Визначні місця Симіланських островів

Similan Islands Unmissables

The Similan Islands are an archipelago of eleven islands in the Andaman Sea, protected as a national park. This collection highlights the region's distinct granite rock formations and underwater biodiversity. Key locations include the iconic Sail Rock on Island No. 8 and diverse dive sites like Elephant Head and Shark Fin Reef. Visitors find white coral sand beaches and clear waters with visibility often exceeding 30 meters, supporting sea turtles and vibrant reef ecosystems.

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Similan Islands

The Similan Islands is a continental archipelago in the Andaman Sea off the coast of, and part of, Phang Nga Province in southern Thailand.

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Sail Rock

Iconic granite boulder formation on Island No. 8. A steep trail leads to the summit, providing a panoramic view over Ao Kueak Bay.

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Sandy Beach

The main beach on Island No. 8, characterized by fine white coral sand and shallow turquoise waters.

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Elephant Head

A massive rock formation resembling an elephant's head. It is a major dive site featuring complex underwater swim-throughs and tunnels formed by granite boulders.

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Ko Ta Chai Beach

A secluded stretch of white sand on the northernmost island of the national park, known for its surrounding coral reefs.

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Shark Fin Reef

A long underwater ridge of granite boulders and coral. The site is frequented by reef sharks, Napoleon wrasse, and various ray species.

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Christmas Point

A dive site and viewpoint known for its underwater rock arches and high concentration of colorful soft corals and sea fans.

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Hat Hu Yong

The longest beach in the archipelago, located on Island No. 1. It serves as a significant nesting ground for green sea turtles.

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Deep Six

A deep-water dive site on the northern side of Island No. 7, featuring stacked granite boulders that drop to depths of over 35 meters.

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North Point

A scuba diving location at the northern tip of Island No. 9, offering granite pinnacles and high visibility for observing pelagic fish.