

Best for beginner divers, 5-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Lucy's Reef is a marine site featuring a combination of natural reef, artificial reef, and wall topography. Located 15 kilometres from shore, this site requires boat access and is suitable for beginners. Divers and snorkellers can expect depths ranging from 5 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. Visibility typically varies between 10 and 30 metres, and currents are generally moderate. Marine life recorded at the site includes Giant Moray, Wrasses, Starry Puffer, Moorish Idol, Eightband Butterflyfish, Groupers, Porcupinefish, White Eyed Moray, Sling-jaw Wrasse, Powder-blue Surgeonfish, Pink Skunk Anemonefish, Pufferfish, Melon Butterflyfish, and Pacific Trumpetfish. Hazards include boat traffic, sharks, sharp coral, stonefish, and strong current.
7.98430, 98.33070
This site is a good place for drift diving.
Situated on Koh Racha Yai Island, about 2 hours by boat from Phuket.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Year-round
Divers and snorkellers can encounter species such as Giant Moray, Wrasses, Starry Puffer, Moorish Idol, Eightband Butterflyfish, Groupers, Porcupinefish, White Eyed Moray, Sling-jaw Wrasse, Powder-blue Surgeonfish, Pink Skunk Anemonefish, Pufferfish, Melon Butterflyfish, and Pacific Trumpetfish.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners.
The depth ranges from 5 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 15 kilometres from the shore.
Yes, the site is open to both diving and snorkelling activities.
Diving at Lucy's 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 Lucy's Reef in Phuket. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Lucy's Reef in Phuket are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Lucy's Reef in Phuket should be aware of stonefish, sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Expect moderate currents at Lucy's Reef in Phuket. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Lucy's Reef in Phuket typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.