

Best for intermediate divers, 3-60m, boat entry, mild current.
Koh Racha Yai is a boat-access site located 25 kilometres from shore, offering a varied underwater landscape that includes natural reefs, artificial reefs, walls, and wrecks. The site spans depths from 3 to 60 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Divers encounter mild currents that can strengthen unexpectedly, and visibility typically ranges between 15 and 40 metres. Due to the potential for fluctuating visibility and shifting currents, particularly on wall sections where depth can increase rapidly, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Water temperatures remain between 26 and 30 degrees Celsius. Guided tours, equipment rental, and air fills are available for standard 60-minute dives.
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Visibility can vary considerably even within a single dive, so stay close to your guide, particularly on the wall sections where depth can creep up quickly. The site is diveable year-round, but always check current conditions on the day before committing to the deeper sections.
Boat departures from Chalong pier.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-60m
Visibility
15-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Nov, Dec
The site ranges from 3 to 60 metres deep, with an average depth of 20 metres.
No, Koh Racha Yai is suited for intermediate divers due to the potential for strengthening currents and fluctuating visibility.
Access to Koh Racha Yai is by boat only, as it is located 25 kilometres from shore.
Divers should watch for jellyfish, sudden changes in visibility, and currents that can strengthen quickly, especially near wall sections.
Yes, guided tours, equipment rental, and air fills are available to support diving activities.
Diving at Amazing Phuket adventures in Rawai requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Amazing Phuket adventures in Rawai are January, February, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Amazing Phuket adventures in Rawai typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Amazing Phuket adventures in Rawai typically ranges from 15 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.