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Similan Islands Dive Sites
Similan Islands Dive Sites

Similan Islands Dive Sites

The Similan Islands are located just 50 km off the coast of Khao Lak and provide the best diving in Thailand. Listed frequently as one of the ten best dive sites in the world - don't just ake our word for it! The Similans are home to some of the most incredible and diverses dive sites anywhere.

The nine Similan islands are covered in thick tropical jungle, sprinkled with powder white beaches and surrounded with crystal clear waters. The Similan Dive Sites - Walls, Boulders, Canyons, sloping reefs and a massive selection of Marine Life - are all waiting for you.

Among the most famous dive sites are Richelieu Rock, Koh Bon, and Elephant Head Rock. All these sites can be reached by day trip or liveaboard. In some cases (Richelieu Rock) the sites are simply not safe for speedboats during bad weather and can only be reached by liveaboard.

However don't overlook the dozens of other dive sites in the region. From the gentle drift dives, to the deeper pinnacles and wreck - the dive sites of the Similan Islands are rich in life, rich in diversity and rich in great memories...

Sharkfin Reef

Shark Fin Reef - Great Sharks and critters Situated roughly 1 kilometer south-east of Island 3, Shark Fin Reef is a 900m long slab of granite, the top of which can be seen at low tide in the form of three small pointed rocks which give the divesite it’s name – a very similar look to a gigantic sharkfin! Running in a south-east to north-west direction the site is usually sheltered from strong currents and…
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Koh Bon

Koh Bon - Manta Rays and Nudibranchs Koh Bon is located about 20 kilometers north of Island 9 and features one of the only vertical walls in Thailand. The island has no beaches and is in the shape of a horseshoe – forming a protected cove that shelters dive boats and divers from prevailing winds and currents. The main dive site is on the southwestern point and consists of a 33 meter wall facing the…
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Koh Tachai

Koh Tachai - The Most exciting dive on the Similans A fantastic site! A collection of submerged rocks which begins at 12 meters and extends beyond 35 meters to a vast sandy area. To the south of Koh Tachai island this site lies exposed to strong tidal currents which can often make the dive a rather lively if challenging one. It is recommended that the buoy line at the south of the site be used…
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Secret Reef

Secret Reef - Thai Muang Last year the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) announced the "discovery" of a local reef. This is located about 17 km South of Khao Lak and is easily accessed by longtails.When we do this trip we usually visit another local dive site - Premchai Wreck. It's a beautiful trip along the cliffs - great just for the ride alone! This trip is usually scheduled for Tuesdays, but is done upon request…
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