Whale sharks dive safari in Thailand
Sailing Cruise Itinerary
**This is a sample itinerary. The actual itinerary may be adjusted by the captain or the service provider due to weather conditions or other reasons.
Sailing tour introduction
Day
1
Phuket
We have designed this itinerary to maximize our chances of seeing whale sharks in Thailand. Most importantly, this is your chance to meet Kirsty and ask all the questions you may have about these gentle giants.
Day
2
Koh Tachai Pinnacle
Koh Tachai Pinnacle is a very lively dive site: besides whale sharks and manta rays, we can see schools of barracudas, giant trevally, bluefin trevally, sweetlips, batfish, and tunas in the blue. At Koh Tachai, you will have the choice between a sunset dive or a black water dive (optional +500 THB). Afterwards, enjoy a fantastic barbecue.
Day
3
Koh bon
Koh bon is a well known cleaning site for Manta Rays and the site most frequented by them in Thailand. There is also a good chance to spot a Zebra Shark on the pinnacle.
Day
4
Hin Daeng
Hin Daeng and Hin Muang (Red Rock and Purple Rock), located not far from the Malaysian border, are amazing dive sites offering steep walls, big fish, and colorful soft coral. Both mantas and whale sharks are sighted there regularly, along with many smaller pelagics such as tunas, schools of jacks, barracudas, and leopard sharks.
Day
5
Hin Muang
Hin Muang, also known as Purple Rock, is a renowned dive site near the Malaysian border. It's famous for its stunning underwater scenery, featuring steep walls covered in vibrant purple soft corals. Divers frequently encounter a variety of marine life, including manta rays, whale sharks, tunas, schools of jacks, barracudas, and leopard sharks. The site's rich biodiversity and striking coral formations make it a must-visit destination for diving enthusiasts.
Day
6
Koh Haa
Koh Haa is more famous for its massive cavern systems (in which you can even see massive stalactites.
Day
7
Richelieu Rock
Richelieu Rock is one of Thailand's most famous dive sites, renowned for its incredible marine biodiversity and vibrant underwater landscapes. Located in the Andaman Sea, this submerged pinnacle is adorned with colorful soft corals and attracts a wide array of marine life. Divers can often spot whale sharks, manta rays, large schools of fish, and an abundance of macro life such as seahorses and harlequin shrimp. Its rich ecosystem and dramatic scenery make Richelieu Rock a must-visit destination for divers.
Cruise Boat Details
Cruise Price Details
Price includes
- Full accommodation and board (Breakfast, Lunch, afternoon bites, Dinner)
- All soft drinks, drinking water, fresh coffee & tea
- Fresh fruits, yogurt & snacks all-day
- 12 L scuba tank, Weights & Weight Belt - Free Nitrox :for the whole cruise - Free Blackwater dive
- PADI Professional Dive Guide (for up to 4 divers)
- up to 18 Dives
- Towels, reef-friendly amenities
- Sea kayak and hammock
Price does not include
- . COMPULSORY IF YOU DON'T HAVE YOUR OWN:
- - PERSONAL INSURANCE (General Travel insurance is highly recommended)
- - Computer rental 300 THB/day - Equipment rental 600 THB/ day . OPTIONS:
- - 15L Tank 300 THB / day or 1,500 THB for the whole cruise
- - Private guide 3,000 THB/day .
- COURSES:
- - PADI Courses
- - Photographer private coaching . Transfers to and from the boat on-demand (prices) . Alcoholic drinks and cigarettes . Gratuity/ tips (1000 THB / day /pers is common practice)
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