Merang Bay

Merang Bay is a recreational diving area located within a radius of approximately 8 nautical miles (15 km) from the Merang River estuary. Despite its close proximity to the mainland, the bay offers surprisingly clear waters and a marine environment that many divers regard as rich, vibrant, and largely untouched.

Beneath the surface, divers may encounter bamboo sharks resting beneath rocky shelters, large Jenkins’ whiprays gliding across the seabed, and a variety of colourful nudibranch species. When conditions are favourable, schools of trevally and barracuda can also be seen cruising across the sandy bottom. The underwater landscape is further enhanced by natural rock formations, coral colonies, and patches of marine vegetation.

One of the main attractions of Merang Bay is its convenience. Divers can complete their dives and return to Merang Jetty by around midday, making it an ideal choice for travellers seeking a short yet rewarding diving experience.

There are five (5) recognised dive sites within Merang Bay, namely:

  1. Pulau Bara (Ember Island)
  2. Batu Peranakan
  3. Merang Lighthouse
  4. Batu Rusa
  5. Batu Mandi 

Our Typical Itinerary

  • 0730H Registration at Dive Center
  • 0800H Equipment assembly
  • 0830H Depart to Merang Bay
  • 0915H First dive
  • 1015H Surface interval
  • 1115H Second Dive
  • 1215H Depart back / return to Merang’s Jetty

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