Diving Off Krabi With Amari Vogue Resort, Krabi (Thailand)
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Diving Off Krabi With Amari Vogue Resort, Krabi (Thailand)
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Category: Asia Pacific - Thailand - Industry economy
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This is a press release selected by our editorial committee and published online for free on 2008-12-23
The beauty of Krabi province, Thailand, is simply overwhelming, including its underwater world, teeming with a plethora of marine life. The rock formations and corals are a breathtaking wonder. A visit to Krabi is not complete without taking a plunge into the deep and alluring underwater world.
The dive sites of Krabi lie in the Andaman Ocean, where a multitude of locations await to be explored and you don’t always have to travel too far, as the nearest diving site is close to Ao Nang Beach. Small local islands are approximately 30 minutes by longtail boat from Ao Nang, good for both scuba diving and snorkelling. There are also beautiful beaches to relax on, while listening to the waves lapping the shore.
Here are a few special dive site recommendations, courtesy of Amari Vogue Resort:
The diving spots around local islands are Koh Ha and Koh Ha Yai, where there are many corals and large schools of colourful fish, such as red coral groupers, black spotted porcupine pufferfish, scorpionfish, lobsters, motleys, turtles and large fans. Leopard sharks can also be seen, along with many more.
Koh Si, on the southern end of the island, has good visibility. There are staghorn and brain corals. Schools of snapper and large grouper are common in this area, as well as the chance to see seahorses. This is also a good spot for the shy black-tip reef shark.
Koh Poda is a small limestone island, where the coral reefs lie 20m offshore. This island is an excellent choice for snorkeling.
Hin Daeng (Red Rock) is a part of Lanta National Marine Park, further south of Ao Nang. It is an excellent scuba diving site, with a number of large species and stunning reefs. The soft corals in various shades of red and sea fans adorn the vertical wall. The presence of whale sharks and manta rays is also frequent. Hin Daeng pinnacle protrudes 3m above the surface and drops 70m vertically below. This site is suitable for advanced divers.
Hin Muang (Purple Rock), situated a few hundred metres from Hin Daeng, is covered with a colour-rich range of pink to purple soft corals, hence the name. This is Thailand’s highest vertical wall at 200m long and 20m wide. It is a home to anemones and colourful sea fans. There are little caves and ledges for the sea creatures to inhabit, including micro life. Manta rays, sharks and leopard sharks are seen around here. This site is also ideal for more experienced divers.
The Phi Phi Islands are a popular site with an unforgettable land and seascape. Phi Phi, a gem of the Andaman, is comprised of Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Leh, which lie in national marine park territory. There are a number of dive sites to discover both for snorkeling and scuba diving. The best season to dive here is from February to May. Limestone cliffs that plunge down beneath the surface are the abode of lively soft coral, with a profusion of marine life, such as black and white banded sea snakes, turtles and nudibranches.
Anemone Reef is 18km west of the Phi Phi Islands. At 7m deep, this reef hosts a variety of clownfish, anemone crabs and clear cleaner shrimps. Large schools of fish are seen everywhere on this reef, including snapper, grouper, fusilier. Black-tip reef shark and leopard shark are common around here.
Experience the wonderful underwater world of Krabi and touch base with luxury at Amari Vogue Resort, on Tub Kaek Beach.
Outdoor activities, including diving and snorkeling trips can be booked at the resort. After a day out, chill by the pool, sipping cocktails from Sunset Lounge or pamper body, mind and soul at Sivara Spa.
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