Pulau Lima / Big Mount overview with coral gardens and pelagic notes.
Pulau Lima is Redang's current-driven seamount for experienced divers.
Pulau Lima is Redang's current-driven seamount for experienced divers.
Pulau Lima is a multi-area Redang seamount with a current-driven mound and boulder reefs at the southern tip. It suits experienced divers who want pelagics, coral gardens and moving water, with Big Mount and Black Coral Garden offering the best mix of structure and fish life.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
14m - 32m
Depth Note
Big Mount's tip is about 14 m and the wall drops to about 32 m; the wider site also includes shallow coral-and-anemone areas at the southern tip.
Best Season
March to September
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Plan gas, depth and turnaround around the current; the mound and wall sections can move the dive around quickly.
Access Restrictions
Best for experienced divers comfortable with strong current and changing sub-sites.
Legal Notes
Follow Redang Marine Park rules and local mooring guidance.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Includes a submerged mound and reefy boulder areas, with current-driven pelagic encounters possible.
Snorkeling
Not a casual snorkel pick; the current-driven mound and deeper tips make it better as a guided dive site.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Pulau Lima / Big Mount overview with coral gardens and pelagic notes.
General Redang dive-guide context on resort packages and current conditions.
Redang reef-health survey and visibility context.
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