The Best Dive Sites Around Phuket

Discover Racha Yai, Phi Phi, Similan, Shark Point, King Cruiser & more

Racha Yai - Phuket

The Phuket region is a paradise for divers of all levels, offering a variety of dive sites accessible by boat for day trips or liveaboards.
Nudidive takes you to the best spots: colourful coral gardens, famous wrecks, amazing tropical marine life, and warm water year-round.

King Cruiser - Phuket

All our dive sites are selected for their accessibility (for both beginners and advanced), rich marine life and stunning underwater scenery.
instructors, tailor-made advice and top-quality gear: enjoy diving in Phuket with total peace of mind.

Top 5 Dive Sites in Phuket

Racha Yai

Racha Yai

Perfect for beginners, excellent visibility, sloping reefs, artificial wrecks and lots of tropical fish.

Racha Noi

Racha Noi

Wilder, with deeper drops and a chance to see manta rays in season.

Koh Phi Phi

Koh Phi Phi

Cave and reef dives, turtles, leopard sharks, clownfish, and breathtaking landscapes.

Shark Point & Anemone Reef

Shark Point & Anemone Reef

Soft corals, lionfish, seahorses, and often the famous leopard shark.

King Cruiser

King Cruiser Wreck

A spectacular wreck, home to barracuda schools and fish swarms; for AOW divers minimum

Similan Islands

Similan Islands

(By liveaboard, November to May): Granite boulders, pristine corals, manta rays, turtles – one of the world’s top 10 dive destinations.

Marine Life to Spot Around Phuket

Phuket marine life
  • Clownfish, butterflyfish, blue spotted rays, moray eels, sea turtles.
  • Leopard sharks, seahorses, scorpionfish, colourful nudibranchs.
  • On liveaboard: manta rays, whale sharks, napoleon wrasse, giant barracudas.

Practical Tips & Best Time to Dive

Phuket dive boat
  • Best season: November to May (calm sea, great visibility, little current).
  • Diving possible year-round, even during the “green season” (some showers, rougher seas, fewer boats at sites).
  • Daily boat departures from Chalong or Patong.
  • All gear included, briefing, small groups for safety and enjoyment.

Phuket Dive Sites – FAQ

  • Which site is best for a first dive?
    Racha Yai is perfect for try dives and beginner courses, thanks to its clear water and gentle reefs.
  • Are the dives suitable for children?
    Yes, sites like Racha Yai and some beaches are suitable for ages 8–10+ (ask the Nudidive team).
  • Do I need a certification for wreck diving?
    Yes, for King Cruiser you need at least Advanced Open Water and recent diving experience.
  • Can I dive the Similan Islands in a day?
    Similan is mainly accessible by liveaboard (2–4 days), though some day trips are available in season.
  • How do I book a dive or liveaboard?
    Contact us via the email or WhatsApp for a custom quote.

Contact & Info

NUDIDIVE
Manager: David Bastien
info@nudidive.com
80 Phisit karani Road, Patong, Kathu, Phuket 83150
Tel: +66 084 852 90 66
WhatsApp: +66848529066
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