Beginner to Advanced   Depth: 5M~25M   Visibility: 10M~25M   Current: Weak~Strong

Located about 25km east of Phuket's Chalong Bay and a 1.5-hour dive boat ride away, this island was designated a marine protected area by the Thai government in 1992. The underwater site consists of three large limestone pinnacles, one of which breaks the surface. Numerous smaller rocks surrounding the pinnacles are covered in vibrant soft corals and sea fans. Schools of sweepers and glassfish make this site one of the richest dive locations around Phuket. Shark Point hosts four species of anemonefish native to the Andaman Sea, and occasionally, whale sharks appear under favorable conditions. The site is named for the frequent encounters with leopard sharks resting on sandy bottoms. Maximum depth is 24m, with visibility 10~20m. Suitable for beginners to experienced divers, but currents are strong around full and new moons, making it more suitable for intermediate divers. Currents run parallel to the pinnacles, offering excellent drift diving.

>>Shark Point Diving Map

Beginner to Advanced   Depth: 16M~33M   Visibility: 5M~20M   Current: Weak~Moderate

Near Anemone Reef, King Cruiser is the largest wreck dive around Phuket. On May 4, 1997, this 85m Japanese catamaran strayed off course and collided with Anemone Reef, sinking without casualties. The wreck rests at 32m depth, with the engine room at 25m, passenger area with bar, chairs, and tables at 18m, captain’s cabin at 12m, and the funnel at 7m. It offers thrilling wreck diving while observing reef fish and pelagic species. Schools of trevally, barracuda, and bannerfish are impressive. Using an underwater light helps explore the interior and spot hidden groupers. Currents are generally strong, especially from shallow areas to the surface; a buoy line is recommended for descent and ascent.

>>King Cruiser Diving Map

Beginner to Advanced   Depth: 5M~30M   Visibility: 12M~25M   Current: Weak~Strong

Located just 600m north of Shark Point, this dive site is covered with sea anemones that host the endemic skunk anemonefish, giving the reef its name. Limestone pinnacles rise from 30m to 4m. Dense schools of fish may obscure visibility, and leopard sharks are occasionally seen. Trevally, jackfish, barracuda, bigfin reef squid, cuttlefish, lionfish, clownfish, ribbon eels, and blennies make this an ideal site for both macro and wide-angle photography. Maximum depth: 30m; visibility: 10-20m. Suitable for beginners, though currents can be strong on certain days.

>>Anemone Reef Diving Spot Map

Beginner to Advanced   Depth: 5M~25M   Visibility: 8M~15M   Current: Weak~Strong

Located 13 km east of Phuket, between Phuket and Shark Point, Dok Mai Island is a small, steep, oval-shaped island. Diving here is primarily wall diving. Below 20m, reefs are densely covered with soft corals. Large gorgonians and sea fans host anthias and redbar anthias, while ghost pipefish, scorpionfish, pygmy seahorses, and seahorses can also be spotted. Small indentations and caves on the east wall enhance the topography on clear days. Often used as a second dive after Shark Point or Anemone Reef, the island’s sheltered side allows diving even on windy days.

>>Dok Mai Island Diving Spot Map