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Anemone reef

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Duration

4 hours

Tour Type

Specific Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Overview

Anemone reef is mostly combined with Shark Point dive

Anemone Reef is a submerged pinnacle with its top around 5 m underwater, giving this dive site its Thai name “Hin Jom”. Its located 1,5 hour boat drive from Chalong but only 20 mins from Elixir Divers centre!

Its English name is similarly straightforward – sea anemones dwell in stunningly dense populations in the shallow areas, presenting an amazing view of sea’s own version of the living carpet. Because of the quantity, quality and the variety of marine life that lives in the beautiful soft coral and sea fans that cover the pinnacle, Anemone Reef is the choice site for naturalist courses and is no doubt a favourite among photographers as well.

Anemone fish and clownfish are common, as are big schools of snapper that cloud the pinnacle. Schools of yellowtail barracuda are also often seen circling the rock, together with groupers, oriental sweetlips, scorpionfish and soldierfish that flit among corals, cracks and crevices. Small critters such as tiger-tail seahorses are also found here on occasion.

This is a relatively easy dive. Going around the pinnacle should pose no problems except in strong currents, so we try scheduling the dive time near slack tide to get the most our of this dive site.

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Price and Diving packages

  • Price for two dives: 4,000 THB
  • Full equipment rental 1,000 THB per day
  • Payment methods: CASH or apps Revolut/Wise/Paypal
  • 6+ dives – get 15% discount
  • 8+ dives – get 20% discount
  • 10+ dives – get 25% discount

Highlights

  • Small groups 3-12 divers
  • Cruise time only 20 minutes
  • Total trip time only 4 hours
  • Apeks regulators
  • Dive planning according to tides

Itinerary

Departure time

Our departure times depend on the tide schedule to ensure the best possible diving conditions with mild to no current. We will confirm the departure time via email or WhatsApp. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before scheduled departure.

Paperwork and equipment

We will check your diving certification, have you complete the diving form, and assist with trying on equipment if needed. You'll also receive a briefing about the tour.

Transfer to the dive site

After a tour briefing, we’ll head to Loh Jark Pier by taxi (if booked) or by your rental scooter if a taxi hasn’t been arranged. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the dive site.

2 dives on Anemone reef and Shark Point

Each dive lasts approximately 50 minutes or until reaching 50 bars of air, whichever comes first. After the dive, we take a one-hour surface break, during which you can enjoy fresh fruit and soft drinks.

Return to Koh Yao Yai after 4 hours

We cruise back to Koh Yao Yai, a journey of about 20 minutes, and return to the office to fill out logbooks and share our diving experiences.

Included/Excluded

  • Custom-made diving speedboat equipped with marine toilet
  • Full set equipment - we proudly use APEKS regulators
  • Experienced PADI instructors
  • 12L Alu tanks
  • Diving weights and belt on board
  • Soft drinks, fresh fruit
  • Hotel pick up/drop off. Can be arranged, please check FAQs below
  • Our Tip: rent a scooter for 250-300 THB per day

Durations

4 hours

Tour's Location

FAQs

How do I get to your location? Is transfer included in the price?

Roundtrip transfer is not included in the price.

Roundtrip transfer rates of local taxi service:

  • Elixir resort – Stop office - Loh Jark pier 400 THB
  • From all other resorts and areas – Stop office - Loh Jark pier 1,000 THB for 1-5 people, extra person 100 THB

Price of the transfer is always roundtrip and is per car. We split the costs, if there are more guests from the same area. Please send us resort name and your room number to arrange the transfer and pick up.

We recommend renting a scooter to come to our office (250-300 THB/day). There is very little traffic on Koh Yao Yai and scooter is also great way to explore the island.

Do I need an Open Water Diver (OWD) certification?

Yes, OWD certificate is required for all our diving trips with the exception of our SCUBA diving courses.

Why is diving more expensive than with companies from other islands?

Koh Yao Yai is an emerging diving destination, perfectly positioned near stunning sites like Shark Point and Anemone Reef. While the island is still developing and hasn’t attracted large tourist crowds, this is what makes it a hidden gem for divers seeking a quieter experience. We pride ourselves on offering personalised, detail-oriented service, ensuring that every dive is memorable. Our brand-new, custom-made diving speedboat is designed for comfort. We operate in small groups of 4-12 divers to enhance your experience. Unlike larger operators that rely on slower boats with up to 30 divers, we focus on quality and intimacy. We equip our divers with top-quality Apeks regulators, and our equipment is meticulously maintained by our dedicated team, ensuring safety and performance. While our pricing may be slightly higher—averaging 1,000 THB (25€) difference for two dives—it reflects the exceptional value and experience we provide. Just check our reviews to see what our clients say. It's important to note that while prices in Thailand haven’t changed significantly in over a decade, the costs of maintaining high standards have risen. Many operators cut corners by competing solely on price, often sacrificing boat and gear quality or lack personal attention to divers. We believe in investing in our services to provide an unparalleled diving experience.

I am flying later today...

Divers should wait a minimum of 18 hours after their last dive before taking a flight or ascending to altitude.

I haven’t dived in more than a year...

Certified Diver must have a logged dive within the past 12 months according to PADI rules to participate on our diving tours. If you do not have a recent dive, you’ll need to complete a Pool refresher with us before heading out on the sea dives for extra charge of 1,500 THB, or engage a private guide at additional charge, for a ‘On boat’ refresher for extra charge of 4,000 THB.

Cancellation policy and insurance

We reserve the right to alter or cancel specific dives/tours/courses without notice due to weather, sea conditions, minimum numbers or other factors. We always recommend that you travel with flexibility in your itinerary and travel with diving insurance. We will look for another date or just cancel your booking. You might want to sign up for diving insurance with us for additional charge of 200 THB per day per person by sending us your scanned copy of passport one day in advance.

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