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Dive Spot Guide•
Coral Hills
Shallow speedboat reef in southeast Mabul
Local operator required
Local Mabul operators handle the speedboat logistics, briefs, and gear handling.
A calm, shallow Mabul reef site reached by speedboat, with a compact profile and a marine-life mix that leans toward reef fish and macro life.
About Coral Hills
Coral Hills is a shallow southeast Mabul reef site with calm water, easy speedboat access, and enough reef structure to keep a relaxed dive interesting. It fits Mabul's macro-rich style, where reef fish and small critters are the real draw.
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Research Estimate At Coral Hills
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Coral Hills?
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Coral Hills Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 15m
Depth Note
A shallow Mabul reef profile with compact structure and no sign of a deep, technical footprint.
Best Season
Year-round, with calmer boat windows preferred.
Typical Conditions
Shallow southeast Mabul reef with calm water, a compact profile, and a reef-fish focus rather than a big-current feel.
Safety & Access At Coral Hills
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Low visibility
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy tidy around the reef and use the boat briefing, because the site is shallow and calm-water conditions can change with weather.
Access Restrictions
Speedboat access is the practical route, with island and resort logistics handled through local operators.
Legal Notes
Follow the local marine and island rules that apply around Mabul and the wider Semporna dive network.
Local Intel For Coral Hills
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
An easy boat dive with a shallow reef profile and enough structure for a relaxed outing.
Freediving
The shallow, calm water can work for freediving on settled days, but the site reads more naturally as a scuba stop.
Snorkeling
Shallow reef sections can suit snorkelling when the sea is flat.
Wildlife at Coral Hills
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Coral Hills
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Coral Hills
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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