

Best for advanced divers, 2-40m, boat entry, strong current.
Northern Tip at Koh Racha Noi is a demanding dive site consisting of a series of pinnacles, walls, and drop-offs. The site reaches depths of 40 metres with an average of 20 metres. Due to strong currents and potential down currents, this location is suitable only for advanced divers. Access is by boat only, and the site is not suitable for snorkelling. Visibility ranges from 5 to 30 metres, and water temperatures remain between 29 and 31 degrees Celsius. Divers should monitor their depth closely and deploy a surface marker buoy before ascent to assist with boat pick-up in areas prone to surface swell.
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Time your descent to coincide with slack water if the skipper can give you a window, since the down currents here can catch you off guard even on what looks like a calm day. Carry a surface marker buoy and deploy it early on ascent as surface swells can make boat pick-up difficult.
Located on Koh Racha Noi Island about 2 hours by boat from Phuket Island.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 40m
Visibility
5-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-31°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Year-round
No, this site is for advanced divers due to the deep topography, strong currents, and potential for down currents.
The site features depths ranging from 2 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
No, Northern Tip is not suitable for snorkelling.
Access is by boat only, requiring a boat charter.
Hazards include deep water, strong currents, down currents, surge, and lionfish resting in reef crevices.
Diving at Northern Tip in Phuket requires the following certifications: Advanced, Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Northern Tip in Phuket. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Northern Tip 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.
Northern Tip in Phuket can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Northern Tip in Phuket typically ranges from 5 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.