North Rock

Good diving all year

Why dive here

With 164+ marine species recorded in the area - including blacktip reef sharks, eagle rays, giant moray eels, whale sharks and clownfish - North Rock offers some of Mergui Archipelago's richest diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest April, May, June.

Best timeYear-round

WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit

Marine lifeBlacktip Reef Sharks, Eagle Rays, Giant Moray Eels, Whale Sharks and Clownfish · 164+ species recorded

Water28-31°C · warmest April, May, June

Charactermax 19m

StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

North Rock is a solid intermediate dive in the Mergui Archipelago. We usually drop to around 19m, tracing the rocky slopes. Expect to see a good mix of reef fish and, if you're lucky, some smaller sharks cruising by. It’s a good spot for divers looking for a straightforward, relaxing dive with consistent marine encounters.

Typical North Rock Dive Profile

Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

Safety Notes

Depth of 19m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.

Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for North Rock

North Rock Ocean Conditions

Monthly averages for North Rock, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (9.78, 97.85) (1km away)