Malaysia · Mataking
North Point (Mataking)
Best time to dive
March to August
What you might see
- Eagle rayPossible
- Grey reef sharkLikely
- Hammerhead sharkLikely
- Manta rayPossible
- Sea turtlePossible
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.
Snorkelling
Not a snorkel site - Not applicable - deep wall/drop-off site for certified divers only
Safety notes
Strong to very strong currents, deep wall exposure, potential for down-currents - drift-diving skill and dive-guide briefing required
Permits & fees
No Sipadan-style limited permit; standard resort dive fees, Mataking lies outside Tun Sakaran Marine Park boundary
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Semporna
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.