15 diving spots around Thailand – go under water this summer!

Thawatchai Prommai
12 Mar 2021 - 9 min read

Now it’s finally summer here in Thailand. You all might be looking for a place to be cooler and refresh yourself from the heat. The destinations that come to mind are definitely the beach and ocean. But just sun-bathing or chilling on the beach is not enough for us! So we will introduce you to 15 diving spots all over Thailand – let’s go and explore the underwater world with us. No more hesitation, grab your phone and book a cheap flight with Traveloka, a website and application that comes with Price Alerts function. A special offer that helps you compare and notify you of the ticket price of each airline – so that you get only the best and the cheapest flight available! It is also easy to set up! Just see the instructions below.

After booking a cheap flight, pack your bag and you’re ready for the trip – but wait! Before going, let's introduce you to another service that will make our trip more perfect, which is a car rental service. The service that serves those who are looking for a car to drive to many destinations. With the best comfort and privacy – it’s totally worth your money! You can drive to other attractions before diving too.

1.Phi Phi Islands, Krabi

The famous diving spot and destination for tourists around the world, Phi Phi Islands in Krabi province. The stunningly beautiful islands with nature both over and under the water. It is divided into 2 islands which are Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Leh where travellers can both visit and dive in these spots. Touch the white sand on the beaches and swim in crystal-clear water.

2. Lipe Island, Satun

Another hot spot that is well-known like Phi Phi is Lipe Island of Satun province. With its nickname of ‘Maldives of Thailand’, it will certainly make it a paradise on earth. The ocean water is so clear like a mirror that you can see those coral reefs under. Visit the island to see colourful and watch school of fish swimming freely. The perfect month to go to Lipe is around summer, January – April is the time.

3.Similan Islands, Phang Nga

Similan Islands, Phang Nga is also a famous spot for diving. Both Thai people and foreigners usually visit the islands all the time. The islands are divided into 9 small islands. You can both do shallow diving or deep diving. There are around 10 diving spots here in Similan. If you are lucky enough, you could meet rare animals like whales, sting rays, turtles, dolphins and eels. Not only the excitement that you will get, but also amazing photos underwater as well.

4.Tarutao Islands, Satun

Another spot in Sutan province to dive is Tarutao islands. Famous for their colourful corals. More than 50 islands are situated here in Tarutao but the most visited island is Cha Bang island or with Cha Bang stone piles. It is the location of 7-colours corals, the stunning coral reefs that you should not miss.

5.Tao Island, Surat Thani

A popular island, Tao island is also a perfect place to go diving. Not only it has viewpoints with beautiful nature on the island, but underwater is amazing too. Check out South West Pinnacle, perfect for wall diving. Meet a whale shark if you are lucky. Go snorkelling, scuba diving or even freediving – your choice!

6.Kradan Island, Trang

This breath-taking island is located in Trang, a southern province in Thailand. 10 kilometers from Kantan city. Go relaxing and walk along the beach with beautiful landscape and dive underwater to see lively coral reefs like Brain Coral and Staghorn Coral. There’s a spot to do surfing too.

7. Surin Islands, Phang Nga

Talk about Phang Nga, then Surin Islands is for sure will be on the destination list. It is filled with beautiful nature and lives with lots of diving spots and islands to explore. Visit Mangkon island, Stork Island and Torinla island, full of a variety of coral reefs. Welcome both beginner divers and professional divers!

8.Samae San Island, Chonburi

Samae San Island is in Chonburi, a city that is very near Bangkok. Just one or two hours from the capital and you will reach this island with diving spots. It is a reserved island and has limited tourists. Do not forget to follow the rules and keep it clean. Put on your snorkel and have fun with friends! With the distance this short, you could make a one-day trip as well.

9. Ran Pet Island, Chumphon

Moving out of Bangkok towards the southern part of Thailand, Ran Pet Island in Chumpon. Another unseen and small island that is perfect for diving. Meet colorful corals and life under the sea. Get to meet shark whales and other marine life. Make unforgettable moments here in Ran Pet!

10.Kham Island, Trat

Another island on the eastern part of Thailand is Kham Island in Trat. It is still an island that is full of life underwater. Watch clown fish swimming near the corals, and explore sea anemone, giant clam and various coral reefs. Resting on a white beach and taking pictures. We recommend you to come early for fewer tourists and more privacy.

11.Chuang Island, Sattahip, Chonburi

In Chonburi, there’s another famous diving island in Sattahip called ‘Chuang Island’. This place is only for diving purposes only and tourists cannot go on the island as it is a reserved place. However, the clear water of Thai gulf and its beauty under the water is similar to the Andaman ocean. Go diving and say hi to those marine life!

12.Lan Island, Chonburi

One of the most famous islands of Thai people because it’s near Bangkok and it’s still beautiful so it’s the destination of many Thai tourists to just relax and stay for a night. You can enjoy diving with snorkel and having a blast with activities on the beach as well.

13.Man Nork Island, Rayong

Next destination is the island that you should visit once in your life. It is a private island that has only one and only resort available – guarantee privacy! This paradise on earth island comes with deep blue sea and a white beach, which of course you can go diving as well. Peacefully relax in your hotel and breathe in fresh air. Oversee the green forests or clear sky – worth the visit!

14.Kood Island, Trat

Explore one of the prettiest islands in Thailand, Kood Island is located in Trat. You will be impressed with the landscape – perfect for beach lovers. You can find some diving tours here and prepare for a snorkelling or scuba diving trip!

15.Mak Island, Trat

Trat is truly a place with many beautiful islands. This Mak island is similar to Kood Island. About 10-18 meters deep, you can still find beautiful coral reefs around here. It offers the best selection of marine life. What’s best is that there are many attractions on the island too. There are certified dive centers so no worries about being a beginner!

So how about the list of 15 diving spots across Thailand? Create your perfect summer with a diving trip and explore the beautiful oceans of Thailand. Plan your trip, pack you back and book a cheap flight with us – let’s get starting!

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