Racha Noi, North Point

Pristine coral, abundant marine life, drift dives, sharks, manta rays.

Boat Access
8m Avg Depth
17m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, Racha Noi North Point, offers an exhilarating drift dive experience along impressive granite boulders. Divers navigate with the current, exploring pristine coral gardens that adorn the rocky topography. While no specific historical accounts are noted, the site is renowned for its vibrant underwater scenery and dynamic diving conditions.

The marine ecosystem here is thriving, featuring a rich diversity of life. Divers can expect to encounter reef sharks patrolling the area, alongside numerous species of colorful tropical fish darting among the vibrant coral gardens. Occasional sightings of majestic manta rays add to the excitement, making each dive a unique spectacle.

The best time to visit Racha Noi, generally aligning with Thailand's dry season from November to May, offers optimal conditions. Divers should be comfortable with drift diving techniques due to the variable currents. The site's diverse depths, from an average of 8 meters to a maximum of 17 meters, make it suitable for a range of certification levels, with plenty to explore for both novice and experienced divers.

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Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Excellent
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz

Plan Your Visit

drift divesharkmanta raycoral reefgranite boulderstropical fishwide anglebeginner friendlyvariable currents

Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Shallow areas and abundant life suit beginners; thrilling drift dives and deeper sections appeal to advanced divers.

Hazards:
currentssharp rock
Current Strength:

Variable

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