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Sub Aqua

Sub Aqua feels like one of those sites you only really appreciate once you’ve done a few Similan trips. It’s not flashy, no dramatic swim-throughs or huge pelagics, but we think it’s consistently rewarding, especially for macro lovers. We often drift along the sloping reef, which is really more of a gentle incline, covered in these big, healthy tables of staghorn coral. Look closely among the branches; we’ve had excellent luck spotting Spinysnout Pipefish here, often swaying in the gentle surge. The real draw here, for us anyway, is the sheer variety of smaller stuff. You’ll see loads of Bandcheek wrasse flitting about, and the resident Pufferfish are always good for a chuckle. We’d suggest taking your time, really scrutinizing the coral heads for Spotty Blennies or even a curious Mangrove Flathead Goby tucked away. It’s a very relaxed dive, generally mild current, so it’s perfect for new divers getting comfortable or experienced photographers who want to linger. We love it as a second dive of the day, a nice contrast to some of the Similans' more energetic sites.