Scuba dives are the best way to interact with the dozens of marine species in Pulau Payar and surely, it promises you an adventure in every dive site!
Opening hours
| Monday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
| Thursday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
| Friday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
| Saturday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
| Sunday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
What to expect?
What to expect?
A 45 minute boat ride away from Kuah Jetty in Langkawi Island, the Pulau Payar Marine Park offers you some of the best diving experiences in the Malacca Strait. There are about 15 dive sites scattered throughout Pulau Payar and the 3 smaller islands that make up the marine park with unique locations such as Coral Garden, Sunken Boat Point, Grouper Farm, Sponge Reef, Lembu Rocks, Shark Point, and House Reef.
A typical scuba diving package provides you with full gear with 2 diving opportunities with lunch in between them. Once you’re in the water you’re free to explore the ocean floor, old boat wrecks while being flanked by turtles, manta rays and all different types of fish!
A typical scuba diving package provides you with full gear with 2 diving opportunities with lunch in between them. Once you’re in the water you’re free to explore the ocean floor, old boat wrecks while being flanked by turtles, manta rays and all different types of fish!
What to bring?
What to bring?
- Rash guard UV protector
- Diving gear or you can rent at dive shop
- Drinking water
- Snack
- Dry snorkel
What are the facilities provided?
What are the facilities provided?
There is a Visitor’s Centre at the marine park which houses restrooms, picnic tables, gazebos, shaded rest areas and even a platform where you can walk on glass and see the water below! Here, you can also pick up maps, charts and brochures that are available at the centre to learn more about Pulau Payar and its surroundings. A plank walkway runs along the beach of Pulau Payar and there is also a jetty there.
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Family , Group
Safety tips
Safety tips
- Check your scuba gear and equipments, making sure they’re all on correctly and everything is functioning. Offer to check your buddies gear and ask them to do the same for you.
- Know to dive within your limits and capabilities. If you aren’t comfortable diving around wrecks or deep areas, don’t do it. It’s okay to not succumb to peer pressure.
- Don’t wander off alone while underwater. Keep line of sight with your other dive buddies and make sure you know the proper signals to notify them you’re having trouble.
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- The marine park is part of a migration trail for species such as sailfish, dolphin and whale sharks! If you’re lucky, you can manage to see them during the hot period from October till February.
- The park has a ‘no fins’ policy. You cannot use your fins when diving or snorkelling in the waters.
- Do note that the showers in the changing rooms located in the marine park Visitor’s Centre spray sea water instead of treated water.
- For beginners, a one day diving package (inclusive of equipment) costs between RM 430 - RM 480. For certified divers (who bring along their ORIGINAL license), expect the price to be around RM 400 - RM 450.
What to expect?
What to expect?
A 45 minute boat ride away from Kuah Jetty in Langkawi Island, the Pulau Payar Marine Park offers you some of the best diving experiences in the Malacca Strait. There are about 15 dive sites scattered throughout Pulau Payar and the 3 smaller islands that make up the marine park with unique locations such as Coral Garden, Sunken Boat Point, Grouper Farm, Sponge Reef, Lembu Rocks, Shark Point, and House Reef.
A typical scuba diving package provides you with full gear with 2 diving opportunities with lunch in between them. Once you’re in the water you’re free to explore the ocean floor, old boat wrecks while being flanked by turtles, manta rays and all different types of fish!
A typical scuba diving package provides you with full gear with 2 diving opportunities with lunch in between them. Once you’re in the water you’re free to explore the ocean floor, old boat wrecks while being flanked by turtles, manta rays and all different types of fish!
What to bring?
What to bring?
- Rash guard UV protector
- Diving gear or you can rent at dive shop
- Drinking water
- Snack
- Dry snorkel
What are the facilities provided?
What are the facilities provided?
There is a Visitor’s Centre at the marine park which houses restrooms, picnic tables, gazebos, shaded rest areas and even a platform where you can walk on glass and see the water below! Here, you can also pick up maps, charts and brochures that are available at the centre to learn more about Pulau Payar and its surroundings. A plank walkway runs along the beach of Pulau Payar and there is also a jetty there.
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Family , Group
Safety tips
Safety tips
- Check your scuba gear and equipments, making sure they’re all on correctly and everything is functioning. Offer to check your buddies gear and ask them to do the same for you.
- Know to dive within your limits and capabilities. If you aren’t comfortable diving around wrecks or deep areas, don’t do it. It’s okay to not succumb to peer pressure.
- Don’t wander off alone while underwater. Keep line of sight with your other dive buddies and make sure you know the proper signals to notify them you’re having trouble.
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- The marine park is part of a migration trail for species such as sailfish, dolphin and whale sharks! If you’re lucky, you can manage to see them during the hot period from October till February.
- The park has a ‘no fins’ policy. You cannot use your fins when diving or snorkelling in the waters.
- Do note that the showers in the changing rooms located in the marine park Visitor’s Centre spray sea water instead of treated water.
- For beginners, a one day diving package (inclusive of equipment) costs between RM 430 - RM 480. For certified divers (who bring along their ORIGINAL license), expect the price to be around RM 400 - RM 450.
Scuba dives are the best way to interact with the dozens of marine species in Pulau Payar and surely, it promises you an adventure in every dive site!
Opening hours
| Monday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
| Thursday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
| Friday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
| Saturday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
| Sunday | 08:00 am to 06:00 pm |
