Tanjong Jara Dive Resort

At Tanjong Jara Dive Resort in Dungun, Malaysia, diving is in the hands of friendly local boat captains and an award-winning team whose deep knowledge of the surrounding seas turns every outing into a safe, fun-filled day on the water. They know exactly where to take you to watch and photograph marine life at its best.

Small groups, big encounters

Fun dives run in small groups, giving photographers and marine enthusiasts plenty of time to soak in the surroundings, while newer or less experienced divers receive extra supervision throughout. Most diving centres on nearby Tenggol Island, home to more than 30 great dive sites brimming with marine life — and, if you're lucky, the giant whale shark.

As a PADI 5 Star Dive Resort with 2 PADI Instructors, the centre offers PADI scuba diving, snorkelling, equipment rental and conservation activities. On-site you'll find a training pool, classroom, dive boat, accommodation and more, with staff speaking English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Malay and Chinese.