Malang Rocks
Batu Malang
A cluster of rocks beside Coral Island, thick with soft corals and sea fans, and one of Tioman's most popular dive sites.
Malang Rocks lie south of Tulai Island (Coral Island). They are a few granite rocks breaking the surface, with underwater terrain of boulders and slopes at depths of about 5-15 metres. Currents bring plenty of nutrients, so soft corals, sea fans and sea whips grow densely, and fish are abundant. Groupers, scorpionfish, barracuda shoals and turtles are common, and rays occasionally pass by. The shallows are also good for snorkelling. Because of the currents, the site suits divers with open water certification or higher, and beginners must follow a dive guide. It lies within the marine park reserve. Boats from dive shops in Salang or ABC take about 15-20 minutes, and the site is often combined with Tiger Reef and Chebeh Island for two dives in one day.
Opening hours
With dive boat group
Nearby sights
- Coral Island (Pulau Tulai)
- Pulau Chebeh
- Pulau Labas
- Pulau Soyak
- Salang Bay
- Monkey Beach
- ABC Beach (Air Batang)
- Renggis Island Marine Park