Beacon Point

# Beacon Point Dive Site Description

Beacon Point, located in the Similan Islands of Phang Nga, Thailand, is a premier diving destination in the Andaman Sea. This moderate to advanced dive site features impressive granite boulder formations and steep walls that descend to depths of 20-40 meters, suitable for experienced divers.

The site is renowned for its vibrant marine biodiversity. Divers encounter reef sharks, barracuda, tuna, and grouper schooling around the rocks. Colorful coral gardens thrive on the boulder surfaces, hosting nudibranchs, scorpionfish, and octopuses. Macro photography enthusiasts will appreciate the abundant crustaceans and small reef fish.

The strong currents and challenging topography make Beacon Point ideal for intermediate to advanced divers seeking dynamic underwater experiences. Visibility typically ranges from 10-25 meters, depending on seasonal conditions.

Best dived during the dry season from November to May, Beacon Point delivers excellent opportunities for encountering pelagic species and exploring Thailand’s most iconic dive landscape in the Similan Islands.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Gardiner's Headshield Slug Tubulophilinopsis gardineri esarmikkonen

Neritopsis radula Neritopsis radula dchu2003

Sagaminopteron psychedelicum Sagaminopteron psychedelicum islugyouuu

Elegant Unicornfish Naso elegans attila21

Skunk Anemonefish Amphiprion akallopisos gottscho

Ornate Ghostpipefish Solenostomus paradoxus regray

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)