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Operator destination page calling Banana Bay the island's most popular dive site and describing the shallow bay and deeper outer water.
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Banana Bay South, Racha Noi
Calm boat-access bay with coral gardens and manta potential.
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The site is normally run as a Phuket day-boat dive, especially for beginner and refresher-style trips.
Easy Phuket day-boat dive on Racha Noi's east side with shallow coral gardens, sandy slope, and all-level conditions.
About Banana Bay South, Racha Noi
Banana Bay South, Racha Noi is a calm east-side bay reached by boat, with a sandy slope, hard coral bommies, and shallow coral gardens that make it suitable for beginner-to-advanced scuba and relaxed snorkel plans. The bay is usually low-current, but the day-boat schedule and weather chop shape the plan.
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Research Estimate At Banana Bay South, Racha Noi
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Banana Bay South, Racha Noi?
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Banana Bay South, Racha Noi Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
3m - 25m
Depth Note
Depths are commonly described as 3-25 m+, with shallow coral gardens near the entry and deeper water farther out in the bay.
Best Season
October to June
Typical Conditions
A calm, clear bay with a gently sloping sandy bottom, hard coral bommies, and very minor current.
Safety & Access At Banana Bay South, Racha Noi
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficRestricted accessWaves
Safety Notes
The bay is generally calm, but stay aware of boat movement and any weather chop when entering or exiting the day-boat lineup.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; plan the dive through a Phuket day boat and keep the shallowest plan for calm windows.
Legal Notes
Follow local boat and marine-park rules; this is a managed day-dive bay rather than a free-entry beach.
Local Intel For Banana Bay South, Racha Noi
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Described as suitable for all levels, with a broad depth range from very shallow to 25 m+.
Freediving
The shallow coral gardens and calm water can suit relaxed freedives, but the site is better thought of as an easy boat-dive bay.
Snorkeling
Yes, snorkelers can enjoy the shallow bay on calm days.
Wildlife at Banana Bay South, Racha Noi
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Banana Bay South, Racha Noi
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Banana Bay South, Racha Noi
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
