Scuba Diving In Phuket

Phuket shark point is most divers’ favourite destination for scuba diving and it is known to offer the most diverse diving spot in Phuket. The point is rich in various species of aquatic life and it may take several dives to explore the entire shark point. Most of the species are nocturnal and if treated softly you can get really close to them and watch them sleep. It is famous for leopard sharks which makes scuba diving in Phuket a great experience.

Anemone reef, as the name suggests is a small pinnacle that is covered with a large field of anemone. The top of the reef is at a depth of 5-6 m below the surface and the bottom at 25 m deep. The reef is aligned from north to south and the current also passes in that direction. The common species of marine life that can be spotted here are lionfish, clownfish, moray eels, reef sharks, and many other macro animals.

Homerun Reef is located in the north eastern corner of Racha Island and this is one of the best locations to dive for all levels of divers. However, if the current is high then the divers with less experience might face difficulties. This is usually the last spot of the day, and thus it is called homerun reef. It is mostly made up of hard corals that include staghorn and pore coral. The reef starts at a depth of 5 m and goes down to 20 m where it meets with the sand bottom. One can witness yellow goatfish, snappers, tunas, manta rays, and eagle rays here.

Lucy’s reef will give you one of the best experiences of scuba diving in Phuket as it is rich in coral reefs that go to a depth of up to 20 m. It is located on Racha island and you will get to witness both hard and soft corals in Lucy’s Reef. The reef is naturally protected from wind and is a suitable spot for beginners. The various fishes that can be seen here are leopard sharks, stingrays, barracudas, tunas, and you get lucky, manta rays and whale sharks.

Karon Beach is believed to be the longest beach in Phuket with a coastline of 5 km long. The beach is full of smooth white sand that looks over the Andaman Sea. The northern part of the sea remains deserted which gives it a private beach vibe. This makes it one of the best places for scuba diving in Phuket and the southern end of the beach remains busy, yet you will be able to find a good spot for yourself.

The King cruiser was a passenger ship that traveled from Phi Phi islands to Phuket. In 1997 the ship sank after hitting Shark Point or Anemone point. The wreck sits at the bottom of 32 m, as opposed to the usual diving depth of 25 m. A buoy marks the wreck, and divers should descend and ascend using the rope attached near the front of the boat, where the twin hulls of this catamaran can be seen. The marine life is abundant and there are schools of snappers in the wreck's shelter, as well as lionfish and highly-camouflaged scorpionfish. Bamboo sharks and leopard sharks have been spotted near the wreck's bottom, and turtles are also one of the notable attractions here.

Kata beach is located to the south of Karon beach and it is divided into two parts. Kata Noi is the smaller part of the beach where people just lay down all day. The bigger part of Kata Beach is Kata Yai and this is the part where people visit to have fun and go on adventures. The place is famous for scuba diving activity as it offers one of the best spots, where water remains clear and you will witness a diverse aquatic life.

Koh Dok Mai is an interesting spot for scuba diving in Phuket. Koh Dok Mai means flower island, however, there is not a single flower on the island. The limestone goes into the water and it stops suddenly on the eastern side but on the western side, there is a gentle slope. During your visit to this place, you will witness soft corals, gorgonians, sea whips, and fan corals, as you indulge in the excotic scuba diving activity.

Phi Phi island is one of the best places for scuba diving in Phuket with a combination of six islands. The islands are archipelagos and thus have an abundance of coral reefs. Being located in the Andaman Sea, Phi Phi Islands have a diverse collection of marine animals. You will witness sharks and other large sea animals in your dive. The view under the water is clear and is the main attraction of tourists