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Lists Siam Bay as shallow and beginner-friendly with very little current, reef slope, hard and soft corals, and broad reef life.
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Racha Yai, Siam Bay
Sheltered Racha Yai bay with statues and easy reef diving.
Boat-access bay on Racha Yai with sandy shallows, rocky edges, and a central statue cluster that suits beginner scuba.
About Racha Yai, Siam Bay
Racha Yai, Siam Bay is a sheltered north-side bay with sandy shallows, rocky edges, and a central statue cluster that make it a classic beginner reef-and-object dive. It is easy to plan as a Phuket boat day, with the shallow side offering simple cruising and the center giving a clear focal point.
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Research Estimate At Racha Yai, Siam Bay
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 12m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentNo current
Where Is Racha Yai, Siam Bay?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Racha Yai, Siam Bay Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
20m - 25m
Depth Note
Submerged objects of interest are described around 20–25 m in the center of the bay; the site also has shallow sandy areas with coral and rocks.
Best Season
Year-round, with the sheltered side useful when wind picks up.
Typical Conditions
Sheltered bay, light current, sandy center, rocky edges, and a statue cluster around the middle of the bay.
Safety & Access At Racha Yai, Siam Bay
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Boat trafficSharp coral
Safety Notes
Watch the rocky edges, coral patches, and statue cluster, and keep clear of boat lanes when surfacing.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; plan on a Phuket day boat, and expect the captain to pick the best side of the bay for the day's wind and shelter.
Legal Notes
No special permit is typically indicated for normal tourist boat dives; follow the boat briefing and any local site rules.
Local Intel For Racha Yai, Siam Bay
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Key points of interest are around 20–25 m near the center of the bay, with additional shallow areas to explore.
Freediving
This is mainly a scuba site; breath-hold use is limited to the shallow fringes, not the central statue cluster.
Snorkeling
The sheltered bay and shallows can work for snorkelers, but the main statues and coral features are better appreciated from scuba.
Wildlife at Racha Yai, Siam Bay
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Racha Yai, Siam Bay
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Racha Yai, Siam Bay
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility12m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
