Island dive resort off Mersing, Johor
Somewhere beautifully away from it all.
An island escape between rainforest and reef. Welcome to The Rock Resorts, where days are made for diving, slowing down, and being together.
Our dive resort sits at Teluk Baai on Pulau Aur, an island off Mersing in Johor, Malaysia. Learn to scuba dive with Open Water and Advanced Open Water courses, join fun dives at sites such as Rock Garden, Atlantis and Crocodile Rock, or spend the day snorkeling, kayaking and hiking Dayang Hill. Boat transfers run from Mersing jetty.
Discover the islandDive, stay & explore Pulau Aur
- Learn to dive
- Dive sites
- On the island
- Stay
Rooms on Pulau Aur
Find your island rhythm.
For two to four
Rock Room
Twin or quad, each with its own bathroom. The quad looks out to sea.
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For solo divers & groups
Dorm Beds
Book by the bed in our 8- or 10-bed dorms, with shared showers a short walk away.
View dormsScuba diving & snorkeling at Pulau Aur
A different world, just below the surface.
From your first breath underwater to unforgettable dives among the reefs, discover a side of Pulau Aur that stays with you long after you leave.
Freediving
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Learn with Open Water and Advanced Open Water courses, or join fun dives at sites such as Rock Garden, Atlantis and Crocodile Rock.
Courses & dives
Dive sites
View dive packagesKayak and paddleboard the bay, hike Dayang Hill, or start the morning with yoga on the beach.
On the island
Explore packagesIsland life at Teluk Baai
The beauty of doing a little less.
Some days are made for adventure. Others are for slow mornings, good food, warm sea breezes, and nowhere else you need to be.
At The Rock Resorts, the moments between adventures are just as memorable as the adventures themselves.
Discover island life
01 / Taste
Good food, better company.
Gather around the table for satisfying meals, shared stories, and the simple pleasure of eating together after a day by the sea.
02 / Unwind
Nowhere else to be.
Find your favourite quiet corner, listen to the waves, and let the hours pass without a plan. Here, slowing down comes naturally.
Find your island rhythm
03 / Slow down
Stay for the little moments.
The changing colours of the sky, the sound of the sea, and conversations that last a little longer. Often, these are the moments you remember most.
Discover the island
04 / Together
Better when shared.
From laughter over dinner to stories after a day in the water, island life has a way of bringing people closer.
Make memories togetherA little more island time
Come for the ocean. Stay for everything else.
Because the best island memories aren’t always the ones you planned.
Where you’ll be
Pulau Aur, South China Sea.
The Rock Resorts sits at Teluk Baai on Pulau Aur’s north coast, facing Pulau Dayang, with the dive sites a short boat ride away.
- The Rock Resorts
- Dive site
Marked on the map: The Rock Resorts at Teluk Baai, and the dive sites Pulau Lang, Teluk Jawa, Atlantis Bay and Lobster Bay.
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Pulau Aur packages
Your island story starts here.
A few days away. A world of experiences. Whether you’re here to explore beneath the waves or simply enjoy life at a slower pace, there’s a stay waiting for you.
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01 / Scuba diving
Dive a little deeper.
Explore vibrant reefs, remarkable dive sites, and the underwater world surrounding Pulau Aur.
02 / Snorkeling
Discover beneath.
Discover the beauty beneath the surface and spend unforgettable days in the island’s clear waters.
03 / Retreat
Simply be here.
Leave the everyday behind. Good food, peaceful surroundings, and the freedom to do a little less.
More ways to explore
Every great escape begins with a choice. The memories come naturally.
Guest stories & reviews
The best stories are brought home.
Every visit leaves a story behind. From first dives and shared meals to new friendships and unforgettable days by the sea, these are the moments our guests remember.
Moments from The Rock
A collection of island memories01 — 03
Words from our guests
“Super friendly staffs and the food has never fails! Great place for divers and short gateway to stay away from crowd to have quiet moment. Beware! The mattress is something that makes you sleep till morning.”
Chia Summerr
Guest review
“The diving and food here was really good, I really enjoyed my experience here. I felt really spoilt during my experience here, I really hoped that the mama shop will have more items and the electricity remains more constant. But other then that the experience here has been really good”
Deep Dive Supplies
Guest review
“Warm friendly resort Excellent food , like home cook food. Great staff and Oliver was friendly Will come back”
Pohseebility Ong
Guest review
“I have been to Pulau Aur many times, and this is my first visit to The Rock Resort, a brand new resort that offers deep diving (pulau aur did not allow diving before, and I have never done deep diving in the past ten years) . It is a resort that provides food unlike the islands, and every food is carefully prepared.”
Eddy Kong
Guest review
“From the moment you step onto the island, you are enveloped in an atmosphere of relaxation and rejuvenation. The resort's lush surroundings and pristine beaches offer the perfect backdrop for couples seeking a romantic getaway, families craving quality time together, or teams in search of bonding experiences.”
Joanne
Guest review
Your story could be next
Some places stay with you.
Come discover what makes Pulau Aur special. The ocean, the people, and the moments in between are waiting.
Plan your escape
Pulau Aur · Johor, Malaysia
How to get to Pulau Aur
A little further away. A world apart.
Your escape begins in Mersing, Johor. Leave the mainland behind, cross the open sea, and arrive on the shores of Pulau Aur, where a different pace of life awaits.
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Make your way to Mersing.
Your island journey begins at The Rock Resort Jetty in Mersing. Car parking is available at the jetty.
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Leave the mainland behind.
Board your boat transfer and cross the South China Sea towards Pulau Aur.
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Welcome to island time.
Step ashore at Teluk Baai. The ocean, the island, and a few unforgettable days are waiting.