Dayang Island (or Pulau Dayang, as it is known locally) is located approximately 65km west of Johor. It is part of the 5 islands, together with Pulau Aur, Pulau Lang, Pulau Pinang, together with Pulau Pemanggil, that make up a distinct offshore region of Johor Marine Park. With their crystal blue waters and abundant marine life, this is one of Malaysia’s most popular site amongst divers all around.
Dayang and Aur dive sites noted for their diversity. Open water, advance open water and more experienced divers have a choice of ranging from shore dives for shallow reefs to more challenging rocky depths. Dayang and Aur have been the site of many sightings of whale shark and manta rays on the right season.
This was my first time even attempting scuba diving. The class was fun and informative. It was great preparation for the dive. The dive itself was absolutely fabulous! This was truly one of the best experiences of my life.
Jill H, France, April 2008
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Diving Season
During the months of March to November, you can expect to have great weather by day, and a fantastic view of the starry night after dark in Pulau Dayang. Between November to March, the Northeast monsoon makes it more challenging to dive, and most divers will prefer to dive in Phuket, Thailand instead.
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PADI Scuba diving Courses
by PADI Dive Centre (Singapore)
Weekly courses include:
PADI Open Water Diver
PADI Advanced Open Water Diver
PADI Rescue Diver
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SCUBA Diving and Snorkelling
by PADI Dive Centre (Singapore)
With more than fifteen dive sites from drift diving to exploring wrecks and a myriad of marine life populating the reefs, Dayang Island is great for beginners and dive professionals alike!
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Accommodation
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Island Reef Resort–2D2N
Tioman Island, Malaysia
One of the biggest island off the east coast of peninsular Malaysia, Tioman island offers exceptional diving in the region. You will be pleasantly surprised by the Island Reef Resort.
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Referral
Theory & Practical Only
Small and cosy, Island Reef Resort sits right in the heart of the buzling Tioman Island. With disco and pubs around the corner, experience an exciting night life.
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What You Need
- Visa and Valid Passport
- Local Currency (Ringit, RM)
- Personal Medication
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Getting There
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By Land and Sea (6 Hrs)
Coach or Minibus & Ferry or Speed-boat
One of the biggest island off the east coast of peninsular Malaysia, Tioman island offers exceptional diving in the region. You will be pleasantly surprised by the Island Reef Resort.
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By Air (3 Hrs)
Theory & Practical Only
Small and cosy, Island Reef Resort sits right in the heart of the buzling Tioman Island. With disco and pubs around the corner, experience an exciting night life.
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Includes
- All transfers via Land and Sea
- Twin-share accommodation (3-star in Genting)
- All meals
- Air tanks and Weights
- English-speaking guides and dive masters
Excludes
- Airfare (if any)
- Taxes and fuel surcharges
- Personal expenses that include drinks, telephone and landry bills, and tips
- Personal travel insurance (proof of insurance is required)
- Visa application and fees, if necessary
- Marine Park Fee (RM $5, if any)
- 4 x AA size Battery (if required for night dive)
- Gratitudes for the Boat Crew / Guide
- Others: Gratitudes for the Boat Crew / Guide
Prerequisites
- Minimum PADI Open Water Diver Certification or equivalence
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Packages
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Island Reef Resort–2D2N
Tioman Island, Malaysia
One of the biggest island off the east coast of peninsular Malaysia, Tioman island offers exceptional diving in the region. You will be pleasantly surprised by the Island Reef Resort.
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Other Reef Resort–3D3N
Tioman Island, Malaysia
One of the biggest island off the east coast of peninsular Malaysia, Tioman island offers exceptional diving in the region. You will be pleasantly surprised by the Island Reef Resort.
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Tioman Island, Malaysia
One of the biggest island off the east coast of peninsular Malaysia, Tioman island offers exceptional diving in the region. You will be pleasantly surprised by the Island Reef Resort.
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Dayang Trip Itinerary
Dayang Island 2D3N Itinerary
Day 1
1900 Gather @ Gill Divers
1930 Departure for Mersing Jetty
2230 Rest stop (Night divers buy battery for dive torch)
2345 Arrival @ Mersing Jetty
Day 2
0015 Depart on ferry for Tioman Island
0315 Arrival @ Tioman Island
0330 Check into resort
0900 Meet-up at Dining area for Breakfast, followed by morning brief
1030 1st Dive
1230 Lunch
1400 2nd & 3rd Dive
1900 Dinner / Night Dive (Advanced Open Water Divers and above)
2030 Dinner (Advanced Open Water Divers and above)
Day 3
0700 Meet-up at Dining area for morning brief
0715 1st Dive
0900 Breakfast
1030 2nd Dive
1200 Lunch
1300 Check out and Departure from Island
1700 Arrival @ Mersing Jetty
1730 Depart on bus for Singapore
2100 Arrival @ Gill Divers (Home Sweet Home)
Please note that the above timing is an approximate. It may be subject to road / traffic / tide / weather condition on the day of trip.
Dayang Island Reef Basics
 Great for: |
Open Water, Advanced, Photography |
 Highlights: |
Tropical fish, bumphead parrotfishes, cuttlefishes, turtles, occasional whaleshark and manta ray. |
 Depth: |
5 – 30m |
 Visibility: |
10 – 25m |
 Currents: |
Can be strong |
 Surface conditions: |
Calm |
 Water temperature: |
25 – 29°C |
 Number of dive sites: |
~15 |
 Experience level: |
Beginner – Advanced |
 Recommended Length of stay: |
2 – 3days |
Dive Sites in Dayang Island
There are approximately 15 dive sites diveable from Dayang. They are:
Dayang bay
Dayang Tip is l
telok sebukang
Telok Mariam
dayang jetty is one of the
atlantis bay
- Telok Jawa
- The Pinnacles
- Palau Pinang
- Pulau Lang
Pulau Lang is the mouth of the southern end of the channel. Lang is commonly used for check out dives at Dayang Island due to the calm conditions of the bays
“Lang Bay”, situated on the eastern side is one of the favourite site for conducting open water dive classes. Advantages are its proximity to the resort, and its generally sheltered conditions, shallow reef and sandy sea bed.
The the western side of Pulau Lang is shattered with several bays and pockets of coral growth at shallow depth of about 10 m. This area is a good first dive and introducing night diving. Common sightings are batfishes, nudibranch moral eel and box fishes stays around the reefs. At night, one can find hermit crab, eel, scorpionfish, cuttlefish etc.
- Captain’s Point
- Dayang Wreck
Getting to Dayang Island
2 and a half hours from Singapore to Malaysia, Mersing Jetty by Bus
3 to 4 hours from Mersing to Dayang Island, on normal ferry
Accommodation in Dayang Island
There is only one resort and beach on Dayang Island which is Dayang Island Resort. Imagine, a whole island to yourself!
Dayang Island Resort
No frills package
SGD350 3D2N Package
Excludes equipment rental
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