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Ah Long Rock
Beginner-friendly macro reef reached by short boat ride.
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Reached by short day boat from Jesselton Point or other Kota Kinabalu departure points.
Short boat access from Jesselton Point to a gentle park reef usually dived with a local operator; visibility can drop after rain, but conditions are often manageable for newer divers.
About Ah Long Rock
Ah Long Rock is a short boat run from Kota Kinabalu and suits divers who want an easy sloping reef with steady macro hunting. Guides typically work the reef edge and sandy patches for shrimps, nudibranchs, rays, and other small critters, while the generally gentle profile makes it a workable park dive for newer divers when weather stays settled.
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Research Estimate At Ah Long Rock
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 7m
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentLight current
Where Is Ah Long Rock?
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Ah Long Rock Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Best Season
Divable year-round, with the drier January to April period usually offering the clearest and calmest conditions.
Typical Conditions
Usually a warm-water beginner-friendly boat dive on a sloping reef with macro life. Visibility is often modest and can drop further after rain or runoff.
Safety & Access At Ah Long Rock
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficLow visibility
Safety Notes
Boat diving only. Visibility can fall quickly after rain, so stay close to the guide and keep pickup and drop-off awareness high around boat traffic.
Access Restrictions
Within Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, with access by day boat from Kota Kinabalu under Sabah Parks visitor and marine park rules.
Legal Notes
Sabah Parks conservation fees apply for park entry, and protected-area zoning rules apply within Tunku Abdul Rahman Park.
Local Intel For Ah Long Rock
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Described as suitable for beginner and entry-level scuba divers with a sloping bottom.
Recent Logged Visits At Ah Long Rock
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Ah Long Rock
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility7m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
