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Mamutik Island, Pyramid Reef

Located just 10 minutes away from Kota Kinabalu mainland, this captivating dive site offers an unforgettable underwater experience. Accessible only by boat, the site boasts a sloping bottom with a reef formation resembling a pyramid, lending its name to the dive site itself.

Here, divers can marvel at the abundant marine life that thrives amidst the vibrant coral reefs. Encounter mesmerizing clownfish, graceful nudibranchs, and striking triggerfish, all surrounded by a diverse collection of soft and hard corals. Additionally, the site is home to an array of hydrozoan species, adding to its allure.

Perfect for divers with moderate experience, this site may occasionally present mild currents, as well as moderate waves and tides. However, the captivating view of the pyramid reef, brimming with marine life, makes it a worthwhile exploration for all divers.

With a visibility of up to 8 meters and a maximum depth of 18 meters, this beginner-friendly dive site ensures an optimal underwater adventure for divers of all skill levels.

Embrace the wonders that await you at this extraordinary dive site, and embark on a dive expedition unlike any other.

Diving Conditions Score for Mamutik Island, Pyramid Reef

7
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Mamutik Island, Pyramid Reef

Depth

18m

Visibility

8m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Mamutik Island, Pyramid Reef

Wave Height

0.62m

Wind Speed

13.7 m/s

Water Temp

30.6°C

Visibility

13.7km

Cloud Cover

59%

Wave Period

3.65s

Air Temperature

29.4°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Mamutik Island, Pyramid Reef
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Dive Score Chart for Mamutik Island, Pyramid Reef

Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 7.972121212121213/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.52m, Wind 5.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 7.886675627240144/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Mamutik Island, Pyramid Reef: 06:00
Sunset at Mamutik Island, Pyramid Reef: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Mamutik Island, Pyramid Reef 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.

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Best Overall
16:00

Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.52m (4.4s), Wind: 5.9 m/s

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Best Night
23:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.44m, Wind: 4.6 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Mamutik Island, Pyramid Reef
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Mamutik Island, Pyramid Reef

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 Mamutik Island, Pyramid Reef

Winter

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Mamutik Island, Pyramid Reef

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Mamutik Island, Pyramid Reef

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.8°C / 80.2°F

May

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

14.1m / 46.3ft

February

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.8m / 2.6ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Mamutik Island, Pyramid Reef

Mamutik Island, Pyramid Reef shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (26.8°C) and December the coldest (21.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 0.8m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in March 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). February is usually the driest month with 1.1mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during March to May, 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 23, 2026

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