Diving in Malaysia [Paperback]

Kurt Svrcula (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 2004

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 Sipadan Island, Mabul Island, Layang-Layang Atoll and Redang Island. 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 awe-inspiring 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 Positioning References). Dr. Svrcula also provides how-to-get-there directions and accommodation 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 underwater rainforest.

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About the Author

Dr. Kurt Svrcula has been living in Malaysia for the past 20 years. He was the Representative Director of Stanford Research Institute (SRI International). A diver for the past 30 years, he is a noted underwater photographer and writer with a strong leaning towards environmental and conservation issues. He co-organised the Malaysian 2003 "Celebrate the Sea Festival " in cooperation with the World Festival of Underwater Images, Antibes Juan le Pins and the International Conference on Islands & Reefs Malaysia.

He is a regular speaker at international conferences on issues such as economic development, leisure and sports tourism, marine tourism and conservation. He is a member of the Malaysian Society of Marine Sciences and Vice President of the International Windsurfing Association (IFCA).

Product Details

• Paperback: 280 pages
• Publisher: Times Editions (September 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 981232755X
• ISBN-13: 978-9812327550
• Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 5.8 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,413,090 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Malaysian diving guide, January 3, 2007

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Suzianna C. H. Wong (malaysia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Diving in Malaysia (Paperback)

This book has been a tremendeously useful guide for my diving in Malaysia. The detail is exceptional and the fold-out spread sheet is my constant source of info. The photography is awesome with very helpful tips in the chapter on UW photography.
A must have for anyone diving in Malaysia.