Bay 1, 2, 3

# Racha Yai Island Bay Dive Sites

Explore the stunning bay dive sites at Racha Yai Island, a premier destination in Thailand’s Andaman Sea. These three interconnected bays offer ideal conditions for divers of all levels, with shallow waters ranging from 5-15 meters, making them perfect for beginners and certification courses.

Divers encounter vibrant coral gardens, including healthy hard and soft corals that support diverse marine ecosystems. Common sightings include tropical fish schools, angelfish, parrotfish, and occasionally reef sharks and large groupers. The sandy bottoms provide excellent visibility, typically 10-20 meters.

Bay 1, 2, and 3 feature gentle slopes and protected waters ideal for underwater photography and leisurely exploration. The sites showcase pristine biodiversity characteristic of the Andaman Sea’s rich marine environment.

Located off Phuket, Racha Yai Island’s bays are easily accessible by boat, making them popular for day trips and liveaboard adventures. Protected waters and moderate currents provide comfortable diving conditions year-round, with optimal visibility during the dry season (November-April).

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Reef Stonefish Synanceia verrucosa marekkoszorek

Longfin Batfish Platax teira tonydiver

Reticulidia suzanneae Reticulidia suzanneae erwinkoehler

Longfin Batfish Platax teira jonigr

Blue Dragon Pteraeolidia semperi jonigr

Starry Puffer Arothron stellatus barkingdeer

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)