Why should you go there and how do you do it right?

Andaman Scuba has been offering dives in Khao Lak since 1997, making it one of the first operators in the area. From their base on Bang Niang Beach, they continue to offer the full Similan program, including day trips, courses from beginner to professional level, and multi-day dive safaris on their own boat, the Bunmee IV. The dive routes are what truly make Khao Lak a worthwhile destination. The Similan and Surin Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, and Richelieu Rock – for me, the epitome of a perfect Thailand dive trip.

What impresses me most is the manageable size. This is a small, family-run business, not a large fleet. The reviews consistently highlight the same points: the crew, the food on board, and the feeling of being expertly looked after by experienced professionals. When the Similan National Park closes due to the monsoon, the operator relocates its safari boats south towards Phuket, to Koh Haa, Phi Phi, and the Hin Daeng and Hin Muang rock formations. This means a boat is available almost every month.