

Best for advanced divers, 16-27m, boat entry, mild current.
The HTMS Phratong is a decommissioned naval vessel resting in the Andaman Sea as an artificial reef. The wreck sits at depths between 16 and 27 metres, with an average depth of 22 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site is reserved for advanced divers with wreck certification. Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres, and currents are typically mild. Divers must manage depth and no-decompression limits carefully. The structure features sharp edges, and penetration requires appropriate training and lighting equipment due to the overhead environment. Water temperatures range from 28C to 31C, though local conditions can vary.
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Water temperatures can drop toward 18C, so bring a 5mm wetsuit rather than the thin skins you might use on shallower reef dives in the region. Confirm current conditions with your operator before the dive, as visibility can vary considerably and affects how much of the wreck you can safely explore on a single dive.
Access is by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
16-27m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec
The wreck lies at depths ranging from 16 to 27 metres, with an average depth of 22 metres.
No, this site is strictly for advanced divers who hold a wreck certification due to the overhead environment and depth.
Access to the site is by boat only.
Hazards include the depth, potential for entanglement, overhead environments within the wreck, and sharp edges on the structure.
No, this is a deep wreck site intended for scuba diving by advanced divers.
Diving at HTMS Phratong Wreck in Koh Surin requires the following certifications: Advanced, Wreck. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at HTMS Phratong Wreck in Koh Surin. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit HTMS Phratong Wreck in Koh Surin are January, February, March, April, May, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
HTMS Phratong Wreck in Koh Surin typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at HTMS Phratong Wreck in Koh Surin typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.