Malaysia · Kapalai
Gurnard Point
Best time to dive
January to December
What you might see
- FrogfishLikely
- Moray eelReliably seen
- NudibranchLikely
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.
Snorkelling
Snorkel-friendly - Suitable (explicitly noted as a viable snorkel site)
Safety notes
Silty/sandy bottom can be stirred up reducing visibility; care needed around the small wreck; no major current reported
Permits & fees
No Sipadan permit required; marine park/resort fees may apply
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.