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Barracuda Point Udar Besar
Short boat reef dive known for seasonal barracuda schools.
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Reached by short day boat from Kota Kinabalu or nearby park departure points.
Reached by local day boat near the Sepanggar side of the marine park, this site is usually planned for manageable reef diving with occasional schooling fish and modest visibility.
About Barracuda Point Udar Besar
Barracuda Point Udar Besar is a short boat dive near the Sepanggar side of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, known for open-water movement along a reef slope and seasonal schooling barracuda. It is typically planned as an easy park boat dive when conditions are settled, with divers watching the blue as well as the reef for passing fish life.
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Research Estimate At Barracuda Point Udar Besar
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 8m
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentLight current
Where Is Barracuda Point Udar Besar?
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Barracuda Point Udar Besar Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Best Season
Divable year-round, with the drier January to April period usually offering calmer seas and clearer water around Kota Kinabalu.
Typical Conditions
Usually a warm-water park boat dive with a reef slope, modest visibility, and generally manageable movement when weather stays settled.
Safety & Access At Barracuda Point Udar Besar
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficLow visibility
Safety Notes
Boat diving only. Keep pickup and drop-off awareness high around boat traffic, and stay close to the guide if visibility drops.
Access Restrictions
Within Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, with access by local day boat under Sabah Parks visitor and marine park rules.
Legal Notes
Sabah Parks conservation fees apply for park entry, and protected-area rules apply within Tunku Abdul Rahman Park.
Local Intel For Barracuda Point Udar Besar
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Usually dived as an easy short-boat reef site where divers watch for schooling fish in the blue as well as life along the slope.
Recent Logged Visits At Barracuda Point Udar Besar
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Barracuda Point Udar Besar
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility8m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
