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Racha Yai, Lucy’s Reef
Racha Yai boat reef with coral beds, current, and big fish.
Local operator required
Boat access and current-dependent bay-to-bay routing are best handled with a Phuket operator.
Southbound Racha Yai reef run from Bay 3 toward Bay 4 with coral beds, deeper patches, and current-aware boat planning.
About Racha Yai, Lucy’s Reef
Lucy’s Reef is a southbound Racha Yai reef run from Bay 3 toward Bay 4, with coral beds, rocky patches, and deeper sand-and-reef sections that make the site feel more dynamic than the nearby training bays. It suits intermediate divers who are comfortable with current changes and a moving reef line, while the shallower coral edges still leave room for easier reef viewing. Whale sharks are a possible bonus, but the main value is the reef itself and the bay-to-bay route.
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Research Estimate At Racha Yai, Lucy’s Reef
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentModerate current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Racha Yai, Lucy’s Reef?
Community sourced coordinates.
Racha Yai, Lucy’s Reef Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 25m
Depth Note
The reef is reported at around 5-25 m, with deeper sand/artificial-reef sections around 20-30 m on the broader site cluster.
Best Season
May to September on sheltered east-side windows; otherwise year-round with local-condition checks.
Typical Conditions
Southbound reef run between Bay 3 and Bay 4 with coral beds, rocky patches, and weak-to-strong current depending on the day.
Safety & Access At Racha Yai, Lucy’s Reef
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Low visibilityStrong current
Safety Notes
Plan the bay-to-bay transit with current in mind. The deeper sections and the moving reef line reward a conservative route and good buoyancy.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; the site is run as part of the east-side Racha Yai boat circuit and should be timed to the current window.
Legal Notes
Follow local boat rules and keep the current-aware reef line in mind when moving from Bay 3 toward Bay 4.
Local Intel For Racha Yai, Lucy’s Reef
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A boat dive on the Racha Yai reef line, with Bay 3 to Bay 4 routing that rewards good buoyancy and a current check.
Freediving
The shallow reef edges can suit calm-day freediving, but the bay-to-bay transit and deeper sections are scuba-first.
Snorkeling
Snorkelers can use the shallower coral edges in calm water, but the reef line is mainly a scuba dive and current can move quickly.
Wildlife at Racha Yai, Lucy’s Reef
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Racha Yai, Lucy’s Reef
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Racha Yai, Lucy’s Reef
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
