Phuket Diving
Phuket is often referred to as the 'Pearl of the South'
and for scuba divers it's certainly the crown jewel
of the Andaman Sea; one of the most renowned diving
regions in the world. This island paradise lies only
8o north of the equator, enjoying a tropical climate
with average water temperature of 24oC (78o F) with
an unmatched variety of aquatic life. The best time
for diving is between October and May between the two
monsoons, but good diving is available all year. A fleet
of dive boats now roam the azure blue water of the Andaman
Sea that for thousands of years served as the main trade
route for merchant vessels, pirates, explorers and missionaries
from India, the Arab nations and Europe on their way
to China, ancient Siam (Thailand), and Japan.
In spite of its strategic location and long maritime
history, many areas of the Andaman Sea remain largely
unexplored. This underwater frontier continues to yield
exciting new dive sites that are only now being made
available for sport diving. |
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