South Point
This is a good place to get a bit deeper in the morning as long
as you don’t mind a thin layer of narcosis-on-toast for breakfast.
One of the most likely sites for the more rare sharks such as hammerheads
and threshers, both of which tend to stay at depths here of 40+ m.
On this dive you will descend down to a ledge and then fin out gently
into the blue scanning for a glimpse of action. If you are lucky
enough to encounter hammerhead sharks or threshers you will be the toast
of the resort and the object of envy.
The wonder of Pulau Sipadan is that visitors get used to countless turtles,
white-tips, bump-headed parrotfish and massive schools of other
fish that the crossbar is always raised and South Point is often
the site for the crowning glory.
South Point Reef Basics: Coral heads and steep wall
Depth: 20- >40m
Visibility: 20 - 30m
Currents: Can be strong
Surface Conditions: Can be rough
Water Temperature: 27 - 30°C
Experience Level: Advanced only
Diving Season: All year round
PADI Course Compatibility: Great for shark awareness speciality
Distance: 5 mins boat ride from the island jetty or 15 km (15 mins) south of Mabul
Access: Boat dive from Pulau Sipadan or Mabul and Kapalai dive resorts
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