

Best for beginner divers, 5-25m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Ao Nui is a reef site located in Phuket, Thailand, offering a varied underwater environment suitable for beginners. The site features depths ranging from 5 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Divers can access the reef via boat or shore entry. Conditions are generally mild with visibility typically between 10 and 25 metres. Marine life commonly encountered includes sea kraits and wrasses. Other species recorded at the site include blackspotted pufferfish, dotted anemone crabs, surgeonfish, anemonefish, butterflyfish, groupers, and blue dragons. Be aware of potential hazards including jellyfish, sea urchins, and sharp coral when navigating the reef.
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The Pyramid at Viking Bay is an artificial reef made of giant cement blocks that provides a surface for corals to grow.
Dive trips typically depart from Ao Nang via big dive boat, taking 2 to 2.5 hours to reach the Koh Phi Phi islands.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-25m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
29-31°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec
Divers frequently encounter sea kraits and wrasses. Other species recorded at the site include blackspotted pufferfish, dotted anemone crabs, surgeonfish, anemonefish, butterflyfish, groupers, and blue dragons.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, featuring mild currents and an average depth of 15 metres.
The site has a depth range of 5 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Ao Nui allows for both boat and shore entry.
Divers should be cautious of jellyfish, sea urchins, and sharp coral present in the area.
Diving at Ao Nui in Ao Nang requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Ao Nui in Ao Nang. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Ao Nui in Ao Nang are January, February, March, April, May, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Ao Nui in Ao Nang typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Ao Nui in Ao Nang typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.