

Best for advanced divers, 30-55m, boat entry, strong current.
The Rock is a deep-water pinnacle located off Koh Racha Noi, featuring dramatic topography that descends from 30 to 55 metres. This site is reserved for advanced divers due to the significant depth and strong, unpredictable currents. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures generally sit between 29 and 31C, though nutrient-rich currents can occasionally drop temperatures to 25C. Divers must manage buoyancy and gas consumption carefully, as the current can pull swimmers away from the structure. Hazards include decompression risks, nitrogen narcosis, and venomous species such as stonefish and lionfish that inhabit the reef structure. Boat access is required for all dives at this location.
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Plan your dive around slack tide if possible, as the current at The Rock can run hard enough to pin you against the pinnacle or pull you wide of it entirely. Brief carefully with your guide beforehand and agree on a clear abort depth to manage narcosis risk at the lower sections of the site.
Located between the islands of Ko Racha Noi and Ko Racha Yai.
Recorded at this site
Depth
30-55m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-31°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Year-round
No, this site is strictly for advanced divers due to the deep profile of 30 to 55 metres and the presence of strong, variable currents.
The site is a pinnacle that drops from 30 metres to a maximum depth of 55 metres.
The Rock is located 24 kilometres from shore and requires boat access.
No, snorkeling is not suitable for this site due to the deep nature of the pinnacle and the strong currents.
Divers must manage risks associated with deep diving, including nitrogen narcosis and decompression, while remaining vigilant for strong currents and venomous stonefish or lionfish on the reef.
Diving at The Rock in Phuket requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at The Rock in Phuket. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit The Rock 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.
The Rock in Phuket can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at The Rock in Phuket typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.