Malaysia · Tenggol Island
Teluk Air Tawar
Also known as: Freshwater Bay
Best time to dive
March to October; November to February
What you might see
- Sea turtlePossible
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Open Water
Snorkelling
Snorkel-friendly - Yes - good sheltered snorkeling directly off the resort beach
Safety notes
Boat traffic near jetty; reduced visibility after heavy rain from the freshwater spring
Permits & fees
Terengganu Marine Park conservation fee (Tenggol gazetted 1994): RM5 Malaysian adult/RM2 child; RM30 foreign adult/RM15 child (Dept. of Fisheries Malaysia marine park rate)
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Kuala Dungun
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.