Come Dive In Thailand
Thailand is home to many of the world's best diving sites suitable for all skill levels, and Giant Stride can help you experience it all. Explore colorful coral reefs, encounter majestic whale sharks, and more. Ready to begin your underwater adventure?
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Scuba Diving in Thailand
Scuba diving in Thailand is an unparalleled experience, welcoming enthusiasts from around the globe to its warm, crystal-clear waters. Teeming with marine life from majestic whale sharks to tiny macro creatures, Thailand’s best scuba diving places welcome divers of all skill levels, from beginners to experts. With diving available year-round, the country boasts a plethora of dive sites, each promising unique underwater landscapes and vibrant coral reefs. Whether you're exploring the famous Similan Islands or the hidden underwater gems around Koh Tao, diving in Thailand is an adventure that promises both awe and discovery.
Popular Places to Dive in Thailand
Planning a diving holiday to Thailand? There is a diving spot for everyone, whether you want to explore more marine life, or you are a shipwreck seeker, or simply want to marvel at stunning coral reefs. Choose the spot that suits your needs best.
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Best Places For Scuba Diving In Thailand
Thailand is a diver's haven, offering an array of spectacular locations suitable for all experience levels. Check out our overview of the top diving spots:
Phuket
A popular scuba diving spot in Thailand for beginners, Phuket’s Andaman Sea offers clear visibility, vibrant coral reefs, and exciting sites like Shark Point and the King Cruiser wreck.
Similan Islands
World-renowned for their beauty and biodiversity, the Similan Islands feature crystal-clear waters, diverse marine life, and up to 40 meters of visibility. Liveaboards are a popular choice to access this premier diving destination.
Surin Islands
Known for its tranquil waters and rich marine biodiversity, the Surin Islands offer encounters with manta rays and whale sharks within the Surin National Park.
Krabi
Krabi's underwater limestone landscapes offer dives along shallow reefs and deeper terrains, suitable for divers of all skill levels.
Koh Tao
Koh Tao is popular for affordable diving courses and has calm waters and numerous dive sites, including wrecks like the HTMS Sattakut.
Losin
Far from crowded spots, Losin offers pristine conditions and rare sightings like whale sharks for experienced divers.
Koh Lipe
Near the Tarutao National Marine Park, Koh Lipe's untouched reefs are home to diverse marine life.
Pattaya
Although primarily popular for its nightlife, Pattaya provides easy access to beginner-friendly dive sites and wrecks, such as the HTMS Khram.
Koh Chang
Close to the Cambodian border, Koh Chang's shipwrecks and coral gardens offer a serene diving experience away from the crowds.
Koh Samui
Koh Samui's waters are teeming with marine life, making it a great base for exploring nearby Koh Tao and the Angthong National Marine Park
A Look Into Thailand Exotic Marine Animals
Whale shark
Manta ray
Leopard shark
Guitar shark
Blacktip reef shark
Eagle ray
Frogfish
Anemone fish
Box fish
Seahorse
Nudibranch
Octopus
Shrimp
Sea anemone
Soft Coral
Hard Coral
Dolphins
Turtle
Barracuda
Butterflyfish
Lionfish
Napoleon fish
Parrot fish
Thailand Marine Life Sighting Calendar
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LLow chance
-No sighting
 Whale shark | M | M | M | L | L | - | - | - | - | - | L | M |
 Manta ray | M | M | M | L | L | - | - | - | - | - | L | M |
 Leopard shark | M | M | M | M | L | - | - | - | - | - | L | M |
 Turtle | M | M | M | M | M | M | M | M | M | M | M | M |
 Guitar shark | L | L | L | L | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | L |
 Anemone fish | H | H | H | H | H | H | H | H | H | H | H | H |
 Nudibranch | H | H | H | H | H | H | H | H | H | H | H | H |
 Seahorse | L | L | L | L | L | L | L | L | L | L | L | L |
Diving in Thailand offers an unforgettable journey through vibrant underwater ecosystems, where encounters with majestic marine animals are a daily spectacle. The waters teem with life, from the gentle giants of the sea to the tiniest of macro creatures, making every dive an unforgettable adventure.
Whale Sharks and Manta Rays
The Similan and Surin Islands are famous for whale shark and manta ray sightings. Swimming alongside these majestic animals is a thrilling experience for divers.
Turtles and Reef Fish
Turtle are commonly found across Thai ocean both on Thai Gulf and Andaman Sea. However, diver might need to go on remote island with less boat traffic to see them in their natural habitat. While the coral reefs around Koh Lipe and the Phi Phi Islands dazzle with an array of tropical fish.
and Macro Creatures
For those interested in encountering larger fish species, places like Richelieu Rock are perfect for spotting trevallies and barracudas. Meanwhile, Krabi and Koh Lipe are the perfect spots for macro enthusiasts who want to explore the diverse nudibranchs, seahorses, and shrimp.
Unique Marine Life
The waters also harbor unique species like leopard sharks and cuttlefish, adding to the intrigue of Thailand's diving scene.
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