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Racha Noi, Banana Rock
Banana Rock is a boat-access Racha Noi dive with fish schools and drift options.
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Racha Noi site north of Banana Bay, with a shallow east side, deeper boulder fields, and relaxed profiles for all levels.
About Racha Noi, Banana Rock
Racha Noi, Banana Rock is a boat-access island dive on the east side of Racha Noi, with a shallow coral-and-sand start that leads into larger boulders and deeper reef structure as you move away from the bay. It suits beginners and relaxed snorkelers on calm days, while still giving experienced divers a rewarding route that can drift south into Banana Bay or north into shallower boulder formations.
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Research Estimate At Racha Noi, Banana Rock
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 13m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentLight current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Racha Noi, Banana Rock?
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Racha Noi, Banana Rock Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
7m - 40m
Depth Note
The shallowest water is around 7 m and the granite boulders can extend to more than 40 m in places.
Best Season
Winter, especially January and February.
Typical Conditions
Short boat ride, depth that changes from shallow east to deeper west, good visibility on calm days, and fish-rich water throughout.
Safety & Access At Racha Noi, Banana Rock
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat traffic
Safety Notes
Stay shallow if you want a relaxed dive and watch the west-side depth increase if you move off the easy line.
Access Restrictions
Boat access from Phuket day boats is normal; snorkeling only when conditions allow it.
Legal Notes
No special restriction is highlighted; normal dive and boat rules apply.
Local Intel For Racha Noi, Banana Rock
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Scuba route follows the slope to boulders around 12–20 m, then continues as a drift either direction along the boulder line.
Freediving
Calm, shallow eastern water can suit experienced freedivers, but the site is primarily a boat dive.
Snorkeling
When conditions are favorable, snorkeling is possible on the shallow side.
Recent Logged Visits At Racha Noi, Banana Rock
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Racha Noi, Banana Rock
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility13m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
