Suggestions for Dive Holiday, 17-25 October, 2015?

[huskychemist]

I've got one week to dedicate to a dive holiday in October and I'm trying to find options. I currently live in Bangkok, so I'd be flying out of there. I'm looking for either a liveaboard or dive resort where I can get 4 dives per day, including a night dive, each day of my trip. My budget isn't incredibly high, but luxury accomodations aren't a must either.

Any suggestions within Malaysia?

Thanks.
Lowell

 

[suechynn]

Tenggol island - east coast of peninsular malaysia

 

[ScubaDutch]

Hi Lowell,

4 dives per day in difficult in Malaysia because usually the minimum divers is 3 before they go out at night. So expect a maximum of 3 dives anywhere in Malaysia. Dive operators are not so big, not like the huge live-aboards like in Thailand.

If you like to combine some night life, and fair prices, I would recommend Perhentian (small island). Tenggol is great for Macro, and there is some night diving available too, but getting there is more of a hassle and the prices are a bit higher. Also at Tenggol you can expect strong currents, and is more suitable for Advanced divers. I have guided some dives there last year and know what I'm talking about.

I have written some reviews about different dive sites in Malaysia and the operators that I felt comfortable with, have a look at my site: ScubaDutch · Reviews-Malaysia

Drop me a PM or email through the contact form on the website if you require some additional information.

Happy diving!

Cheers, Rogier