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• Unsafe and confusing experience, especially in challenging conditions.

  NastyaMamontova,,Jan 15, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  1.00

  We decided not to dive because several important safety-related points were unclear and inconsistent. Initially, we were told that the planned depth would be 20 meters, although according to recreational diving rules we should not exceed 18 meters. When we raised this concern, the response was that “it’s only 2 meters”. We explicitly asked to stay within 18 meters and to wait for us if needed, as we did not want to violate these limits. After that, the plan was changed and we were told the dive would not go deeper than 18 meters. However, the situation felt confusing, and this understanding was shared by more than one person — so it did not feel like a simple misunderstanding. Additionally, with very poor visibility (1–2 meters), there were no clear descent signals and no buddy check before entering the water. We were advised to stay close to each other, but as soon as I attempted to descend, I could not see anyone at all due to near-zero visibility. Part of the group was carried away by the current and ended up approximately 15 meters away, making it unrealistic to stay together. After we surfaced, the instructor asked us to hold onto a rope in the water, while the boat slowly moved us to a slightly different position. This was explained by saying that the entire group had been carried away by the current and that this was not the intended descent point. This indicated that the dive was initially attempted from an incorrect location, despite the strong current and near-zero visibility. The dive still appeared to be planned under these conditions. Only after we clearly stated that we would not continue did everyone return to the boat, and the decision was made to move to a different dive site. I also noticed responses from the dive center to other reviews stating that a buddy check was performed and verified by the instructor. Based on our experience, this did not happen. This discrepancy between public responses and what actually occurred further reduced our trust in the process. I also noticed a response from the dive center to another review stating that they always follow a “5-point descent”. In our situation, this procedure felt particularly important due to very strong waves, strong current, and a large amount of floating tree trunks around us. In such conditions, clear and structured descent procedures are essential. Based on our experience and written communication in WhatsApp, this procedure is not used for fun dives, which directly contradicts the statement in previous public responses. Because of all this, we chose not to dive as we did not feel safe. Safety procedures and clear communication should never be optional. I would not recommend this dive center, especially for beginners or in challenging conditions.

• Wonderful diving experience in KK.

  Vacation30693183322,,Jan 2, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  My advanced scuba diving experience with the team was absolutely incredible from start to finish! The entire crew was incredibly professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. Our instructor, [Instructor’s Name], was exceptionally patient and thorough—he made us feel completely safe and relaxed underwater. The dive briefings were detailed, the equipment was in perfect condition, and the logistics were smoothly handled with a strong emphasis on safety . Wonderful diving experience in KK. We saw several sharks. Strongly recommend!

  

  

  

• Great tour - lots to see

  Claire6,,Jan 18, 2025

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  A great day of diving! Our guide was great and gave us a lot of help. She pointed out a lot of different things in the water, turtles, squid, etc. Is a must do for divers who want to go off a boat on a tour. The diving is better off the boat than off the beach, you can get deeper into the reefs.

• 100% recommended

  Joan M,,Oct 29, 2024

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Amazing diving experience with Go Aquatic. The underwater landscape of the area is breathtaking. Very attentive and professional instructors. Recommended 100%

• Family dive

  U5802ORrobing,,Aug 30, 2024

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Very good day spent with my sister for our first fun dive together. Team is very professional and friendly. Price is very correct and the experience is amazing. Would go again.

• Fun diving

  726nikkis,,Jun 17, 2024

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  We did a dive tour with Go Aquatic in KK. Tour was well organized! Nice staff, good lunch and especially a lot of fun diving with Lily. Thanks for the nice day :)

• Great outfit for diving in KK

  Cynthia H,,Apr 28, 2024

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Jeff was our dive master for our refresher and 3 dive outing. It had been a year since we dove, but Jeff put us at ease. He was knowledgeable, patient and fun, and helped make for a great day. Small group was enjoyable, lunch on the island very good, with lots of choices, and boat crew was took care of us! Would highly recommended Go Aquatic for diving in KK

  

  

• Amazing hidden dive site

  sz r nyib,,Apr 24, 2024

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Lilly was extreamly cool and professional, the dive sites are the best I have even seen. No tourists just us, only 2-3 people in total, very preserved coralls, lots of fishes, turtles, squids, shark.

• Fun dive KK

  maheshc941,,Apr 11, 2024

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  This good dive company, they have good quality equipment and boat is fit fir purpose. The dive mater Jeff was knowledgeable and made us feel relaxed. Explained the dive well prior to diving. We did 3 dives and saw good coral fish and barracuda. Group with us saw a shark. Overall would recommend this place to dive with. Mahesh from UK.

  

• Great dive operations

  JSEBO00,,Apr 5, 2024

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  We did a day’s leisure diving on some nice reefs off Gaya Island. Lilly was a great dive guide - super-friendly, good briefings, pointed out a variety of marine life and, most importantly, led every dive safely. Boat crew were also great, helping easy entry and exits at all the sites. They offer nitrox and the mixes were good. I’m a DM from Europe, I’ve dived with several operators around Kota Kinabalu and would dive with Go Aquatics again. Professional and fun!

  
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