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Dive Spot Guide•
Mayne Reef
Sabah drift reef with stingrays and sharks
Local operator required
Usually dived through Kota Belud operators like Bigfin.
Boat-access west-coast reef with colourful coral bommies, easy drift sections and a quiet feel that suits relaxed reef divers.
About Mayne Reef
Mayne Reef is a broad Sabah coral reef of bommies, sandy valleys and dense fish life, best for relaxed drift diving among fusiliers, snappers, stingrays and sleeping reef sharks. It is a short boat ride from Kota Belud and feels like an easygoing reef day rather than a technical outing.
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Research Estimate At Mayne Reef
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessSimple entry
CoralPristine, vibrant coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityVery quiet
CurrentLight current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Mayne Reef?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Mayne Reef Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 25m
Depth Note
Shallow sandy valleys around 5m, with the reef running out to about 25m.
Best Season
Year-round; best Feb-July.
Typical Conditions
Colourful hard-coral reef with sandy valleys and bommies, usually relaxed on calm days but still affected by current and sea state.
Safety & Access At Mayne Reef
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Strong currentWaves
Safety Notes
Watch the drift, stay close on the reef edge, and recheck surface conditions before entry.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; use an operator familiar with Kota Belud drift conditions.
Local Intel For Mayne Reef
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Good for reef divers who want a relaxed drift over coral bommies and fish-filled valleys.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive target.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkelling-first site.
Wildlife at Mayne Reef
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Mayne Reef
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Mayne Reef
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
