Similan Islands Liveaboards

Similan Islands Liveaboards

Discover The Beauty of The Similan Islands On One Of Many Fantastic Liveaboards

The Similan Islands are one of the world’s top ten must see scuba diving destinations. Liveaboards are by far the best way to visit this fantastic location. Made up of nine Islands the Koh Similan National Marine Park has white sandy beaches with crystal clear blue warm water. Famous worldwide for Manta Rays and Whale Sharks.

Scuba diving around the Similan Islands aboard a liveaboard from Phuket will have you entranced by the diverse amount of marine life. The dive sites are abundant with many different wonderful species. Gentle Whale Sharks, majestic Manta Rays, some of the biggest schools of fish you’ll ever see any-where. Rare Nudibranchs, swarms of Great Barracuda, it can all be found at the Similan Islands. Be captivated by the beautiful colours along with the spectacular coral growth which is the healthiest examples in the Andaman.

Amazing Diversity

Some of the most amazing diverse scenery can be seen on the dive sites around the Similan islands. Immense granite boulders provide exciting swim through opportunities, dive Koh Bons stunning wall and West Ridge, famed for Giant Manta Rays & dive at the world famous Richelieu Rock, where Whale Sharks are seen on a regular basis swimming about the pinnacle feeding on the swarming plankton filled waters.

The sheer beauty of the Similan Islands above and below the water, make this a magical place to scuba dive. Once there you will never want to leave. This is not just a must dive destination when scuba diving in Phuket, but it is a must dive location for any scuba diver where-ever you may be. Similan Islands liveaboards trip always seems to end too soon, such is the quality of the diving trips that take you there!

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Similan Island Diving Gallery

Similan Islands liveaboards scuba diving holidays offer access to untouched aquatic environments with world renown coral reefs bringing large pelagic creatures; Whale Sharks, Manta Rays and Dolphins to the crystal clear blue waters of Thailand. Enjoy our photo gallery from the Similan Islands.

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Ready to come diving with Local Dive Thailand? Then don’t hesitate, get in contact us today and be liveaboard diving in the clear waters of the Similan Island’s tomorrow!

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