Similan Diving Sites Similan Dive Sites
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The Similan Islands are located just 50 km off the coast of Khao Lak or around 120 kilometres north west of Phuket and provide the best diving in Thailand. There are nine granite islands covered in thick tropical jungle, frindged by powder white beaches and surrounded with crystal clear waters. Just North of the main islands are located Koh Bon and Koh Tachaia – both part of the National Park, but geologiaclly separate. The area is a protected national park now but camping is allowed on two of the islands. Below the surface lies a diverse landscape of deep canyons, giant boulders, coral gardens, caves and walls. Diving is almost always done off liveaboards that run out of Phuket or day trips from Khao Lak. There are many world class dive sites around the islands and all offer something different and exciting. In the central part of the Simlan Islands are located some of the very best sites in Thailand. Even the names provoke dreams of paradise – East of Eden, Elephant Head Rock, Chinese wreck.Here you will find of the most diverse sites in all the Andaman Diving sites. Huge boulder sites with massive swim-throughs and big fish characterize sites like Elephant Head rock and Deep Six. The most famous of all the reef sites for the Similans, East of Eden is found here. But also the most unique of the sites – an intentionally sunk Chinese registered fishing boat. – Anita’s reef – Honeymoon Bay – East of Eden – West of Eden – Deep Six The Outer Islands feature some of the most amazing scenery of the Similan Islands, with the only wall dive in Thailand at Koh Bon, The stunning site at Richelieu Rock and often overlooked sites of Koh Tachai – here you will find THE Best dive sites in Thailand. Richelieu Rock – Koh Bon – Koh Tachai |
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Boulder CityThailand Dive Sites – Boulder CityThis dive site is a continuation of the same Southern Similan geological feature that is Shark Fin Reef. This is the easternmost dive site of the Similan Islands, and can have strong currents. For those who step off the beaten track and are prepared for a fast ride, the rewards are huge. Due to the depth of the dive site and its easterly location, it is best to dive here early in the day. |
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