Mike’s Point

Type:

Scuba Diving

Entry:⚓Boat Entry

Difficulty:Intermediate

Tags:

ReefWall

About This Dive Spot

Mike’s Point is a dive site by a small mushroom-shaped island, featuring a shallow coral garden that transitions into an overhang and a wall. A dive light can be useful for exploring the shaded areas. The site is known for encounters with reef sharks, turtles, schooling fish, and small critters.

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Depth note

Described as a shallow coral garden with an overhang and wall.

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Overhead environment

Safety notes

Consider carrying an underwater light for the overhang and wall areas.

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Scuba divers descend into a shallow coral garden and continue along an overhang and wall.

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Spots Near Mike’s Point

📍 3.5 km

New Reef (Dom Te Te)

Not Set

Reef site with coral bommies and a shallow top covered in colorful corals. The reef begins around 5 m and slopes down to about 40 m, offering a fish-rich dive with schooling species along the reef. Marine life sightings can include garden eels, blacktip and whitetip reef sharks, tuna, barracuda, angelfish, butterflyfish, and triggerfish.

📍 3.9 km

Crossover

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Crossover is an epic wall dive reached by a short boat ride. It is described as best dived on high tide and is known for large fish activity. Divers can expect schools of fish along the wall and regular shark sightings, including blacktip and whitetip reef sharks.

📍 3.9 km

Chicken Reef

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Chicken Reef is a shallow reef dive with coral-covered topography and a distinct mix of species compared with nearby sites. Large schools of fusiliers and other colorful reef fish are commonly seen moving across the coral. This site is known for strong currents, and divers can also spot smaller critters such as pipefish, pygmy seahorses, nudibranchs, flatworms, along with crabs and shrimps.

📍 4.2 km

Friwen garden

Not Set

A shallow reef site featuring a long coral garden with a mix of soft and hard corals. Depths are best in the 3–14 m range, and conditions are typically calm. Currents are usually mild, but when they pick up the length of the reef can suit a drift-style dive.

📍 4.3 km

Pasir Timbul

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Pasir Timbul is a sloping coral reef site located a short ride from a local dive center. It’s described as a drift dive with frequent marine activity. Divers can encounter a variety of reef fish along with sharks and rays in the current.

📍 4.5 km

Chicken reef

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Chicken Reef is a large seamount dive with shallow areas and deeper slopes, offering extensive coral coverage and lively fish action. The site is known for rich marine life and coral gardens. Currents can be strong and are a major feature of the dive, often concentrating fish and creating a more dynamic experience.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best entry point at Mike’s Point?

Entry at Mike’s Point is detailed in the spot description above. Look for specific landmarks, access paths, and any tide or condition requirements. Local divers often share updated entry tips in their dive logs.

What conditions are best for diving Mike’s Point?

Optimal conditions at Mike’s Point depend on several factors including tide, wind, and season. Check recent dive logs for current condition reports and patterns. Generally, calmer seas and high tide provide better visibility and easier entry.

What is the maximum depth and typical visibility at Mike’s Point?

Depth and visibility information for Mike’s Point can be found in the spot details and recent dive logs. Conditions can vary significantly based on weather, tide, and season. Always plan your dive according to current conditions and your certification level.

Are there any safety considerations or local etiquette at Mike’s Point?

When diving Mike’s Point, respect local regulations, marine life, and other water users. Be aware of any specific hazards like currents or boat traffic mentioned in the spot description. Follow Leave No Trace principles and local diving etiquette.