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# Fantasy Reef Dive Site

Dive Conditions

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Depth
12m – 40m
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Visibility
22m
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Level
Advanced
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Current
Moderate

Fantasy Reef is a premier dive destination located in the Similan Islands of Phang Nga, Thailand, situated in the crystal-clear waters of the Andaman Sea. This spectacular site offers depths ranging from 12 to 40 meters, making it suitable for both intermediate and advanced divers.

Divers exploring Fantasy Reef encounter stunning granite boulder formations interspersed with vibrant coral gardens and sandy patches. The reef showcases excellent biodiversity with sightings of colorful reef fish, groupers, snappers, and occasionally larger pelagic species including trevally and barracuda. Hawksbill and green sea turtles are frequently spotted gliding through the water column.

The site features excellent visibility, typically ranging from 15 to 30 meters depending on seasonal conditions. Divers should be comfortable with moderate to strong currents that are common in this region. The terrain’s complexity and depth requirements demand solid diving experience and good buoyancy control.

Fantasy Reef remains one of the Similan Islands’ most sought-after dive sites, renowned for its pristine marine environment and abundant wildlife encounters, making it an unforgettable experience in Asia’s premier diving destination.

🐠 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 40 m
Min Depth 12 m
Difficulty Advanced
Current Moderate
Visibility 22 m
GPS 8.6428°, 97.6410°