Froggy Lair
Malaysia / Mabul Island
Froggy Lair is a macro photography dive site lead in Mabul Island, Malaysia. The reference depth is 5-10 m, entry is usually by boat or shore dive, and the planning level is OW and above. The source card points to a profile suited to macro photography, so WhereDive treats it as a planning lead rather than a fully surveyed site record. Confirm tide, visibility, and guide briefing before adding it to an itinerary.
Recommended level
OW
Recommended dives
10+
Max depth
10 m
Average depth
8 m
Current
Mild
Visibility
10-25 m
Water temperature
27-30°C
Best months
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Best for
Highlights
- • Mabul Island dive-site lead for macro photography
- • Reference depth: 5-10 m
- • Entry: boat or shore dive
- • Recommended months: May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
- • Likely highlights: nudibranchs and macro life
What this page helps you answer
If you are comparing Froggy Lair by depth, current, visibility, diver level, and itinerary fit, this page gives a faster planning summary than a simple site name list.
Marine life
Dive types
Safety notes
- • Plan conservatively around the 5-10 m reference depth and stay within certification limits.
- • Treat current as mild, but follow tide, captain, and guide briefings on the day.
- • boat or shore dive requires confirming entry, exit, and backup procedures before the dive.
- • This record is reference-derived; verify depth, visibility, and suitability with a local operator before diving.
- • Entry type: Boat / shore.
- • Adjust depth and route based on local guide judgment.
Map and coordinates
Froggy Lair
4.260, 118.630
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Crocodile Avenue
Malaysia / Mabul Island
- Max depth
- 20 m
- Best months
- May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
- • Mabul Island dive-site lead for macro photography
- • Reference depth: 5-20 m
Eel Garden
Malaysia / Mabul Island
- Max depth
- 25 m
- Best months
- May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
- • Mabul Island dive-site lead for reef diving and macro photography
- • Reference depth: 5-25 m
House Reef
Malaysia / Mabul Island
- Max depth
- 25 m
- Best months
- May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
- • Mabul Island dive-site lead for reef diving and macro photography
- • Reference depth: 5-25 m
FAQ
Is this dive site suitable for OW divers? +
Froggy Lair is relatively suitable for OW divers, but conditions and guide decisions still matter.
What are the best months to dive here? +
The recommended months for Froggy Lair are May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep. Confirm current local conditions before booking.
Is the current strong here? +
The current rating is Mild. Tide and operator judgment should guide the final decision.
What marine life can be seen? +
Common highlights include nudibranch.