Park entry and diver-day fee context.
Snapper Alley: easy Similan reef with snapper schools
Snapper Alley: easy Similan reef with snapper schools
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Snapper Alley is an easy Similan reef on the southeast side of Koh Bangu, built around granite boulders, sloping hard coral, and swim-through features. It is a good fit for calm-day fun dives and night dives, with mild currents, clear water, and big snapper schools alongside turtles, rays, and other reef life. It is a regular highlight on Similan itineraries because the reef stays approachable without feeling plain.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 20m
Depth Note
Depths are commonly reported in the 5-20 m range, with a shallow-to-moderate reef profile.
Best Season
Mid-October to mid-May, when the Similan park is open.
Typical Conditions
Mild currents and good visibility on a sloping hard-coral reef.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy tidy through the swim-throughs and avoid brushing the coral heads.
Access Restrictions
The Similan National Park closes during the monsoon season, so the dive is only available in the open park window.
Legal Notes
Plan for park entry and diver-day fees, and follow the park's restrictions for protected islands and beaches.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Sloping hard-coral reef and granite boulders with easy day and night dives, mild current, and swim-through features.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
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Research Sources
Park entry and diver-day fee context.
Depth range, reef type, and all-level suitability.
Low current and visibility context.
Swim-throughs, schooling fish, and night-dive life.
Seasonal closure and protected-park restrictions.
Easy dive, night diving, and snapper schools.
Top dive-destination and marine-life context.
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