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Crocodile Avenue

Malaysia / Semporna

Crocodile Avenue is a macro photography dive site lead in Semporna, Malaysia. The reference depth is 5-20 m, entry is usually by boat or shore dive, and the planning level is AOW recommended. 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.

Crocodile Avenue dive site visual

Recommended level

AOW

Recommended dives

25+

Max depth

20 m

Average depth

13 m

Current

Mild

Visibility

10-25 m

Water temperature

27-30°C

Best months

Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov

Best for

Beginner friendly No
AOW recommended Yes
Photography friendly Yes
Limited drift experience Yes

Highlights

  • • Semporna dive-site lead for macro photography
  • • Reference depth: 5-20 m
  • • Entry: boat or shore dive
  • • Recommended months: Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov
  • • Likely highlights: nudibranchs and macro life

What this page helps you answer

If you are comparing Crocodile Avenue by depth, current, visibility, diver level, and itinerary fit, this page gives a faster planning summary than a simple site name list.

Marine life

nudibranch

Dive types

Macro

Safety notes

  • • Plan conservatively around the 5-20 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

Crocodile Avenue

4.474, 118.623

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FAQ

Is this dive site suitable for OW divers? +

Crocodile Avenue is better for AOW or more experienced divers. OW divers should choose carefully.

What are the best months to dive here? +

The recommended months for Crocodile Avenue are Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov. 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.