The best dive sites in the waters around Krabi

Posted by admin on December 25th, 2007 filed in activities, watersports

Geographically positioned between the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, this South Eastern Asian kingdom features the most wonderful, crystal clear waters, which offer some of the best scuba diving sites in the world. Thailand gives diving enthusiasts the option to enjoy the superb marine life of the Pacific and the Indian Ocean. And a real convenience is that you won’t have to cross continents for it!

The blue waters surrounding Krabi boast some of our planet’s most varied and richest underwater life. This part of the ocean enjoys a general pleasurable temperature of 28C throughout the year. Due to this a healthy coral growth takes place in the waters and the visibility for divers is excellent. It is no surprise that especially in Krabi, the thriving tourist industry benefits from the many visiting scuba divers. In Krabi visitors will find outstanding scuba diving amenities, diving courses and dedicated services.

In addition, the province of Krabi offers a wide range of guesthouses, resorts and hotels. Particularly Ao Nang Beach represents suitable and affordable accommodation available for every type of traveller while gastronomist will appreciate the excellent selection of restaurants.

The most famous tourist hot spots, which are located off coast, include the six enchanting islands of the Phi Phi group and Koh Lanta. The bottom of the ocean here is for the largest part mud-mixed with shells and sand. Around the island’s fringes, divers will usually spot corals.

However, it is not solely Krabi that attracts divers. Thailand’s extremely popular resorts such as Phuket, Pattaya and Samui draw huge crowds of water sports enthusiasts as well. These destinations also boast outstanding scuba diving amenities along with a wide range of leisure, culinary, lodging and entertainment facilities.

Krabi is also a great sea kayaking destination

Several of the most stunning diving sites in the Andaman Sea are provided by the Similan Islands. The diving playgrounds here rank among the greatest on the globe! Holidaymakers can explore Surin, the Mergui Archipelago and the Similan Isles by one of the available and unforgettable boat trips.

The waters of the Andaman in Thailand stretch more than 540 miles from the fabulous Tarutao National Park on Malaysia’s border to the Surin Isles on Burma’s border. The area belongs geographically to the Indian Ocean and the Andaman-Nicobar Ridge separates it from the Bay of Bengal. Both the Similan and Surin Islands boast remarkable formations of granite outcrops.

The islands, which form Phi Phi are wonderfully shaped by calcium carbonates and massive limestone since prehistoric time. Perhaps the only problem might be that it is rather difficult to decide, which destination in Thailand you’re going to choose having your next diving or water sports holiday in. The country is blessed with plenty of superb playgrounds for scuba diving fanatics. This online Krabi activities & sports guide might be helpful, selecting your most suitable holiday destination in Thailand.