© iStock-Cn0ra Find Your Next Adventure Looking for new diving adventures? MyDiveGuide is a smart online dive travel guide - made by divers for divers. Come dive the warm, clear waters of Malaysia Malaysia is an exotic land where the tranquility of lush jungles and pristine beaches meets the hustle and bustle of city life amongst towering skyscrapers. Scuba diving in Malaysia is the perfect destination for divers looking for excitement, adventure, and an unforgettable cultural experience. The country is filled with dive sites suitable for all diving levels with warm, calm, clear waters. Along Peninsular Malaysia, divers can soar amongst healthy coral reefs, pinnacles, and shipwrecks. For more dramatic diving with big ocean encounters, Malaysian Borneo never disappoints. Come experience the beauty of Malaysia diving today. © MaresSoyak WreckIn front of Salang, in the deepest part of Soyak Island, are two wooden wrecks covered with soft and hard coral. You must have a deep diver certification.Learn more © MaresBatu MalangOne of the most famous spots in Tioman, the name itself comes from the strange formation of rock hanging above, but not touching the water. This is quite a shallow dive with an amazing variety of corals and sea life.Learn more © Mares, Janez KranjcChebeh EastHere there is a large boulder above and underneath the water; Chebeh Island is one of our favourite dive sites as the underwater landscape is beautiful with lots of strange rock constructions, forests of hard and soft coral and several swim-through areas full of glass fish. ILearn more © Scubapro, Stephen FrinkSoyak IslandIn front of Salang, this small island is ideal if you like nudibranches and underwater landscapes. Lots of rocks are offering shelter to dozens of different species of fish.Learn more © Scubapro, Stephen FrinkRenggis IslandOne of the most famous dive sites around. Just some rocks and some trees above the surface, but put your face in the water and you will experience a pure tropical aquarium.Learn more © Mares, Predrag VuckovicTioman Marine ParkWant to know what happens if fishing boats are not respecting the Marine Park rules? More than twelve boats are laying there! This dive site usually has quite a low visibility, which creates a strange mood while you navigate between the wrecks.Learn more © Mares, Predrag VuckovicFan CanyonOutside of a small bay covered with strong coral, a slope of granite boulders creates a canyon, over time this canyon has now become full of gorgonian corals.Learn more © MaresPirate ReefDrop into the ocean and follow the sand, suddenly a beautiful reef full of hard corals appears in front of you. This dive site is ideal for a relaxed dive as it is small enough to slowly dive around it a few times, and usually has minimal current.Learn more © Ryan F. (#2881313)Pulau LabasThis site is just off of Tioman Island and looks like swiss cheese. The rocks and boulders at this site create countless swim-throughs and canyons. Many nudibranchs and juvenile fish can be seen as well as turtles and blacktip reef sharks.Learn more © AqualungTiger ReefThis beautiful rock formation in the middle of two small islands is covered largely by soft coral. The current can be quite strong at times, attracting a lot of marine life.Learn more Featured Dive Destinations © iStock/LiuNianSatun ProvinceThe little-visited province of Satun, right in Thailand’s south-west corner, is a delight to explore.Learn more © iStock/Riza AzhariAcehThe northernmost point on the island of Sumatra is the region of Aceh, blanketed by rainforest and fringed with clear, warm waters and beautiful reefs.Learn more © Shutterstock/Mark and Anna PhotographyNew CaledoniaSitting in the Coral Sea between Australia and Fiji, New Caledonia is a French collectivity consisting of a small group of islands and offers great diving.Learn more © Shutterstock/shutter_oTanintharyi RegionTanintharyi is defined by its amazing variety, from dugongs to manta rays, amazing reef sharks to colorful macro such as shrimp, lobsters, crabs and frog fish.Learn more © iStock/DKartNegrosNegros is world-famous for its amazing and diverse dive sites, where divers of all levels of experience can find some of the most beautiful diving sites.Learn more © iStock/Thien Woei JiingEast MalaysiaYou will have an unforgettable underwater experience in East Malaysia, one of the most important and beautiful scuba diving destinations in the world.Learn more © Shutterstock/Bell-Davey PhotographyKadavuKadavu is the perfect place to get immersed in the Fijian culture.Learn more © Shutterstock/J’nelNorth GuamMany marine preserves and wrecks are located on the northern end of the island of Guam.Learn more © iStock/TriggerPhotoThe Society IslandsProbably the most popular of the five French Polynesian Archipelagos is The Society Islands consisting of Tahiti, Moorea and Bora Bora.Learn more © iStock/makafushigiShikokuScuba diving in the Shikoku region is possible year-round, with most dive sites less than a 15-minute boat ride away.Learn more Explore underwater life Aquatic life under our oceans, lakes, rivers, and streams is amazing! From microscopic zooplankton to the largest animal on earth, the blue whale, underwater life comes in all possible shapes and sizes. With 71% of the earth being covered with water, it is no wonder we are so fascinated with what lies beneath the surface. In fact, scientists estimate that there are nearly 1 million different species of aquatic animals. Freshwater ecosystems are home mainly to fish, invertebrates, and reptiles, whereas the ocean contains a wide array of marine life including fish, mollusks, crustaceans, reptiles, sharks, and marine mammals like whales, dolphins, seals, and manatees. © AdobeStock-wildestanimalCommon DolphinThe most distinct characteristic is its beautiful, elaborate color pattern of its dark gray back - seeing them are truly a experience.Learn more © AdobeStock-hakbakNurse SharkNurse sharks are usually found resting on the bottom of the reef or inside small caverns - check out the map for all the best dive sites.Learn more © iStock/DivepicGiant Oceanic Manta RayScuba diving with mantas is one of the most amazing experiences any diver can have underwater.Learn more © Alamy-WaterFrameCommon SeahorseIf you want to find them while diving, make sure you go slow, keep your eyes peeled, and look closely along the soft or rocky bottom.Learn more © Alamy-WaterFrameMoray EelMoray eels are usually seen with their heads poking out from the reef.Learn more © Shutterstock-Rich CareyAngelfishDiving with angelfish are always a special encounter as divers can often times get quite close.Learn more © iStock-Global_PicsBarracudaBarracuda are easily identifiable by their shiny, silvery color, long, snake-like body.Learn more © AdobeStock-JirinaVFRPufferfishDiving with puffer fish is very enjoyable as they are quite cute.Learn more Discover the wonders of the deep with SSI's blog Join us on an exciting journey of discovery and learn more about exhilarating diving adventures, dedicated conservation initiatives, and innovative educational opportunities that will help you illuminate the extraordinary beauty of the underwater world. 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