Beyond the beginner-friendly house reef, Tenggol offers serious diving for experienced divers seeking adventure.
Why Advanced Divers Love Tenggol
- Deep walls dropping to 40m+
- Current-swept pinnacles
- Pelagic action at depth
- Challenging drift dives
- Less crowded than other destinations
Advanced Dive Sites
| Site | Depth | Level | Challenge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tokong Burung | 10-35m | AOW | Strong currents, pinnacle |
| Rajawali | 15-40m | Deep Diver | Deep walls, drift |
| Tanjung Gua | 12-30m | AOW | Variable currents |
| Tokong Timur (deep) | 20-38m | AOW+ | Pelagic hunting |
Site Profiles
Tokong Burung
A dramatic pinnacle rising from 35m to near the surface. Strong currents attract large pelagics. Reef hooks recommended. Best for:
- Drift diving
- Shark encounters
- Schooling fish
- Wide-angle photography
Rajawali
Deep wall site with ledges and overhangs. Drops beyond recreational limits. Features:
- Deep exploration 30-40m
- Large fan corals
- Occasional eagle rays
- Nitrox beneficial
Current Conditions
| Rating | Description | Typical Sites |
|---|---|---|
| Mild | Easy swim, all levels | House Reef, Tanjung Api |
| Moderate | Noticeable, manageable | Tokong Timur, most sites |
| Strong | Drift required, hook useful | Tokong Burung, Rajawali |
Required Skills
- Buoyancy: Excellent control essential
- Air management: Deep profiles consume air fast
- Current awareness: Read water, plan exits
- Safety stop discipline: Critical for deep dives
- SMB deployment: For drift dive pickups
Equipment for Advanced Sites
- Dive computer (required)
- SMB and reel
- Reef hook (for current)
- Torch (for ledges/overhangs)
- Nitrox certification (highly recommended)
Technical Diving
Limited tech diving support available. Arrange in advance for:
- Nitrox fills
- Extended range dives
- Trimix (special arrangement)
- Deco-staged dives
Tips for Advanced Diving at Tenggol
- Brief thoroughly - ask about currents
- Dive with experienced local guides
- Use Nitrox for repetitive deep dives
- Surface interval between deep profiles
- Check computer for NDL aggressively
- Buddy discipline - stay together
What You Might See
- Blacktip and whitetip reef sharks
- Giant trevally schools
- Eagle rays
- Large groupers
- Barracuda tornados
- Whale sharks (seasonal, often at depth)
Challenge yourself at Tenggol - book advanced dive packages on the Dipsea app.