Krabi Diving at Ao Nang Beach - Similan Islands

Ao Nang's local dive sites offer a convenient dip for those staying on the mainland, particularly good for new divers or anyone wanting to get wet without a long boat trip. We've often found some surprisingly good macro subjects here, the kind of things that reward a slow poke around the reef. Think nudibranchs, small crabs hiding in anemones, and juvenile reef fish tucked into crevices. It’s not the Similans, obviously, but it’s a friendly, easy option to get some bottom time in, especially if you’re balancing diving with other holiday plans.

Location
Similan Islands, Thailand, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
8.033300, 98.816700

Marine Protected Area: Hat Noppharat Thara-Mu ko Phi Phi

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 Krabi Diving at Ao Nang Beach

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 Krabi Diving at Ao Nang Beach

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