

Best for advanced divers, 15-24m, boat entry, strong current.
Silver Tip Bank is a remote offshore reef located in the Mergui Archipelago, accessible only by boat via liveaboard or private charter. This site features a bank structure ranging from 15 to 24 metres in depth, with deeper water surrounding the area. Due to strong currents, drift diving is the standard approach, requiring advanced certification and strong buoyancy control. Visibility is highly variable, ranging from 10 to 50 metres. Divers should exercise caution regarding sharp coral and rocks on the seabed. As there are no facilities at the site, all logistics must be managed through local liveaboard operators.
10.20900, 97.18480
Current direction and intensity can shift quickly at this site, so follow your divemaster's pre-dive briefing closely and agree on a abort signal before entering the water. Check locally for liveaboard schedules and conditions, as there are no facilities at the site itself.
Most liveaboards depart from Ranong in Thailand or the border town of Kawthaung in Myanmar.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-24m
Visibility
10-50m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-31°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Nov, Dec
This site is for advanced divers only, as it features strong currents and requires solid buoyancy and current-reading skills.
The site ranges from 15 to 24 metres, with an average depth of 22 metres.
Boat access is required, as the site is located 125 kilometres from the shore.
Water temperatures range from 27C to 31C throughout the year.
The site is deep with strong currents that can shift quickly. Divers should also watch for sharp coral and rocks on the seabed.
Diving at Silver Tip Bank in Kawthaung requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Silver Tip Bank in Kawthaung. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Silver Tip Bank in Kawthaung are January, February, March, April, May, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.