Freak Island - Mergui Archipelago

Freak Island, in Myanmar's Mergui Archipelago, feels like a treasure hunt. We’ve found some truly interesting critters tucked away here. Keep your eyes peeled for Frogfish camouflaged on the rocks, or perhaps a Stonefish hiding in plain sight. We’ve also spotted Ghost Pipefish swaying gently in the current, tiny Sponge Crabs scuttling across the reef, and even delicate Harlequin Shrimp. It's the kind of site that rewards slow, meticulous diving, perfect for macro enthusiasts and those who love searching out the smaller, more unusual stuff.

Location
Mergui Archipelago, Myanmar, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
9.910000, 97.810000

Best Time to Dive in Mergui Archipelago

The warmest water temperatures in Mergui Archipelago occur in May, averaging 30.8°C. The coolest conditions are in January at 28.5°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 28.5°C
  • February: 28.9°C
  • March: 29.6°C
  • April: 30.7°C
  • May: 30.8°C
  • June: 29.9°C
  • July: 29.5°C
  • August: 29.2°C
  • September: 28.9°C
  • October: 29.0°C
  • November: 29.2°C
  • December: 28.7°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Mergui Archipelago

Nearest Dive Centres to Freak Island

Marine Life in Mergui Archipelago

Home to 173 recorded species including 106 reef fish, 49 hard corals, 8 seagrass & algae, 3 sharks & rays, 2 other, 2 octopus & squid.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Freak Island

Based on average water temperature of 29.4°C, currents 7 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 29°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories