Buddha Island
Accessible Phuket site with strong currents and diverse reef life.
Boat Access
12m Avg Depth
15m Max Depth
About this dive site
This dive site, known as Koh Kaeo or Buddha Island, is located in Phuket, Thailand. It’s a relatively accessible destination, with a boat trip taking just 30 minutes and a travel distance of 8 kilometers. The site presents an interesting underwater landscape characterized by rock formations adorned with vibrant soft and hard corals. Visibility ranges from 2 to 15 meters, offering opportunities for observing intricate details. Currents at Koh Kaeo can be strong, adding an element of excitement to the dive experience. A diverse array of marine life inhabits these waters, including Angel Fish, Butterfly Fish, Puffer and Porcupine Fish, Moray Eels, Lion Fish, Scorpion Fish, Surgeon Fish, and Wrasse. Divers may also encounter thrilling encounters with Sting Rays, Mantis Shrimp, Octopuses, and Turtles. This captivating underwater experience is particularly well-suited for advanced divers seeking an adventurous dive.
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Plan Your Visit
strong currentsadvanced onlycoral reefturtledrift divemacro photographywide anglerock formations
Marine Life
Angel FishButterfly FishPuffer FishPorcupine FishMoray EelLion FishScorpion FishSurgeon FishWrasseSting RayMantis ShrimpOctopusTurtleSoft CoralHard Coral
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Advanced
Strong currents require experience and good buoyancy control.
Hazards:
currentboat trafficmarine life
Current Strength:
Strong

