With its pristine, unspoilt beaches and breathtaking coral reefs, Malaysia is fast becoming one of the leading dive destinations in the world. The country boasts a coastline of 4,800 kilometres and over 200 islands including renowned locations like Pulau Sipadan, Pulau Mabul, Layang-Layang Atoll and Pulau Redang. Packed with the most up-to-date information, Diving In Malaysia is a comprehensive guide to over 130 thoroughly researched dive and snorkel sites, ranging from the most popular to the newly discovered. The book also introduces readers to the unique and aweinspiring ecosystems and marine life of Malaysia's coral reefs.
Written for divers and snorkellers of all levels, this highly informative book provides invaluable advice and information including satellite maps of featured islands and dive sites as well as GPS (Global Postioning References). Dr. Svrcula also provides how-to-get-there directions and accomodation information; dive and photographic ratings; diveable wrecks; details on weather; safety and first-aid tips; and other practical and useful information. Also featured is a handy-sized pull-out chart, detailing all the sites covered in the book and their location, eco-rating and unique features.
Lavishly illustrated with colour photographs, Dr. Svrcula also provides readers with underwater photography tips and techniques. In addition to providing all the information needed to dive in Malaysia, Dr. Svrcula also addresses the need for preserving and conserving Malaysia's fragile marine ecosystem and the responsible interaction of divers and snorkellers with this 'rainforest of the ocean'.
