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Scuba diving in Singapore
Singapore's own dive sites sit in the Southern Islands, a short boat ride from the city. Most local centres train in pools and run their open-water dives and trips across the Causeway to Johor, Tioman and further afield.
Diving in Malaysia
Malaysia offers some of Southeast Asia's best diving: the marine-park islands of the east coast, and the walls and muck sites of Sabah, which dive year-round.
Browse by type
One directory for every kind of diving business.
- Dive centresCentres that run scuba courses, guided dives and dive trips.
- Dive schoolsTraining-focused operators teaching recreational and professional scuba courses.
- Dive shopsRetailers selling and servicing scuba and snorkelling equipment.
- Freediving centresCentres teaching breath-hold diving courses and running freediving sessions.
- Dive resortsResorts with an in-house dive operation, combining accommodation and diving.
- LiveaboardsBoats where divers sleep on board and dive several sites over multiple days.
- Diving instructorsIndependent certified instructors teaching scuba or freediving.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I go scuba diving in Singapore?
Singapore's local dive sites are in the Southern Islands, with Pulau Hantu the best known. Visibility is usually low, so most Singapore dive centres run pool training locally and take divers to Johor, Tioman and other Malaysian or Indonesian islands for open-water dives.
How much does an Open Water course cost in Singapore?
Prices vary by centre, agency and what is included, such as trip transport, accommodation and equipment. Compare what each centre's package covers rather than only the headline price, and check whether the open-water dives are local or on an overseas trip.
What is the difference between PADI and SSI?
Both are major recreational diving agencies whose certifications are recognised worldwide. Course content and depth limits at each level are broadly similar; the larger difference is usually the individual instructor and centre, so choose based on the people, schedule and safety standards.
When is the best time to dive Malaysia's east coast?
Tioman, Perhentian, Redang and Lang Tengah are generally dived from around March to October. Many resorts and dive operators close during the north-east monsoon, roughly November to February. Sabah, including Sipadan and Mabul, can be dived year-round.
How are listings on SCUBA.COM.SG checked?
Each business is reviewed before it is published. We only show details that the business has made public, and we only list courses, agencies and services that have been confirmed. Each listing shows when it was last verified.
Can I list my dive centre?
Yes. Dive centres, schools, shops, freediving centres, resorts, liveaboards and independent instructors in Singapore and Malaysia can request a listing. See the List your business page for what we need.