Sea Dragon Dive Center - Similan Islands
The team at Sea Dragon Dive Center are veterans of the Similan liveaboard scene, and that experience shows. If you’re heading to the Similans for a multi-day trip, they’re a solid choice, especially if you’re looking to go beyond fun dives. We love that they’ve been around since '93; that kind of longevity in a competitive market speaks volumes. Their liveaboard setup is comfortable, not flashy, and perfectly geared for getting you to the best sites when they’re quietest. We've seen them navigate the crowds at Richelieu Rock expertly, often positioning to drop just as another boat pulls anchor. We’d suggest booking one of their trips that hits Koh Bon and Koh Tachai early in the morning – there’s nothing quite like dropping into the current at Koh Bon as the first boat, watching the trevally hunt in the blue. For those looking to level up, they’re a PADI 5 Star IDC centre, which means top-notch instruction from seasoned pros. You’ll be in good hands whether you’re taking your Open Water or aiming for Divemaster.
- Location
- Similan Islands, Thailand, Southeast Asia
- Coordinates
- 8.649355, 98.252730
- Phone
- +66 83 176 5873
- [email protected]
- Website
- http://www.seadragondivecenter.com
- Certification Agencies
- ["PADI"]
- Courses
- PADI 5 Star IDC [padi:18005]
- Address
- 5/51 T. Khuk Khak, Mu 7, Takua Pa, Phang Nga, Khao Lak, No State 82190, Thailand
Dive Sites Near Sea Dragon Dive Center
Sea Dragon Dive Center 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