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Public season guide summarizing the mid-October to mid-May park window and calmer Dec-Mar conditions.
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Whaleback Rock
Sheltered Similan bay dive with sloping reef, sand, and coral bommies.
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Whaleback Rock is typically dived only when operators choose it as the suitable offshore option for the day's sea state and current.
Whaleback Rock offers a softer Similan profile than the more current-exposed offshore routes, staying on a shallow sloping reef where scattered bommies break up the sand.
About Whaleback Rock
Whaleback Rock is the sheltered bay-side route of a Similan offshore rock, with a gentle sloping reef, sand patches, and scattered coral bommies instead of a steep or technical pinnacle profile. Divers generally use it as the calmer option when nearby sites are pushing more water, making it a relaxed boat dive for reef fish watching and easy contour-following.
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Research Estimate At Whaleback Rock
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessChallenging entry effort
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeAverage variety
CurrentLight current
Where Is Whaleback Rock?
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Whaleback Rock Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 20m
Depth Note
Public directory coverage places the sheltered bay route around a 10 m average depth with a maximum near 20 m.
Best Season
The most reliable season for Whaleback Rock follows the Similan season from November to April, with the park generally open from mid-October to mid-May.
Typical Conditions
Expect a sheltered sloping reef with sandy patches, scattered bommies, and gentler water movement than the more exposed Similan routes nearby.
Safety & Access At Whaleback Rock
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
This is the easier side of Whaleback Rock, but it is still an offshore boat dive in the Similan area. Conditions can change quickly, so treat the calmer bay route as guide-selected rather than guaranteed.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; the site is visited as part of Similan-area dive trips rather than from shore.
Legal Notes
Mu Ko Similan National Park seasonal rules and park fees may apply, and many operators only run the Similan season from roughly November to April within the broader park opening window.
Local Intel For Whaleback Rock
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Whaleback Rock works best as an easy offshore reef dive with simple navigation along the slope, especially when nearby current-exposed sites are less comfortable.
Freediving
The manageable depth and sheltered profile make the bay side more approachable for breath-hold exploration than many exposed Similan offshore rocks.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling can work here in good weather because the site stays relatively shallow, though access is still entirely boat-based and conditions remain offshore.
Wildlife at Whaleback Rock
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Whaleback Rock
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Whaleback Rock
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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