropoda · Phyllidiidae
GBIF
Última observación:
5 abr 2026
×2registros

Octopus cyanea

Cephalopoda · Octopodidae
GBIF
Última observación:
5 abr 2026
×2registros

Phyllidia picta

Gastropoda · Phyllidiidae
GBIF
Última observación:
5 abr 2026
×2registros

Plerogyra sinuosa

Anthozoa · Plerogyridae
GBIF
Última observación:
5 abr 2026
×2registros

Panulirus versicolor

Malacostraca · Palinuridae
GBIF
Última observación:
5 abr 2026
×1registros

Conus miles

Gastropoda · Conidae
GBIF
Última observación:
5 abr 2026
×1registros

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

#25: Dive with SEA TURTLES at this Tropical Island! (Malaysia)

Tattle

Sharks & Turtles EVERYWHERE! Sipadan Diving Site Compilation - South point - Malaysia

Divingscene

Dive Experience at Turtle Point, Tenggol Island

Shahril Aizat

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