

Best for intermediate divers, 3-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Anemone Reef is an open-water pinnacle located 10 kilometres from shore in the Andaman Sea. This site is suitable for intermediate divers, featuring a reef structure that ranges from a shallow top at 3 metres down to 30 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Visibility is generally good, spanning 15 to 40 metres. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents that can strengthen quickly. Due to active boat traffic in the area, the use of a surface marker buoy is essential during ascent. Divers are advised to maintain buoyancy control to avoid contact with sharp coral and rocks.
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Position yourself on the up-current side of the reef early in your dive so you can drift across the structure without fighting your way back. Boat traffic at this site is real, so stay close to your group during ascent and use a surface marker buoy.
Located about 28km east of Chalong Bay, Phuket. Dive boats depart from Phuket.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-30m
Visibility
15-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-31°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents and the requirement for solid buoyancy control.
The reef structure extends from a shallow top at 3 metres down to 30 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Anemone Reef is a boat-only dive site located 10 kilometres from the nearest shore.
Hazards include moderate currents that can strengthen quickly, sharp coral, and active boat traffic. Divers should use a surface marker buoy during ascent.
Diving at Anemone Reef in Phuket requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Anemone Reef in Phuket. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Anemone Reef in Phuket are January, February, March, April, May, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Anemone Reef in Phuket. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Anemone Reef in Phuket typically ranges from 15 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.