The Similans will open on 15th October 2015! Until then, no liveaboard operations and no daytrips will take place. If you have any questions concerning a visit to the Similan Islands ask our experts.
GPS / Location:
North of Island Nine, Koh Bangu
Skill Level:
Beginning to advanced
Depth:
8 – 30m+
Mild to moderate
Large granite boulders highlighted by abundant soft corals. Leafy brain, slipper and lip coral gardens. Some swimthroughs.
Swim North-west off the dive site to find the ‘secret pinnacle’ which is covered in an abundance of gorgonian sea-fans. Look out over the sand for rays and white-tip sharks.
Turtles, Parrotfish, Lionfish, Dog-Faced Pufferfish, Clown Triggerfish, Barracuda, Giant Sea Cucumbers
How to dive this site:
Descend the mooring line and swim directly through canyon in northerly direction to max depth 30 m, shallowing up to canyon at 15 m, continue on south for extensive coral gardens.
Our tips:
Take your time diving around the large boulders around 20 – 24m. There’s often plenty of nudi-branch to find and sometimes even ornate ghost pipefish hide under the overhanging rocks. Leave some time to shallow up and look for turtles on the reef.
Photo tip:
Wide-angle for rock formations, rubble bottom for macro enthusiasts.
Similan Islands 7-9
Similan Islands 4-7
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