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Shows Hideaway Bay and Tuna Wreck as two Similan dive sites that can be done in one dive.
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Hideaway Bay
Hideaway Bay is a calm Similan bay dive with statues and easy access.
Local operator required
Boat access and park-season logistics make a local dive operator the normal way to run the site.
Hideaway Bay is a boat-access Similan bay dive with shallow reef, statues, and a deeper wreck line that suits easy check dives and snorkelers.
About Hideaway Bay
Hideaway Bay is a sheltered bay on Similan Island 5 with a shallow coral reef, underwater statues, and a deeper Tuna Wreck line beyond the reef edge. The site is a classic Similan check dive: calm water, easy sand-and-boulder terrain, and relaxed surface intervals between liveaboard stops. It is also popular for snorkel sessions and night dives, with plenty of reef life in the shallows.
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Research Estimate At Hideaway Bay
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Hideaway Bay?
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Hideaway Bay Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 20m
Depth Note
Shallow bay reef starts around 5-7m, with a deeper wreck line beyond the reef edge and a broader site range that extends much deeper.
Best Season
November to April
Typical Conditions
Gentle bay conditions with a shallow reef, statues, coral boulders, and a deeper wreck line just beyond the reef edge.
Safety & Access At Hideaway Bay
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
The bay is easy, but keep track of the deeper wreck line if you leave the shallow reef.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only during the Similan open season.
Legal Notes
The Similan Islands National Park is closed from mid-May to mid-October each year.
Local Intel For Hideaway Bay
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A beginner-friendly Similan bay dive with an easy reef and optional deeper line for experienced divers.
Freediving
The calm bay and shallow reef can suit freediving when conditions are good and the park is open.
Snorkeling
Snorkelers like the bay because the water is calm and the shallow reef is easy to explore from the surface.
Chill / Non-diver
A relaxed bay dive with calm water, statues, and plenty to look at without needing a deep profile.
Wildlife at Hideaway Bay
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Hideaway Bay
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Hideaway Bay
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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