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PULAU SATANG & KUCHING
Sarawak
Pulau Satang is a playground for macro lovers, leisure divers and snorkellers. It comprises two islands, the larger Pulau Satang Besar and the smaller Pulau Satang Kecil.
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Most diving activities are conducted in Pulau Satang Besar where two thirds of the island is fringed by coral reefs. Submerged rock boulders lay on the other parts of the island. With an average depth of 10 metres and temperatures reaching 300 Celsius, the waters mesmerise divers with its variety of corals and marine life.
Underwater photography enthusiasts will enjoy their adventure with the interesting variety of macro species. Delight in spotting the Blue Ringed Angelfish, Grouper, Snapper, Mangrove Jack, Copper Banded Butterflyfish, Parrotfish and Pufferfish.
Visibility is generally between 5 to 10 metres. Divers are cautioned of sea urchins and low visibility at certain areas. There are no commercial facilities on the island. A park fee of RM20 is payable to the Sarawak Forestry Corporation.
Getting to Pulau Satang is fairly easy. Visitors can take a short drive from Kuching to Santubong and embark by boat to the islands.
KUCHING WRECK ADVENTURE
The waters off Kuching, Sarawak’s capital, is famed for wreck diving. There are around 19 wrecks but only a few are available for recreational diving.
The popular wreck sites include Katori Maru and Hie (Hiyoshi) Maru which are from the Second World War. These wrecks are part of Borneo Island’s history. They are from the Japanese invasion fleet during the start of the war to take control over the island and the maritime route.
The wrecks are generally considered shallow, sitting at an average depth of 21 metres with plenty of artefacts such as ceramic ware, ship parts and ammunition. Marine life and corals are abundant around and within the wrecks.
There are other interesting wreck sites of commercial vessels. Their length ranges from 20 – 30 metres at a depth between 21-28 metres. Among them are TK Wreck, Thai Seven and Barge Wreck.
In Kuching, these wrecks play the role of been reefs for marine life and corals. It is not just a dive site for scuba divers but a main contributor to the coastal ecosystem.
All the wreck sites are suitable for Advanced certified divers except some, where experience is required.
