Racha Yai has become a popular destination for scuba diving in Thailand. One of the unique features is its accessibility. A short boat ride from Phuket, this tropical island offers an easy getaway for divers.
Situated off the coast of Phuket Racha Yai is an absolute haven for scuba diving enthusiasts.
It promises a one-of-a-kind and unforgettable experience for divers of all levels. The island has crystal-clear turquoise waters, coral gardens, and plenty of marine life.
Racha Yai is renowned for its stunning coral reefs in the shallow areas (around 2-8 meters deep). It provides a variety of marine life such as barracudas, pufferfish, and moray eels. If you pay attention in the sandy spots, you might spot fascinating creatures like flounders, gobies, and Nudibranchs. If you're up for deeper dives, just follow the white sandy patches to discover famous shipwrecks like the "Harruby," which rests at a depth of 18-25 meters. You can also explore the recently sunken "Meditation 37 superyacht" in the bay. This region is home to several well-known wrecks and provides a thriving environment for a diverse array of marine species. Depth: 5 – 40 m. Visibility: 15 – 40 m. Currents: Easy to moderate. Water temperature: 27-30 ° C. Experience Level: Beginner – Experienced Diving Season: All year. Why Us / Why Racha Yai Island ✔️ SSS Phuket "Know-How": The owner is a Master Scuba Diver Instructor with 5,000+ dives and understand divers needs. You will be with one of our experienced and friendly SSS Phuket dive instructors. ✔️ Private Instructor / Small Tuition: For more than 1 person you will get a private instructor ✔️ Racha Yai | Great Underwater Visibility: Hard colorful corals, shipwrecks, marine life observation, weak current, easy diving ✔️ All Included: Our price includes equipment, instructor fees, breakfast, lunch, taxi transfers for Kamala, Patong, Karon, Kata, Chalong and Rawai !
We have free pick up service for Kamala, Patong, Karon, Kata, Chalong pier, and Rawai areas. Please inform us your accommodation location and schedule the pickup in advance.
Airport: Phuket International Airport is the closest airport
Train: Train from Bangkok is available daily you can check it on thailandtrain.com
Bus: Bus from Bangkok is available daily you can check it on busonlineticket.co.th