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Community guide with liveaboard access, park-fee context, current behavior, and site-fit notes.
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Richelieu Rock
Boat-only pinnacle reef with big pelagics and current.
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Boat-only site in Surin Islands National Park; best with a fast-boat or liveaboard, and timing matters when current or surface chop builds.
About Richelieu Rock
Richelieu Rock is a boat-only pinnacle reef in Mu Ko Surin National Park, known for coral-covered slopes, strong-water timing, and frequent pelagic sightings. Plan for operator-led logistics and a site that rewards calm-weather windows.
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Research Estimate At Richelieu Rock
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesNo facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentStrong current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Richelieu Rock?
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Richelieu Rock Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
35m+
Depth Note
The reef rises almost vertically from around 35 m and can be exposed about 1 m above the surface at low tide.
Best Season
Late October to May, with December to April the steadiest window and February to April the best pelagic window.
Typical Conditions
Dry-season diving with clear water, moderate-to-strong currents at times, and occasional surface chop; a calmer window is easier for entries and exits.
Safety & Access At Richelieu Rock
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Dangerous wildlife
Safety Notes
Sharks are commonly seen and whale sharks may be present; maintain appropriate distance and situational awareness.
Access Restrictions
Located within Surin Islands National Park.
Legal Notes
Inside Mu Ko Surin National Park, so park fees and seasonal park-opening rules apply; follow operator and ranger instructions.
Local Intel For Richelieu Rock
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A boat-only pinnacle reef with coral-covered slopes and current-sensitive profiles; best for divers comfortable with live-boat timing.
Freediving
Not a practical freedive target: remote boat access, current-sensitive timing, and open-water exposure make it a scuba-first site.
Snorkeling
Not a normal snorkel site; conditions are set up for scuba boats rather than casual shallow-water visits.
Wildlife at Richelieu Rock
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Richelieu Rock
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Richelieu Rock
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
