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Paku Kechil
Paku Kechil is a short Redang boat dive with coral and drift sections.
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A quick boat hop from Long Beach, Paku Kechil is easy to reach and works at either tide, but some sections carry enough current for relaxed drift diving.
About Paku Kechil
Paku Kechil is a close-in Redang reef with a rocky island slope, coral patches and sandy bottom. It is quick to reach from Long Beach, works at either tide and gives divers a mix of coral scenery, drift sections and chances for turtles, rays and reef sharks.
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Research Estimate At Paku Kechil
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 14m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentModerate current
Where Is Paku Kechil?
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Paku Kechil Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
7m - 20m
Depth Note
Entry area is approximately 7–9 m; overall depth reported as 18–20 m, with sandy areas around 18 m.
Best Season
March to September
Typical Conditions
Suitable to dive at both high and low tide.
Safety & Access At Paku Kechil
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong current
Safety Notes
Plan around the current, keep a drift-friendly mindset and avoid fighting the water along the slope.
Access Restrictions
Best for divers who are comfortable with changing current along the slope; drift timing helps.
Legal Notes
Follow Redang Marine Park rules and any local mooring or boat-lane guidance.
Local Intel For Paku Kechil
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Sloping profile from roughly 7–9 m down to about 18–20 m.
Freediving
Freediving works best on calm days along the shallower entry slope, but current sections make it better for confident freedivers.
Snorkeling
Snorkelling works well in the calmer sections near the slope and sandy bottom. Stay aware of current where the reef leans away from shore.
Wildlife at Paku Kechil
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Paku Kechil
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Paku Kechil
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility14m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
