Paradise Deep Rock

Advanced drift dive with vibrant corals, macro life, and pelagics.

Boat Access
6m Avg Depth
12m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, Paradise Deep Rock, is an advanced reef dive located off Paradise Beach in Thailand. It features large coral bommies and impressive rock formations, extending from the main reef. Divers can expect to navigate along these structures, often as a drift dive due to potentially strong currents.

The site is rich in marine life, boasting unique macro creatures such as frogfish, along with diverse reef fish inhabiting the coral formations. In the open blue, divers may encounter larger pelagic species like barracuda and tuna.

While specific best times are not provided, the strong currents offer excellent drift diving opportunities, making it a highlight for experienced divers. Due to the advanced nature and strong currents, this site is not recommended for snorkelers or freedivers.

Diving

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Very Good
Macro Marine Life Excellent
Landscape Quality Very Good
Water Visibility Very Good Viz

Plan Your Visit

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Things to Note

Difficulty:

Advanced

Strong currents and potential pelagic encounters, despite moderate depth, require advanced skills and experience.

Hazards:
strong currents
Current Strength:

Strong

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This dive site information and pictures are sponsored by Merlin Divers Co.

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