Pulau Payar is the area’s main marine park, just over an hour by speedboat from Langkawi. Its protected reefs host soft corals, parrotfish, barracuda and small blacktip reef sharks.
What you do
- Transfer to the jetty and speedboat ride to the marine park.
- Safety briefing with a local divemaster.
- Two guided dives at sites such as Coral Garden or the Pulau Kaca reef.
- Lunch and free time to snorkel from the platform or the beach.
Who it is for
Divers with Open Water certification or equivalent. If you are not certified, an introductory dive with an instructor is available.
What to bring
- Your certification card and logbook.
- Swimwear, towel and reef-safe sunscreen.
- Passport for park registration.
Best time
November to April, with calm seas and the best visibility. The park may close or run fewer trips during the monsoon.
Good to know
Full equipment is included. The marine park conservation fee is paid separately or included depending on the package. Visibility ranges from 5 to 15 metres depending on the season. Groups are small, with a maximum of four divers per guide. Lunch is usually served on the park’s floating platform.
Included
- Return speedboat
- 2 guided dives
- Full dive equipment
- Lunch
- Free snorkelling
FAQs
Do I need a certification?
Yes for this package; non-divers can choose the intro dive.
Will we see sharks?
Juvenile blacktip reef sharks, which are harmless, are common.
How long is the boat ride?
Just over an hour by speedboat.
