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Trip report with the Tukun speedboat approach, 20 m visibility, and artificial-reef notes.
Dive Spot Guide•
Tukun
Advanced Mantanani tukun with currents and coral blocks
Boat access, strong current, and an artificial-reef profile make Tukun an advanced Mantanani dive with worthwhile coral and fish life.
About Tukun
Tukun is a challenging Mantanani boat dive known for strong currents and waves. Cement blocks placed on the seabed by island villagers have become an artificial reef, and the site now combines coral growth with schools of jackfish, rays, and lobsters. It is an advanced dive best approached by divers who are comfortable with active water and a deeper profile.
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Research Estimate At Tukun
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessChallenging entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentVery strong current
SurgeStrong surge
Where Is Tukun?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Tukun Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
19m - 25m
Depth Note
Artificial reef blocks and the main ridge sit in the mid-to-deeper band.
Best Season
February to July; calmer seas and better visibility are the usual window.
Typical Conditions
Strong current, waves, and a deeper artificial-reef profile; calmer sea-state windows improve the dive.
Safety & Access At Tukun
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Strong currentSurgeWaves
Safety Notes
Currents, waves, and the deeper profile make this a site for experienced divers only.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; trips run when the ocean is calm.
Legal Notes
Standard Sabah dive-operator rules apply.
Local Intel For Tukun
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Advanced-level boat dive. Good buoyancy and current awareness matter, and the deeper profile is better for confident divers.
Freediving
Not a freedive target; the currents and waves make this a scuba-only site.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site; the conditions and profile are better suited to scuba.
Wildlife at Tukun
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Tukun
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Tukun
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
