Best for beginner divers, 5-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Coral Bank is a reef site located in the Mergui Archipelago, Myanmar, offering a comfortable environment for beginner divers. The site features depths ranging from 5 to 18 metres and is accessed exclusively by boat. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility between 10 and 40 metres. Water temperatures remain consistent, fluctuating between 27 and 31 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Due to the presence of sharks, divers should follow professional guidance and remain attentive during their dives. The site provides a straightforward reef profile suitable for those looking to practise buoyancy control in a remote setting.
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Sharks are a documented hazard here, so listen carefully to your dive briefing and stay close to your guide, especially along the deeper sections of the reef. Check locally for the most current information on facilities and any seasonal conditions before departure.
Most liveaboards depart from Ranong, Thailand, or Kawthaung, Myanmar.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-18m
Visibility
10-40m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Water Temp
27-31°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is well-suited for beginners, offering depths between 5 and 18 metres and mild currents that facilitate buoyancy practice.
Access to Coral Bank is provided by boat.
The site depths range from 5 to 18 metres.
Sharks are present at this site. Divers should listen to their briefing and stay close to their guide.
Diving at Coral Bank in Kawthaung requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Coral Bank in Kawthaung. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Coral Bank in Kawthaung are January, February, March, April, May, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Coral Bank in Kawthaung typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Coral Bank in Kawthaung typically ranges from 10 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
