Sawasdee Divers - Similan Islands
Sawasdee Divers in the Similans? We’ve got a soft spot for them. They’re a long-standing outfit, and it shows in their smooth operations. We love that they run their own liveaboards, which means you’re often diving with the same crew and guides for your entire trip. It makes a real difference to the atmosphere on board, feeling more like a shared adventure than just a business transaction. Their specialisation leans heavily into multi-day trips, and honestly, that’s how you really experience the Similans. Day trips are fine, but you miss those quiet morning dives when the light is just starting to hit the bommies at Richelieu Rock, and the currents haven't quite picked up yet. We’ve had some truly magical encounters with manta rays and whale sharks there on early dives with Sawasdee, usually before the day boats from Phuket start rolling in. They’re a great choice if you’re looking to get your PADI certification done in an environment where you’ll feel truly looked after. Their instructors are seasoned, patient, and know these waters like the back of their hand. We'd suggest you book one of their longer liveaboard itineraries, say 4 days, to really get into the rhythm of island life and improve your skills without feeling rushed. You’ll leave feeling like you’ve been on a proper expedition, not just a few dives.
- Location
- Similan Islands, Thailand, Southeast Asia
- Coordinates
- 8.053916, 98.807724
- Phone
- +66 65 539 9770
- [email protected]
- Website
- http://www.sawasdee-divers.com
- Certification Agencies
- ["PADI"]
- Courses
- PADI 5 Star CDC [padi:24932]
- Address
- 259 Moo 4 T. Aonang, Krabi, No State 81180, Thailand
Dive Sites Near Sawasdee Divers
Sawasdee Divers provides access to 15 dive sites in Similan Islands.
- 8 mile rock
- Andaman Scuba
- Anemone Reef (reef)
- Anita s reef - 5-20m (reef)
- Anita's Reef - 10-25m (reef)
- Anti gravity Divers
- Ao Kon Ka Re
- Ao Nui - 17m
- Ao Sane - 5-18m (reef)
- Ayara Bay - 17m (reef)
- Banana Bay - 5-20m (reef)
- Barracuda Rock - 20m (pinnacle)
- Batfish Bend - 10-28m (drift)
- Bay 1 / Ao Ter (reef)
- Beacon Beach
Other Dive Centres in Similan Islands
Best Time to Dive in Similan Islands
The warmest water temperatures in Similan Islands occur in May, averaging 30.8°C. The coolest conditions are in January at 28.6°C.
Monthly Water Temperatures
- January: 28.6°C
- February: 29.0°C
- March: 29.6°C
- April: 30.6°C
- May: 30.8°C
- June: 29.9°C
- July: 29.6°C
- August: 29.3°C
- September: 29.0°C
- October: 29.0°C
- November: 29.2°C
- December: 28.7°C
Marine Life in Similan Islands
Home to 183 recorded species including 127 reef fish, 38 hard corals, 9 seagrass & algae, 4 sharks & rays, 2 other, 1 octopus & squid.
Notable Marine Life
- Whale Shark (Rhincodon typus) - Sharks & Rays
- Staghorn coral (Acropora kosurini) - Hard Corals
- sorrah shark (Carcharhinus sorrah) - Sharks & Rays
- Staghorn coral (Acropora indonesia) - Hard Corals
- seagrass (Halophila ovalis) - Seagrass & Algae
- Dusky Parrotfish (Scarus niger) - Reef Fish
- Bicolor Blenny (Ecsenius bicolor) - Reef Fish
- Moluccan cardinalfish (Ostorhinchus moluccensis) - Reef Fish
- Staghorn coral (Acropora secale) - Hard Corals
- Staghorn coral (Acropora valida) - Hard Corals
Recommended Packing List for Similan Islands
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