Looking for something new to do? Phuket has been known as one of the best tourist spots all over Asia. It has offered many beautiful places for sightseeing, and many activities for those who have a thirst for adventure. Now, there’s something more that the hot spot is willing to offer to foreign and local vacationers: Sailing and scuba diving.

Over the years, the tourism industry in Thailand has been progressively developing into a global attraction. Phuket is one of the main contributors to this success. Its luscious beaches and tourist spots have been causing attention traffic from people al over the world, especially those coming from countries with colder climates. Phuket, coined as the Pearl of the South, is a taste of heaven for tourists, particularly sailors and scuba divers. It is without doubt a crown jewel of the Andaman Sea and of Thailand, all in all.

One of the most renowned diving spots in Asia and in the whole world is Thailand’s Andaman Sea. The port or hub of diving is situated in Phuket, making it an important part of the whole experience. The shores of this beach boast of its beautiful sands, clear waters and abundant marine life. The physical features of the sea are a sight to see that is worth the cost. The tropical climate and the rich seas make the experience all the more wonderful.

Sailing and scuba diving can be experienced at any time of the year. The months between October and May, though, prove to provide the best winds and conditions for the best experience. The waters of the sea has its fleets of dive boats.

Locals say that in the old times, these ships used to be the way of trade and transportation of explorers, merchants, missionaries, and even pirates. However, there remains a large portion of the seas and islands that is unexplored at the present time. This brings about elated excitement with the diving and sailing activities.

The enthrallment coming from the mystery of the undiscovered areas gives off a thrill-seeking vibe to the tourists. The possibility of seeing new frontiers, more diverse water creature and sea life keeps the experience surreal. Whale sharks, unprecedented growths of coral reefs, different types of fish and animals are just a few of the aquatic life that can be found in the depths of this sea.

The best diving sites in Phuket and Andaman Sea include the Burma Banks in the archipelago of Mergui, the Surin Islands, the Similan Islands, the Andaman Islands, sites around the Phi Phi Islands, the King Cruise Wreck, Koh Dok Mai, Phuket West Coast Dive Sites, Rachai Noi, and Rachai Yai. All dive sites mentioned are diverse with marine life and clear waters, each offering something different for a varied and exciting experience with every encounter.

Visitors can choose between day trips or tours. For a more luxurious experience, more distant and deeper explorations are also offered. These are called “liveaboards”. Wall diving and shallow water wrecks are some of the other activities that could be done depending on the vacationer’s liking.