

Best for beginner divers, 3-25m, boat entry, moderate current.
South Tip at Koh Racha Noi offers a varied underwater landscape featuring a wall, pinnacle, and artificial reef. This boat-access site ranges from 3 to 25 metres in depth, with an average of 15 metres. Visibility typically spans 10 to 40 metres. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents, which can shift quickly and occasionally produce downward pulls. Due to these conditions, the site is best suited for experienced divers who can manage depth and drift. Species recorded around this area include various lionfish, triggerfish, moray eels, and groupers. Always confirm current conditions with your boat captain before descending and plan your dive around slack water when possible.
7.49180, 98.32460
Time your dive around slack water if possible, as the current at South Tip can run strong and the drift can be fast. Confirm current conditions with your boat captain before descending, since down currents can develop with little warning.
Boat dive.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
3-25m
Visibility
10-40m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec
Species recorded around this area include Indian, Zebra, and Spotfin lionfish, Titan and orangestripe triggerfish, giant and snowflake moray eels, and coral grouper.
No, this site is not suitable for beginners. Due to the potential for strong currents and down currents, it requires advanced certification and experience in drift diving.
The site depth ranges from 3 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
South Tip is a boat-access site located 27 kilometres from shore. Boat entry is required.
Snorkelling is not recommended due to the depth, open-water location, and the presence of strong, shifting currents.
Diving at South Tip in Phuket requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at South Tip in Phuket. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit South Tip in Phuket are January, February, March, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at South Tip in Phuket. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at South Tip in Phuket typically ranges from 10 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.