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Article says TARP offers year-round diving, is not too busy, has visibility around 8-20m, and sees eagle rays, blacktip reef sharks, turtles, and seasonal whale sharks around the islands.
Gaya Strip
Easy boat-access reef dive near Kota Kinabalu.
Scuba DivingBoatBeginnerUp to 20m
Reef
Local operator required
Boat access and park timing are normally handled by Kota Kinabalu dive centres.
Boat-access reef dive in Tunku Abdul Rahman Park with easy conditions, good visibility for the area, and a mix of macro life, reef fish, and larger pelagics.
About Gaya Strip
Gaya Strip is a short-boat reef dive in Tunku Abdul Rahman Park with easy conditions, healthy coral patches, and a mix of macro life and larger reef visitors. It suits divers who want a straightforward Kota Kinabalu day reef.
Safety & Access
Site Conditions
Boat traffic
Safety Notes
Keep a careful surface profile and follow the guide's pickup plan because the park has regular day-boat movement.
Access Restrictions
Use a local operator for park access and boat timing from Kota Kinabalu.
Legal Notes
Follow Sabah Parks marine-park rules and the operator's site briefing.
Where Is Gaya Strip?
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Local Intel For Gaya Strip
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A straightforward reef dive with shallow slopes, macro life, and the occasional shark or ray pass.
Wildlife at Gaya Strip
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Research Estimate At Gaya Strip
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Avg. Visibility10m
Access4/5 · Simple entry
Coral3/5 · Mixed health
Aquatic Life4/5 · Great variety
Facilities4/5 · Good facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentLight current
