

Best for intermediate divers, 1-32m, boat entry, strong current.
Koh Dok Mai is a limestone island featuring a vertical wall, reef, and cavern topography. Reaching depths of 32 metres with an average of 18 metres, this site requires boat access and is suited for intermediate divers due to strong currents. Visibility varies between 5 and 20 metres. The site offers opportunities for night diving, with guided tours available. Species recorded around this area include various moray eels, wrasses, lionfish, and ghost pipefish. Divers should be aware of potential hazards including deep water, overhead environments, and thermoclines.
7.78660, 98.37180
The east side of the island is more popular for divers than the west side.
Approximately 12 miles east of Phuket, reachable by boat from Chalong Bay in about one hour and fifteen minutes.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 32m
Visibility
5-20m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec
Species recorded around this area include giant, laced, zebra, snowflake, and painted morays, as well as wrasses, Indian lionfish, and robust ghost pipefish.
No, this site is classified for intermediate divers due to the presence of strong currents and deep water.
The site ranges from 1 to 32 metres in depth, with an average dive depth of 18 metres.
Koh Dok Mai is located 20 kilometres from shore and requires boat access.
The site is primarily a dive location featuring walls and caverns, and is not typically recommended for snorkelling.
Diving at Koh Dok Mai in Phuket requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Koh Dok Mai in Phuket. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Koh Dok Mai in Phuket are January, February, March, April, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Koh Dok Mai in Phuket can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Koh Dok Mai in Phuket typically ranges from 5 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.