Hideaway Bay

Best months: Jan–May

Protected Area

Mu Ko Similan

Why dive here

With 173+ marine species recorded in the area - including blacktip reef sharks, eagle rays, giant moray eels, whale sharks and clownfish - Hideaway Bay offers some of Similan Islands's richest reef diving. Water ranges 29-31°C, warmest April, May, June.

Best timeJan–May

WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit

Marine lifeBlacktip Reef Sharks, Eagle Rays, Giant Moray Eels, Whale Sharks and Clownfish · 173+ species recorded

Water29-31°C · warmest April, May, June

CharacterReef dive · max 21m

StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

Hideaway Bay sits on the leeward side of one of the Similans' smaller islands, making it a good spot when the seas kick up elsewhere. It’s a gentle drift along a gradual slope, topping out at around 21 metres, so it’s easy for newer divers to find their rhythm. We’ve had pleasant dives here, often spotting smaller reef fish like damselfish and the occasional wrasse darting amongst the coral heads. It’s not going to blow your fins off, but for a relaxed afternoon dive or a skills refresher, it does the trick nicely.

Typical Hideaway Bay 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 21m - 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 Hideaway Bay

Hideaway Bay Ocean Conditions

Monthly averages for Hideaway Bay, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (8.1, 98.3) (6km away)