Where is best to dive in August?

Best Places to Dive in August – Top 4

• COCOS ISLAND, COSTA RICA. Why We Love It: Great sea conditions.
• Bali, Indonesia. Why We Love It: Mola mola season has started.
• Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. Why We Love It: Excellent weather.
• Dumaguete, Philippines. Why We Love It: Great conditions, fewer crowds, and good hotel rates.

What is the best time to dive in Thailand?

What time of year is Thailand’s diving season? November to April marks the tourist high season and the best time to come is from February to April regardless of whether you are diving or not. The weather is at its best with calm seas and, as there are fewer tourists, accommodation can be cheaper.

Are there sharks in Thailand?

In Thailand, the three most-commonly seen species are the Whitetip Reef Shark (Triaenodon obesus), the Blacktip Reef Shark (Carcharhinus melanopterus) and the Zebra Shark (Stegostoma fasciatum). Whitetip Reef Sharks & Zebra Sharks are both nocturnal hunters, so they tend to sleep during the day.

When is the best time to scuba dive in Thailand?

In the East, the Gulf of Thailand’s visibility is incredible from May through September, while the Andaman Sea on the West Coast tends to offer the best diving conditions from October through April meaning scuba diving in Thailand can be enjoyed all year. Whale sharks are most likely to make an appearance between March and June.

What is the best wall diving in Thailand?

Hin Bai or Sail Rock is one of Thailand’s best wall dives. Lots of schools offer trips here which is something we highly recommend doing as diving is just fantastic. People flock to Sail Rock as its vertical chimney is a fun ascend.

When is the best time to dive in Andaman Sea?

With bathtub like temperatures of 28-31 degrees, your diving conditions could not be better. If you want to be a bit more specific, if you are visiting dive sites in the Andaman Sea, it is best to come from October to April. You have the Giant Manta Rays which arrive at the Similan Islands in March or April.

What is the best dive in Koh Dok Mai?

Another great dive is the Koh Dok Mai, a superb wall and drift dive with crevices lurking, hidden caves and limestone rock face. If you want to have an electric experience, this is the place to go. When you’re diving, keep an eye out or you might miss an eel peeking out of the yellow tube corals.