West of Eden

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 - West of Eden 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 15-30m

StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

West of Eden gives you granite boulders and fringing reef on the west side of Similan Island number seven. Look for small caves and swim-throughs, places where you might spot leopard sharks resting on the sand. The currents here can pick up, so it's a spot better suited for divers comfortable with a bit of a drift. Keep an eye out for colourful soft corals clinging to the rock faces.

Typical West of Eden Dive Profile

Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

Safety Notes

Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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Reviews for West of Eden

Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for West of Eden

West of Eden Ocean Conditions

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