Scuba Diving in Khao Lak?
Arriving like a refreshing summer breeze on the Thailand diving scene, Khao Lak is now firmly establishing itself as a favourite destination for discerning divers.
With the Similan Islands located directly across the Andaman Sea and within easy reach of Khao Lak, and those other monster attractions of whale sharks and manta rays just a little further up the coast, who could blame them?
Khao Lak's undeveloped coastline, beaches and forests are a natural and convenient springboard to explore Thailand's ultimate diving destination - the Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock.
A world away from the crass commercialism of Phuket, Khao Lak scuba diving is ideal for honeymooners, families, couples and adventurous divers.
Diving Season
You can dive in Khao Lak from October to May, but the best diving conditions exist from November to April.
Similan liveaboard season in Khao Lak runs from early October to mid May, but there are a limited number of cruises to the Similan Islands all year round.
Khao Lak Scuba Diving Reef Basics
Depth: 12 - 18m
Visibility: 2 - 15m
Currents: Moderate
Surface Conditions: Can be rough
Water Temperature: 26 - 30°C
Experience Level: Intermediate
Diving Season: October to May
PADI Course Suitability: Great for Wreck Diving
Distance: ~90 km north of Phuket (1½ hours)
Access: Similan liveaboard and diving day trips, from Khao Lak or Phuket
Dive Sites
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