

Best for beginner divers, 8-21m, boat entry, mild current.
Palong Bay in Phuket, Thailand, offers a diverse underwater environment featuring a combination of reef, wall, and drop-off topography. The site includes an artificial reef structure and is accessible only by boat, located approximately 5000 metres from the shore. Divers and snorkellers can expect depths ranging from 8 to 21 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. Conditions are generally mild, though currents can occasionally push colder thermoclines into the area, dropping temperatures to 25°C at 20 metres. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 20 metres. This site is suitable for beginners and supports night diving, with typical dive durations of 45 minutes.
7.74610, 98.77840
up to 50 blacktip reef sharks can be seen in a single day on the shallow platform
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Recorded at this site
Depth
8-21m
Visibility
10-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, featuring mild currents and an average depth of 12 metres.
The site ranges from 8 to 21 metres deep, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 5000 metres from the shore.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
Sharks are present at this site.
Diving at Palong Bay in Koh Phi Phi requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Palong Bay in Koh Phi Phi. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 31°C.
Palong Bay in Koh Phi Phi typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Palong Bay in Koh Phi Phi typically ranges from 10 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.