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Atlantis Wreck

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# Atlantis Wreck Dive Site – Similan Islands

Dive Conditions

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Depth
12m – 18m
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Visibility
18m
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Level
Intermediate

Explore the Atlantis Wreck, a fascinating artificial reef located in the Similan Islands of Phang Nga, Thailand. This popular dive site in the Andaman Sea features a deliberately sunk structure that has become a thriving marine habitat.

Situated at depths ranging from 12-18 meters, the Atlantis Wreck is suitable for intermediate divers with basic open water certification. The wreck’s penetrable sections and external features offer excellent exploration opportunities for divers of varying experience levels.

Divers encounter vibrant coral growth covering the structure, alongside diverse marine life including groupers, fusiliers, snappers, and barracuda. The site also hosts smaller reef inhabitants such as nudibranchs, seahorses, and octopi. Visibility typically ranges from 10-25 meters, depending on seasonal conditions.

The Atlantis Wreck provides an ideal introduction to wreck diving while offering compelling underwater photography opportunities. Located within the renowned Similan Islands diving area, it’s typically accessed via live-aboard or day boat from the Thai mainland, making it a must-visit destination for divers exploring the Andaman Sea.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Gardiner's Headshield Slug — seen at this dive site
Gardiner's Headshield Slug Tubulophilinopsis gardineri esarmikkonen
Neritopsis radula — seen at this dive site
Neritopsis radula Neritopsis radula dchu2003
Elegant Unicornfish — seen at this dive site
Elegant Unicornfish Naso elegans attila21
Redfin Bream — seen at this dive site
Redfin Bream Monotaxis heterodon seasav
Ornate Ghostpipefish — seen at this dive site
Ornate Ghostpipefish Solenostomus paradoxus regray
Julia exquisita — seen at this dive site
Julia exquisita Julia exquisita meijiwanders

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)

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Max Depth 18 m
Min Depth 12 m
Difficulty Intermediate
Visibility 18 m
GPS 8.6478°, 97.6499°