Kingcruiser Wreck - Similan Islands

The Kingcruiser Wreck sits upright, pretty much intact, not far from Anemone Reef. We usually start our dive midship, dropping down to the car deck where light still filters through. The stern is always a good spot for finding schools of yellow snapper darting through the old passenger cabins. Inside, the wreck feels cavernous, but you can still make out stairwells and the odd old toilet. Watch for lionfish hovering in doorways and barracuda patrolling the perimeter, especially around the bow. It’s a good wreck for those who appreciate exploring large structures, rather than tiny nooks.

Location
Similan Islands, Thailand, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
7.790000, 98.490000
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
15-30m

Marine Protected Area: Phuket Environmental Protected Area

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

Nearby Dive Sites in Similan Islands

Nearest Dive Centres to Kingcruiser Wreck

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 Species

Recommended Packing List for Kingcruiser Wreck

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