Thailand

Enjoy a range of diving, beaches and Thai culture.

Thailand is most famous for its beaches, culture and food. The diving opportunities range from local sites around the limestone islands to outer reefs in the Andaman sea.

Insider’s View

Some of the best diving in Thailand is in the Andaman Sea with very clear waters set around some stunning tropical islands and reefs crammed with colourful coral and tropical marine life.

Thailand’s diving opportunities will keep you very busy and vary from beautiful fringing reefs, deep drop-offs and wrecks to healthy walls, caverns, tunnels, pinnacles and open ocean seamounts where you can find both a variety of macro life as well as leopard sharks, mantas and other pelagic.

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4 Stars

Oct - Apr

15 Hours

Beginner, All

From £1895

La Flora Resort & Spa

Thailand, Khao Lak

La Flora Resort & Spa is an idyllic beach front resort just over an hour north of Phuket international airport.

  • Fantastic traditional Thai Style resort
  • Resort set in lush surroundings
  • 138 rooms, suites and villas
  • Beachfront location
  • Great for couples, families & friends
  • Pools/WIFI/Bar/Spa/Beach

4 Stars

Oct - Apr

15 Hours

Beginners, All

From £1950

Mangosteen Ayurveda & Wellness Resort

Thailand, Phuket

The Mangosteen Ayurveda & Wellness Resort in Phuket is a new 5 star resort located on a private hillside in the South of Phuket just 45 minutes from the international airport.

  • Luxury boutique resort
  • 41 indulgent villa style rooms
  • Bed and breakfast basis
  • Spa/Shuttle Bus/Infinity Pool/Jacuzzi
  • Panoramic views of Phuket Island
  • Most suitable for couples/non-divers

4 Stars

Oct - Apr

15 Hours

Beginner, All

From £1450

Andaman Cannacia Resort & Spa

Thailand, Phuket

The Andaman Cannacia Resort & Spa is a modern, stylish sanctuary making it the perfect place to embark on a relaxing yet exciting dive adventure suitable for couples and families!

  • Overlooks Kata Beach
  • 115 rooms with magnificent views
  • Fantastic Thai style resort
  • Pool/Gym/Internet/Spa/Poolside Bar
  • Choice of BB or HB basis
  • Located near Kata shopping plaza

4 Stars

Oct - Apr

15 Hours

Beginner, All

From £1495

Merlin Resort

Thailand, Khao Lak

The Khao Lak Merlin Hotel is set amongst peaceful tropical forest and a tranquil beach approximately 50 minutes away from Phuket International Airport.

  • Beautiful understated resort
  • 209 rooms (21 with pool access)
  • Beachfront location in Khao Lak
  • Pool/Gym/Spa/Room Service/Bar
  • Suitable to all types of diver/non-diver
  • A best value resort

4 Stars

Oct - Apr

15 Hours

Beginners, All

From £1350

Peach Hill Hotel & Resort

Thailand, Phuket

The Peach Hill Hotel & Resort occupies a superb site on Phuket's western coast in the heart of the Kata shopping district just 45 minutes from Phuket international airport.

  • 211 rooms, bungalows and suites
  • Located in the Kata Beach area
  • BB or HB board basis
  • Pool/Pool Bar/Internet/Massage
  • Garden/Pool/Ocean view rooms
  • Suitable for all types of traveller

Genesis

Depart Khao Lak for 3 days of diving fun at a choice of sites around the Similan and Surin national parks. Experience the best diving Thailand has to offer. You can join 3 day trips to make a 6 day trip.

  • Max 14 guests / 10 dives per trip
  • Choice of 3 day itineraries
  • Full board inc soft drinks
  • Dive with pelagics/whalesharks
  • Great add on to a beach holiday
  • Suitable for all diver types

Marco Polo

If your going diving in Thailand, the sites visited on this trip are just the ticket. The sites around Similan are just mind blowing with huge gorgonian fans. You can also spot Whalesharks at Richelieu Rock.

  • Max 14 guests / 3-4 dives per day
  • Dive Similan, Surin & Richelieu Rock
  • Full board basis & soft drinks
  • Enjoy great Thai food on-board
  • Free Nitrox for qualified divers
  • Sails December to May only

All levels

Reefs & Sharks

Nov-Apr

Thailand

UD Rating – 3 Star

The Junk

Thailand, Phuket

The Junk is a 33 metre restored historic vessel formerly used to transport mango wood charcoal from Burma to Malaysia. She now offers 7 day/6 night itineraries to the finest diving sites in Thailand.

  • Maximum 18 guests
  • 3 to 4 dives per day
  • Dive Similan and Surin
  • Dive from dinghy
  • Nitrox available
  • 7 days and 6 nights itinerary

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Phuket Island Tour

This half-day tour will introduce you to the life and beauty of Phuket Island. Visit Phuket Town with its Malacca-style houses and bustling markets before stopping to admire one of Phuket's most famous temples. There are panoramic views from parts of the coastline.


Tour Type: Nature Tours

Phuket Elephant Sanctuary

Largest land mammal on earth at the Khao Phra Thaeo National Park.


Tour Type: Adventure Tours

Phang Nga Bay by Big Local Boat

08:00-17:00


Tour Type: Boat Trip

Phang-Nga Bay by June Bahtra Traditional Junk

*Minimum 6pax travelling together to guarantee the departure*


Tour Type: Cultural Tours

Phang Nga Sea Canoe

07:30-17:00


Tour Type: Wildlife Tours

Koh Phi Phi islands

Cruise by speed boat to visit Phi Phi Island, to see two of Asia’s most famous and beautiful islands, and discover the scenic amazing cliffs, beaches, and emerald waters


Tour Type: Boat Trip

Siam Niramit Show and Dinner Phuket

Siam Niramit, is one of the “must see” shows in Phuket, you will witness a spectacular show which features over 100 performers on a live stage,


Tour Type: City Trips

Khao Lak Mini Golf

Think of the atmosphere created by an Indiana Jones movie set and that’s what you’ll find when you enter the unique world of KhaoLak Mini Golf. There are eighteen (18) holes set among quirky courses trailing their way through jungle vegetation, temple ruins, distinctive & creative obstacles and much much more.


Tour Type: Soft & Easy

Elephant Hills Beach & Rainforest Nature Safari

Elephant Hills is Thailand’s first luxury jungle camp combining the camp idea of African national parks with Thai tropical forest environment.


Tour Type: Nature Tours

Bang Niang Market

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday


Tour Type: Cultural Tours

Seaside Retreat Elephant Friendly

Elephant feeding, bathing and Sea Turtle Conservation Center


Tour Type: Wildlife Tours

Phuket

Thailand

Phuket has plenty of local dive sites plus the opportunity of joining a liveaboard to Similan. You can choose to be around the vibrant nightlife or nestled away in a secluded resort on a hill.

  • Diving at Phi Phi island
  • Leopard sharks
  • Nightlife
  • Great food
  • Couples and groups
  • Liveaboards

Khao Lak

Thailand

A picturesque location well away from any nightlife and activity offering a very relaxed slow holiday experience with local restaurants run by local people and daily boat diving.

  • Similan Islands diving
  • All diving experience levels
  • Get away from the crowds
  • Tropical beach setting
  • Couples
  • Great food

Destination Fact File

Enjoy a range of diving, beaches and Thai culture.

Climate Information

Wildlife Calendar

Destination Key Information

Currency Thai Baht
Time Difference GMT +7
Vaccinations Against the childhood diseases (Tetanus and Diphtheria, Measles, Mumps and Rubella) as well as cover against the food borne diseases of Typhoid and Hepatitis A. For those trekking in the Thai countryside or staying for longer periods then cover against Hepatitis B and Rabies should be considered.
Tipping Tipping in hotels is not expected, but is always appreciated, for instance 20 - 50 baht for the porter that carried your bags up to your room, or 20 baht left under your pillow for the cleaner. In all restaurants it is customary to leave behind any loose change in coins as a tip.
Passport & Visas British passport holders can enter Thailand for 30 days without a visa - this is known as a visa exemption. Your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of entry into Thailand. Entry to Thailand is normally refused if you have a passport which is damaged or has pages missing.
Taxes 7%
Flight Routes Flights from Heathrow to Phuket via Doha.
International Flight Durations Average flight time is around 17 hours including the stop over.
Luggage Allowance 23Kg
Transfer Information Our packages include transfers on arrival and departure day. On arrival you will be met by one of our representatives and transferred to the resort.
Dive Season October to April is the best time for the Andaman Sea. Between June and September some resorts in Khao Lak are closed and diving is not possible from this area. Ultimate Diving offers diving holidays to Phuket if you are interested in visiting Thailand during this season.