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Koh Racha

Koh Racha: The diving paradise in Phuket that you must visit.
Koh Racha is one of the most popular destinations for diving in Phuket. With clear sea water beautiful coral and a variety of marine animals Koh Racha is a place not to be missed for both beginners and experienced divers. This article will take you on a tour of the beauty of Koh Racha and why it is a favorite among divers.

Basic knowledge about Racha Island
Koh Racha, also known as "Koh Raya", is located south of Phuket. It consists of two main islands: Koh Racha Yai (Koh Racha Yai) and Koh Racha Noi (Racha Noi). Both islands have beautiful natural features and many interesting diving spots.

1. Racha Yai Island
Features: Koh Racha Yai has beautiful beaches, clear waters and many luxury resorts.
Interesting diving spots: Siam Bay, Bungalow Bay, Home Run Reef
2. Racha Noi Island
Features: Koh Racha Noi is quiet and ideal for divers who want to explore coral and marine life that are less touristy.
Interesting diving spots: South Tip, Marina Bay
Diving spots that you should visit at Koh Racha
1. Siam Bay (Racha Yai Island)
Characteristics: It is a bay with clear water and healthy coral reefs.
Attractions: Various fish species, soft and hard corals, sea turtles can often be seen.
2. Bungalow Bay (Racha Yai Island)
Characteristics: A bay with beautiful beaches and clear waters.
Attractions: Diverse coral reefs, colorful fish, snorkeling spots suitable for beginner divers.
3. Home Run Reef (Racha Yai Island)
Description: Dive site with beautiful coral reefs and a variety of marine life.
Interesting things: various fish, hard corals, stingrays.
4. South Tip (Koh Racha Noi)
Description: Dive site with great depth and large marine life.
Interesting things: Large fish such as stingrays, molamola fish, sharks.
5. Marina Bay (Racha Noi Island)
Description: Dive site with rich coral and a variety of marine life.
Attractions: Various types of coral, colorful fish, sea turtles.
Diving experience at Racha Island
Snorkeling
Racha Island is a great place for snorkeling. Tourists can experience the beauty of corals and sea creatures without going deep. Snorkeling at Koh Racha Yai is an exciting experience for the whole family.

Scuba Diving
For professional divers and those who want to explore the underwater world in depth. Koh Racha Noi and Koh Racha Yai have amazing diving spots where large sea creatures and beautiful corals can be seen.

Facilities and transportation
travel
From Phuket: Tourists can travel to Racha Island by speedboat or ferry departing from the pier in Phuket. The journey takes approximately 30-45 minutes.
From Chalong Pier: There is a daily speedboat service. You can reserve tickets in advance.
accommodation
Luxury Resorts: Racha Island has several full-service luxury resorts such as The Racha, Racha Island Resort.
Budget Accommodation: Budget accommodations and hostels are available for travelers who want to stay on a budget.
Restaurants and other activities
Seafood Restaurants: There are restaurants where fresh seafood can be eaten on the island.
Water activities: besides diving Tourists can also do other water activities such as kayaking. playing in the sea and sightseeing cruises
summarize
Koh Racha is a dive site with impressive natural beauty and diversity. Traveling to Racha Island is not only about the beautiful coral reefs and diverse marine life. But you can still relax and do other water activities. Whether it's snorkeling or scuba diving. Racha Island will be an experience you will never forget.

So if you are a diving lover or looking for a tourist destination that is beautiful and unique. Racha Island in Phuket is a place you shouldn't miss on your next trip.