Malaysia · Sipadan
Lobster Lair (Sipadan)
Also known as: Lobster Lairs
Best time to dive
January to December; March to June; September to November
Certification & difficulty
Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.
Snorkelling
Not a snorkel site - No - depth and current unsuitable for snorkeling
Safety notes
Deep vertical wall, moderate-to-strong current, choppy surface conditions at entry/exit
Permits & fees
Sipadan Island Park permit required (Sabah Parks daily quota ~176/day, via registered operators); AOW minimum; max 2 dives/diver/day since 2023
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Semporna
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.