Last Frontier
Explore the breathtaking underwater world of Malaysia at this easily accessible dive site, located near Kampung Salang, Tioman, Rompin, Pahang. While the current can be strong here, divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced, can enjoy the remarkable marine life.
Begin your adventure by heading towards the small bay north of the island. As you descend to a maximum depth of 15m, you'll be delighted by the captivating floor of table coral and the impressive wall of hard coral. Swim past the rocks to find yourself surrounded by beautiful whip coral, an excellent spot for fish nurseries. The visibility here is a decent 10m, ensuring a memorable experience.
Allow yourself to be effortlessly carried by the current and relish in the mesmerizing underwater scenery. Don't forget to keep an eye out for hidden fish nurseries, if you know where to find them. With its diverse marine ecosystem and captivating views, this dive site guarantees an unforgettable diving experience for all enthusiasts.
So, gear up and venture into the vibrant underwater world of Malaysia's dive site. Don't miss out on exploring this easy yet thrilling dive spot. Happy diving!
Diving Conditions Score for Last Frontier
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Last Frontier
Depth
15m
Visibility
10m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Last Frontier
Wave Height
0.2m
Wind Speed
7.4 m/s
Water Temp
29.5°C
Visibility
12.34km
Cloud Cover
77%
Wave Period
2.95s
Air Temperature
26°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Last Frontier
Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 8.545219540229885/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.22m, Wind 6.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 7.862004081632654/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Last Frontier are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.22m (2.9s), Wind: 6.7 m/s
Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.2m (2.95s), Wind: 0.7 m/s
Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.18m, Wind: 3.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Last FrontierAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Last Frontier
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Last Frontier
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Last Frontier
Ideal Conditions for Last Frontier
Water Temp
26.8°C / 80.2°F
August
Visibility
14.6m / 47.9ft
May
Wave Height
1.0m / 3.3ft
April
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Last Frontier
Last Frontier shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (28.3°C) and December the coldest (22.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in April with average wave heights of 1.0m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in April with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). May is usually the driest month with 1.1mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during April to June, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 19, 2026