Plongée à Similan Islands — Thailand

The Similan Islands open only from October to May and reward the timing with some of the best visibility in Southeast Asia. Massive granite boulder formations create swim-throughs and overhangs draped in soft corals, while the deeper sites bring manta rays and the occasional whale shark.

Score
64.2
Visibilité
15–40m
Température
30–35°C
Meilleurs mois
November, December, January
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Similan Islands
ThailandAsia-Pacific
64.2

SCORE

8.6500°N

97.6500°E

The Similan Islands open only from October to May and reward the timing with some of the best visibility in Southeast Asia. Massive granite boulder formations create swim-throughs and overhangs draped in soft corals, while the deeper sites bring manta rays and the occasional whale shark.

Thailand's Crown Jewel Marine Park

Visibility15–40 m
Temperature30–35°C
Max Depth40 m
Currentmoderate
2-Tank Dive$120
Best MonthsNovember, December, January, February
CertificationOpen WaterIntermediate

Score Breakdown

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ML82.0CH32.0VIS85.0SV49.0TMP78.0DA62.0OP78.0TS64.0GT68.0VAL50.0CRD59.0SP57.0

Marine Life

82.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
96
Megafauna Encounters
56
Reef Fish Abundance
98
Macro Life
90
Endemic Species
60
Marine Life Diversity
82.0
Coral & Reef Health
32.0
Visibility & Conditions
85.0
Dive Site Variety
49.0
Water Temperature
78.0
Depth & Access
62.0
Operator Quality
78.0
Topside Experience
64.0
Getting There
68.0
Value & Cost
50.0
Crowding
59.0
Social Proof
57.0

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for Non-Divers

snorkelingbeach time on island #4 and #8Donald Duck Bay viewpoint hike

Non-Diver Score

3/10

Dedicated dive destination — not ideal for non-divers.

Family FriendlyNot recommended
Restaurants & Nightlifenone

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber60 km — SSS Hyperbaric Chamber, Phuket
Nearest Hospital60 km

Liveaboard or day boat access; speedboat to Khao Lak/Phuket (1-2 hrs) for medical care

Skill LevelIntermediate
Current Strengthmoderate

Top Operators

Sea Dragon Dive Center

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4.8
420 reviewsNITROX

Khao Lak Explorer

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4.7
310 reviewsNITROX

Wicked Diving

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4.8
280 reviewsNITROX