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Operator guide noting strong currents and manta/barracuda potential at North Point.
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Racha Noi, North Point
Strong-current Racha Noi drift dive with manta chances.
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Boat-access reef and boulder dive at Racha Noi’s north tip, best for experienced divers who can manage current and want a real chance of big fish.
About Racha Noi, North Point
Racha Noi, North Point is a boat dive on the island’s north tip, with granite boulders, coral gardens, and a strong drift profile that makes guide choice and timing matter. It is known for manta visits, schools of barracuda, reef sharks, and other larger fish, but the current can be strong enough that some days are not suitable.
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Research Estimate At Racha Noi, North Point
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessChallenging entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentStrong current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Racha Noi, North Point?
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Racha Noi, North Point Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
Up to 70m
Depth Note
Shallower coral and boulder structure gives way to deeper slopes beyond 70 m.
Best Season
October to June
Typical Conditions
Experienced-dive drift profile with boulders, coral gardens, and a seasonal chance of big-fish encounters.
Safety & Access At Racha Noi, North Point
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong current
Safety Notes
Treat this as a current-sensitive drift dive, stay with the guide, and be ready to abort if the current or downcurrent is worse than briefed.
Access Restrictions
Dive with a guide when conditions and current shadow are right; this is not a casual shore site.
Legal Notes
Follow operator briefings and drift-dive procedures; the north tip is commonly managed as a guided current-sensitive site.
Local Intel For Racha Noi, North Point
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Known for drift dives along granite boulders with abundant marine life.
Freediving
Not a freedive site.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site.
Wildlife at Racha Noi, North Point
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Racha Noi, North Point
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Racha Noi, North Point
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
