Independent resort/operator context for Mataking access from Semporna
Mataking reef-and-wall dive with clear water.
Mataking reef-and-wall dive with clear water.
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Treasure Hunt is a Mataking reef-and-wall boat dive with a relaxed profile and resort-side planning. It suits certified divers who want protected structure, clear tropical water, and the chance of both macro and larger reef life.
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Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 30m
Depth Note
The site is described as a scenic Mataking boat dive with a 5 to 30 m profile and relaxed reef-and-wall planning.
Best Season
Year-round.
Typical Conditions
Clear tropical water, reef and wall structure, and a dive plan that can feel more dynamic if the day’s current lines up on the wall.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Treat it as a guided boat dive with current-aware routing; the wall sections deserve respect even when the dive feels relaxed.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; use Mataking or Semporna logistics.
Legal Notes
Follow resort and marine-park guidance for boat dives and current-aware routing.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best for certified scuba divers who want a scenic reef-and-wall route with relaxed resort support and the possibility of current.
Freediving
Not the primary use; Treasure Hunt is built for scuba boat planning rather than surface freediving.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel-first site; the depth and boat plan make it a scuba dive.
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.
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Research Sources
Independent resort/operator context for Mataking access from Semporna
Independent Mataking dive-site guide with Treasure Hunt as a relaxing scenic dive
Official Sabah tourism context for Mataking dive facilities and clear-water island diving
Mataking resort and dive-center context, including island logistics and nearby reef diving
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