Stingray City

★★★★☆ (68)

Stingray City, Similan Islands, is a relatively shallow dive site characterized by its expansive sandy bottom. It features scattered coral patches and small rock formations, offering an open and gentle diving environment. It’s known for its generally calm conditions and easy navigation.

Stingray City is renowned for Kuhl’s stingrays in the sand. Also features garden eels, gobies, shrimp, and small reef fish. Scattered coral provides habitat.

Dive Activity

Potential Wildlife Sightings

Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 200

Alamy-WaterFrame

Moray Eel
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Green Turtle
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Hawksbill Turtle
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Total number of species approx.: 25

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Eagle Ray
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Total number of species approx.: 27

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Barracuda
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Loggerhead Turtle
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Ocean Sunfish
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Total number of species approx.: 600

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Wrasse
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Total number of species approx.: 300

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Octopus
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Total number of species approx.: 80

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Stingrays
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Total number of species approx.: 28

Udo Kefrig

Clownfish
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Total number of species approx.: 12

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Lionfish
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Total number of species approx.: 2

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Nurse Shark
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Total number of species approx.: 90

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Angelfish
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Total number of species approx.: 130

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Butterfly Fish
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Total number of species approx.: 130

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Pufferfish
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Total number of species approx.: 3000

SSI-Peter-Schinck

Nudibranch
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Blacktip Reef Shark
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Total number of species approx.: 85

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Surgeonfish
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Total number of species approx.: 150

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Sweetlips and Grunts
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Total number of species approx.: 100

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Parrotfish
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Total number of species approx.: 40

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Triggerfish
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Total number of species approx.: 20

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Porcupinefish
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Total number of species approx.: 8

Alamy-Reinhard Dirscherl

Bannerfish
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Total number of species approx.: 250

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Grouper/Basslets
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Total number of species approx.: 55

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Lobster
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Whitetip Reef Shark
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Total number of species approx.: 300

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Snake Eel
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Total number of species approx.: 250

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Scorpionfish
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Total number of species approx.: 50

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Frogfish
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Total number of species approx.: 110

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Snapper
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Total number of species approx.: 25

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Boxfish
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Total number of species approx.: 60

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Spiny Lobster
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Total number of species approx.: 7000

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Crab
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Grey Reef Shark
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Oceanic Blacktip Shark
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Total number of species approx.: 60

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Electric Ray
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Total number of species approx.: 250

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Skate Fish
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Total number of species approx.: 2

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Tarpon
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Total number of species approx.: 30

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Sand Eel
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Total number of species approx.: 40

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Jackfish
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Total number of species approx.: 60

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Squirrelfish
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Total number of species approx.: 15

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Tuna
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Total number of species approx.: 15

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Garfish
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Total number of species approx.: 3

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Trumpetfish
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Total number of species approx.: 120

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Cuttlefish
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Total number of species approx.: 3400

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Shrimp
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Total number of species approx.: 125

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Gurnards
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John Dory
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Dive Centers Catering This Dive Site

Blue Planet Divers

150/1 Moo 1, Saladaan, 81150 Koh Lanta, Krabi, Thailand

Scubadeep, Scubadeep Patong

186 Taweewong Road, 83150 Phuket, Thailand

Sea Turtle Divers

57/12 Moo 5 Khao Lak, Bang Niang, 82220 Phang Nga, Thailand

Sirolodive

43/52 Viset Road, T. Rawai, 83130 Phuket, Thailand

ScubaNicks, Victoria Fawcus-Robinson

90/8 Kanjana 2, Soi Sai Yuan, 83130 Phuket, Thailand

Sea Bees Diving

1/3 Moo 9 Viset Road, 83130 Phuket, Thailand

American Divers Phuket

57/1 Patak Road,Soi Plakjae, 83100 Karon Beach, Thailand

Champagne Diving

36/10 Moo 2, Soi Palai, Chalong, Muaeng, 83130 Phuket, Thailand

Sea Bees Diving Khao Lak

Palm Garden Resort, 82190 Phang Nga, Thailand

X Dive

7/1 Moo 5 Khuek Khak, 82220 Takua Pa, Phang Nga, Thailand

Aum Scuba, Nigel Rustage

79/10 Moo 7, Rawai, 83130 Phuket, Thailand

Merlin Divers Phuket, Robert Klein

74/3 Moo 3 Rim Had Rd., Kamala, 83150 Phuket, Thailand

Amity Diving Club

132/86 soi Saithong7 Wichitsongkram Rd. Kathu, 83120 Phuket, Thailand

Dive Sites Nearby

Sea Turtle Divers, 82220 Phang Nga

Boulder City (★4.1)

Huge, bizarre boulders underwater that make it look like a city. You can easily find stream shadows if you want to. It leads a mouring-line down to 18m.
Sea Turtle Divers, 82220 Phang Nga

Shark Fin Reef (★4.2)

Shark Fin Reef is easy to dive and is, therefore, an absolute highlight even for beginners. The granite rocks go slowly into the depths of the dive site and can be dived at any depth up to max. 30 meters.
Sea Turtle Divers, 82220 Phang Nga

Chinese Wall (★4.7)

Chinese Wall is on the south tip of island 4, named as such because it is a very long rock wall. Currents are be possible at depth. In the shallow area, you can hide from the current between the rocks.
Sea Turtle Divers, 82220 Phang Nga

Honeymoon Bay (★4.2)

Totally shallow dive site if you stay on the island. Afterwards it is a steep sloping reef down to 30m depth. There can be a current. The shallow area is good for snorkeling, training courses, and night dives.
Sea Turtle Divers, 82220 Phang Nga

Tuna Wreck (★4.2)

The Tuna wreck, which was sunk in 2003 by the Thai government to create an additional artificial reef, is located off island No. 5.
Sea Turtle Divers, 82220 Phang Nga

Barracuda Point/Batfish Bend (★4.1)

This is a reef dive at the southern tip of Similan Island 5. There may be some current, making this a drift dive. This dive goes between rocks and also come to a small overhang.
Sea Turtle Divers, 82220 Phang Nga

Hideaway Bay (★4.2)

The reef starts at 5 meters with a gentle slope with many hard corals which can be found at about 15-20 meters. There are many moray eels, chances to see leopard sharks, white tip reef sharks, napoleons etc.
Polphut B. (#4421034)

Monuments/Zodiak (★4.2)

Monuments, Similan Islands’ Hideaway Bay, is a shallow, sandy dive site with unique underwater statues, including Thai Zodiac figures and tsunami memorials. Perfect for night dives, it offers diverse macro life such as ghost pipefish, various shrimp, octopus, and crabs. Suitable for all diver skill levels.
Hobo-Ya Similan, 83120 Phuket

Anita’s Reef (★4.1)

A soothing dive site on the east side of islands 5 and 6 in the Similan Islands. This site is a rolling reef slope along the edge of the island from a shallow depth of 5-6m to around 25m.
Sea Turtle Divers, 82220 Phang Nga

Princess Bay (★4.3)

Princess Bay is an easy bay dive. The reef edge is very beautiful. This site is good for beginners, courses, and snorkelers. This is a slightly sloping reef with a max depth of approx. 20m.
Sea Turtle Divers, 82220 Phang Nga

Stonehenge (★4.3)

This dive site is located at the northernmost tip of island 4. Many big rocks (boulders) where you can dive in between. Please note that there is almost always a current running at this dive site.
Merlin Divers Co., Ltd., 83150 Phuket

South of Eden/Screaming Rocks (★4.2)

South of Eden in the Similan Islands is a stunning dive site with a vibrant coral garden sloping down to a sandy bottom. Expect large granite boulders, swim-throughs, and an abundance of marine life including reef sharks, barracuda, fusiliers, and macro critters. Strong currents can be present.
Sea Turtle Divers, 82220 Phang Nga

West of Eden (★4.3)

A topographic dive site on the west side of Island 7 in the Similan Islands. It is centered around three huge rocks that are the highlight of the dive with coral slopes on either side. Soft corals, such as sea fans and sea hawks, are growing in the wall and in the deep area off the rocky coast. These areas are home to hard corals such as Hanaya rhinoceros and a wide variety of other creatures.
Sea Turtle Divers, 82220 Phang Nga

East of Eden (★4.3)

East of Eden is on the east side of island 7. This dive site was closed by the administration of the national park to be able to regenerate. Very beautiful coral landscapes are found here. Check from time to time to see when the dive site will be opened again.
Hobo-Ya Similan, 83120 Phuket

Deep Six (★4.2)

Located at the north end of the 7th island in the Similan Islands, this dive site is along the northern apex of an elongated island from north to south. Visibility is clear and the granite boulders, eroded by the tidal currents, form several steps from the bottom.
Hobo-Ya Similan, 83120 Phuket

Elephant Head Rock (★4.4)

Located in the middle of the sea between islands 7 and 8 in the Similan Islands, this reef dive site stands out in the middle of the sea. It was named after the shape of the rock sticking out of the water, which resembles the head of an elephant. The point is made up of huge layers of granite, dotted with numerous channels and swim-throughs that create a mystical landscape. The tide is good, and you can expect the feeding scene of the crabs, sharks and big fish in the early morning. In the shallow water, you can often find oversized trevally targeting small fish. This is one of the most dynamic dive sites in the Similan Islands.
Mares

Monkey Rock (★4.1)

Monkey Rock, Similan Islands, is a sloping reef with a mix of hard and soft corals, huge granite boulders, and intriguing swim-throughs. Marine life includes reef sharks, barracuda, fusiliers, snappers, and a good variety of macro critters. Currents can range from mild to strong.
Mares, Janez Kranjc

Beacon Point (★4.1)

Beacon Rock in the Similan Islands is a dive site characterized by massive granite boulders forming dramatic swim-throughs and canyons. It boasts a mix of hard and soft corals. Expect to see reef sharks, barracuda, fusiliers, snappers, and a variety of macro life. Currents can vary.
Merlin Divers Co., Ltd., 83150 Phuket

Beacon Bay (★3.9)

Popular dive site, especially for night dives. It features a sloping reef, dropping from 5m to 35m+, with predominately hard corals. A notable highlight is the “Atlantis X“ wreck, a sunken liveaboard resting on the reef slope. Visibility is generally good, and currents are mild to moderate, suitable for all levels
Merlin Divers Co., Ltd., 83150 Phuket

Fantasy Reef (★4.3)

Fantasy Reef, Similan Islands, is a sloping reef with extensive coverage of vibrant hard and soft corals. It features large granite boulders and intriguing swim-throughs, creating a dynamic and visually stunning underwater landscape. Currents can be moderate to strong, offering exciting drift opportunities.
Miguel B. (#3409552)

Similan Islands (★4.3)

They boast vibrant coral reefs, with diverse marine life, including colorful fish, majestic rays, and curious sea turtles. With crystal-clear waters and excellent visibility, it’s a haven for scuba divers seeking awe-inspiring underwater landscapes and unforgettable encounters with marine creatures.
Merlin Divers Co., Ltd., 83150 Phuket

Beacon Reef (★4.3)

Popular dive site, especially for night dives. It features a sloping reef, dropping from 5m to 35m+, with predominately hard corals. A notable highlight is the “Atlantis X“ wreck, a sunken liveaboard resting on the reef slope. Visibility is generally good, and currents are mild to moderate
Mares, Janez Kranjc

Waterfall Bay, Similan (★4.2)

Waterfall Bay, Similan Islands, is a shallow, sheltered bay, often chosen for calm conditions and easy diving. It features a sandy bottom interspersed with scattered coral bommies and rock formations. Ideal for relaxed dives, particularly for beginners or for night dives due to its protected nature.
Sea Turtle Divers, 82220 Phang Nga

Turtle Rock (★4.3)

The dive site Turtle Rock is located on the west side of island no. 8, Koh Similan. The dive site owes its name to a granite rock that looks like a turtle.
Sea Turtle Divers, 82220 Phang Nga

Donald Duck Bay (★4.0)

An easy dive site on Island 8. You can dive in or out of the bay through a channel. You can only dive with little current, otherwise, you can only dive one way as a drift dive. In the shallow area it is very rocky then gets sandy in the deeper depths.