The Perhentian Islands or Pulau Perhentian (in Malay), lying just 21km off the northeast coast of Terengganu in Peninsular Malaysia, is famous among travellers for its white sandy beaches, turquoise blue sea and laid back lifestyle. Comprising two main islands, Perhentian Besar (Big Island) and Perhentian Kecil (Small Island), they offer diverse experiences catering to different preferences. Snorkelling and diving are the highlight activities here, allowing visitors to explore colourful coral reefs teeming with diverse marine life.
Dive into the magic of Perhentian Island with us! Let's follow the turtles' lead as we embark on an underwater odyssey filled with wonder and excitement. Come join the adventure beneath the waves!
Take your first breath underwater in the calm, clear waters or Perhentian – the perfect dive destination for beginners!
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Dive into Adventure: Explore Perhentian’s Underwater Wonders with Scuba Diving and Snorkeling Excursions!
Sufyan Abdul Jabbar10/07/2026Very efficient, very friendly and very helpful crew, from our instructor Mel, to the folks at the dive shop and boat crew. They always had safety in mind (aborted dive and snorkel excursion due to bad weather) and provided an option for a full refund or ability to reschedule. Great experience with the YBD team
Luis Miguel Sancho Juste10/07/2026I’ve just finished diving with YBD Divers, and I couldn't be happier. From the very beginning, they provide a sense of absolute safety, which is essential underwater, demonstrating an outstanding diving level and top-tier professionalism during every briefing and dive. The boat is absolutely amazing—it is equipped with every luxury and offers total peace and comfort between dives. On top of that, the rental gear is flawless and in perfect condition; you can really tell they take care of every detail. But without a doubt, the best part of the center is the team: the girls are incredibly nice, super friendly, and attentive, making you feel right at home from the moment you walk in. The service is close, fun, and highly professional. If you are looking for a safe dive center with an incredible boat, a great vibe, top-notch equipment, and wonderful people, this is the place. I will definitely be back!
Marius Stenzel02/07/2026My wife and I completed more than 20 dives with YBD, and it was an outstanding experience from start to finish. The dive sites were insane and can easily compete with many world-class spots we have visited. Healthy reefs, huge schools of fish, excellent visibility and generally easy, relaxed diving made every dive enjoyable. What we loved just as much as the diving was the atmosphere. The entire team is professional, welcoming and genuinely passionate about what they do. Everything is organised smoothly, briefings are clear, safety standards are high, and with a maximum of four divers per guide, you always feel well looked after. Another highlight was the professional underwater photographer accompanying the dives. The photos were fantastic and allowed us to come home with some amazing memories. A special thank you to the entire YBD team for making us feel so welcome. We had an amazing time, met wonderful people, and created memories that will stay with us for a long time Highly recommended for anyone looking for professional diving, great service, and fantastic dive sites.
Sara Poponesi23/06/2026We had THE BEST time thanks to this fantastic team. So professional and passionate about their job. They guided us through 2 sessions of snorkeling and our very first session of discovery diving. Huge thanks to Lynn for being the greatest guide and teacher, and to Bridget for the most amazing pics, in memory of an experience we’ll forever cherish ❤️
Peter Holzinger01/06/2026Max took my 12 year for several dives. Super professional, super friendly! Made it a fun event for my daughter and a pretty relaxed one for me. Can only recommend him. Thanks Max, that was just fantastic.
Nicole Haumann31/05/2026Wir haben den Double Discovery Scuba Dive im YBD Dive Center gemacht. Trotz anfänglicher Nervosität war es das absolut krasseste, was wir je erlebt haben! Danke Melissa, für diesen unglaublichen Dive! 5 Sterne sind hier eindeutig zu wenig 💙🤙🏼
Charlotte OLLEY31/05/2026I had an excellent time diving with YBD dive centre. Staff in the centre and on board the boat were extremely helpful and I felt well looked after both above and below the water. Our instructor Lynn was fantastic at spotting small and hidden sea life during our dives, and was very patient in working with me to learn a new skill. We had such a fantastic time that we ended up signing up for an additional 2 dives. See you again soon, I will definitely be back to dive with you again 🤿😁
Sara Azli31/05/2026Amazing dive team, really well organised and were always one step ahead of us with reminding all gear and safety checks were done! Thank you to Julienne and team for the amazing experience 🐟🐠 10/10 would recommend!
