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Dive Spot Guide•
TDB house reef
TDB House Reef is a shore-access beginner reef and snorkel spot in Tioman.
Short beach walk, gentle slope, and mild currents make TDB House Reef an easy shore dive and snorkel when Tioman's visibility window is open.
About TDB house reef
TDB House Reef is a shore-access house reef in Kampung Genting, built for easy training dives and relaxed reef time. A sandy slope runs out from the beach and then steepens, so the dive starts simple and still gives you a proper reef profile below. It is a good fit for buoyancy work, Try Scuba, snorkeling, and calm-day macro hunting over the coral garden. Expect a beginner-friendly site with plenty of small reef life when Tioman visibility is good.
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Research Estimate At TDB house reef
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessEasy entry
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentLight current
Where Is TDB house reef?
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Community sourced coordinates.
TDB house reef Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 16m
Depth Note
Gradual slope from shore, steepening from 6m to about 16m.
Best Season
March-May and September-November usually give the best visibility; monsoon months are less reliable.
Typical Conditions
Shore-access house reef with a gradual sandy slope, mild currents, and 15-30m visibility in better windows.
Safety & Access At TDB house reef
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Sharp coral
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy tight over the coral gardens and avoid brushing the planted sections.
Access Restrictions
Use the beach access and follow Tioman Marine Park rules.
Legal Notes
Tioman's marine park status means the island's marine habitats are protected park resources.
Local Intel For TDB house reef
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Often used for buoyancy training, entry-level courses, and Try Scuba sessions.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive target. Only consider it as a calm-day practice spot if you are already confident in reef navigation.
Snorkeling
The shallow slope and coral garden make it a real snorkeling option on calm days.
Wildlife at TDB house reef
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At TDB house reef
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At TDB house reef
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
