Shark Point (Hin Mu Sang)
- Depth avg. 19m
- Current 1 - 4 knots
- Air / Surface temp. 12 - 34 ℃
- Bottom / Water temp. 5 - 31.2 ℃
The best drift dive site to encounter reef sharks, turtles, octopus and colorful corals.
The dive site has been named after the docile Leopard Sharks that are often encountered resting on the sandy bottom of the area. Approaching from the sea Shark Point appears as a tiny rock outcropping of no particular interest but beneath the surface lies a vast multicolored reef teeming with marine life. Shark Point is one of Phuket’s best dive sites, part of a Marine Sanctuary. The site consists of the series of pinnacles. These pinnacles are covered in orange and yellow sea fans as well as lots of soft corals. The main attraction here, in addition to sharks and vast schools of tropical fish are the colorful soft corals and sea fans that decorate this huge limestone pinnacle. The reef can be broken into three main sections and most divers could spend several days at least exploring the many interesting facets of the site which is arguably the most popular of all the local day-diving sites. Currents can be brisk at this site but they tend run parallel to the reef sections and allow for an excellent drift dive back to the dive boat. On the shallow part of this dive, you will be able to spot Green Sea turtles as well as Anemone Fish, Ribbon Eels, Octopus and Scorpion fish. There are often juvenile white tip reef sharks seeking shelter beneath the coral bommies at around 18 m. The deep ridges at this dive site are characterized by a striking display of Sea Fans, Giant Barrel Sponges, Sea Whips and stony corals. From 18 m to 30 m the reef shelters many amazing wonders. It is a nutrient rich area and attracts many schooling fish such as Yellow Lined, Humpbacked, and Black Snappers. This dive site is also one of the best sites for encountering White and Black Tip Reef Sharks. Possible to dive all year-round. The average air temperature varies from 27-29C/81-84F all year round. The water temperature is 27-30C/81-85F.
Diving conditions and the best time to dive "Shark Point (Hin Mu Sang)".
| Air temperature | Water temperature | Visibility | Current | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30℃ | 28℃ | 10 - 25 m | 0 - 2 knots |
| February | 29℃ | 28℃ | 5 - 25 m | 0 - 2 knots |
| March | 31℃ | 28℃ | 5 - 25 m | 1 - 4 knots |
| April | 31℃ | 29℃ | 5 - 25 m | 0 - 3 knots |
| May | 30℃ | 28℃ | 10 - 25 m | 0 - 3 knots |
| June | 31℃ | 30℃ | 10 - 25 m | 2 knots |
| July | 30℃ | 29℃ | 10 - 25 m | 2 - 3 knots |
| August | 30℃ | 28℃ | 5 - 25 m | 2 knots |
| September | 30℃ | 29℃ | 25 m | 1 knots |
| October | 24℃ | 20℃ | 10 - 25 m | 0 - 1 knots |
| November | 30℃ | 29℃ | 10 - 25 m | 0 - 3 knots |
| December | 30℃ | 28℃ | 10 - 25 m | 1 - 3 knots |
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49 diver reviews Write review
Very good
An interesting dive site worthwile exploring more than once
Average visibility. Depth of the dive 19m. Dive duration 47min. Saw Fishes, Shark, Stingray, Seahorse.
Very good
An interesting dive site worthwile exploring more than once
Average visibility. Depth of the dive 17m. Dive duration 52min.
Very good
An interesting dive site worthwile exploring more than once
Bad visibility. Depth of the dive 17m. Dive duration 53min.
Good
Good enough to explore one time
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 19m. Dive duration 65min.
Exceptional
An excellent site, dive sites like this are rare
Average visibility. Depth of the dive 24m. Dive duration 44min.
Very good
An interesting dive site worthwile exploring more than once
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 20m. Dive duration 49min.
Exceptional
An excellent site, dive sites like this are rare
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 21m. Dive duration 38min.
Good
Good enough to explore one time
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 15m. Dive duration 31min.
Good
Good enough to explore one time
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 17m. Dive duration 29min.
Very good
An interesting dive site worthwile exploring more than once
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 18m. Dive duration 50min.
Very good
An interesting dive site worthwile exploring more than once
Bad visibility. Depth of the dive 17m. Dive duration 46min.
Exceptional
An excellent site, dive sites like this are rare
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 14m. Dive duration 30min.
Good
Good enough to explore one time
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 20m. Dive duration 32min.
Very good
An interesting dive site worthwile exploring more than once
Bad visibility. Depth of the dive 16m. Dive duration 51min.
Very good
An interesting dive site worthwile exploring more than once
Average visibility. Depth of the dive 21m. Dive duration 45min.
Very good
An interesting dive site worthwile exploring more than once
Excellent visibility. Depth of the dive 26m. Dive duration 53min.
Good
Good enough to explore one time
Average visibility. Depth of the dive 17m. Dive duration 41min.
Very good
An interesting dive site worthwile exploring more than once
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 11m. Dive duration 41min.
Exceptional
An excellent site, dive sites like this are rare
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 21m. Dive duration 47min.
Exceptional
An excellent site, dive sites like this are rare
Average visibility. Depth of the dive 21m. Dive duration 36min.
Good
Good enough to explore one time
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 19m. Dive duration 39min.
Very good
An interesting dive site worthwile exploring more than once
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 20m. Dive duration 53min. Saw Shark.
Good
Good enough to explore one time
Excellent visibility. Depth of the dive 15m. Dive duration 43min.
Very good
An interesting dive site worthwile exploring more than once
Average visibility. Depth of the dive 19m. Dive duration 38min.
Very good
An interesting dive site worthwile exploring more than once
Average visibility. Depth of the dive 18m. Dive duration 69min.
Very good
An interesting dive site worthwile exploring more than once
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 18m. Dive duration 45min.
Good
Good enough to explore one time
Average visibility. Depth of the dive 18m. Dive duration 44min. Saw Crab, Grouper.
Below average
Very little to see or enjoy
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 20m. Dive duration 45min. Saw Lionfish.
Exceptional
An excellent site, dive sites like this are rare
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 22m. Dive duration 52min.
Good
Good enough to explore one time
Exceptional
An excellent site, dive sites like this are rare
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 15m. Dive duration 72min.
Exceptional
An excellent site, dive sites like this are rare
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 18m. Dive duration 54min. Saw Barracuda, Jellyfish.
Good
Good enough to explore one time
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 18m. Dive duration 50min. Saw Barracuda, Jellyfish.
Very good
An interesting dive site worthwile exploring more than once
Average visibility. Depth of the dive 19m. Dive duration 31min. Saw Fishes, Shark, Corals.
Very good
An interesting dive site worthwile exploring more than once
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 17m. Dive duration 43min.
Good
Good enough to explore one time
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 19m. Dive duration 59min.
Very good
An interesting dive site worthwile exploring more than once
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 23m. Dive duration 43min.
Good
Good enough to explore one time
Excellent visibility. Depth of the dive 20m. Dive duration 32min.
Good
Good enough to explore one time
Average visibility. Depth of the dive 19m. Dive duration 46min.
Exceptional
An excellent site, dive sites like this are rare
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 23m. Dive duration 44min.
Exceptional
An excellent site, dive sites like this are rare
Average visibility. Depth of the dive 21m. Dive duration 43min.
Very good
An interesting dive site worthwile exploring more than once
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 19m. Dive duration 36min.
Good
Good enough to explore one time
Average visibility. Depth of the dive 19m. Dive duration 42min.
Exceptional
An excellent site, dive sites like this are rare
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 20m. Dive duration 49min. Saw Shark, Turtle.
Good
Good enough to explore one time
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 17m. Dive duration 49min. Saw Fishes, Shark, Seahorse, Corals, Grouper, Lionfish, Snapper.
Good
Good enough to explore one time
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 22m. Dive duration 55min. Saw Fishes, Shark, Clownfish (Anemonefish), Triggerfish.
Very good
An interesting dive site worthwile exploring more than once
Good visibility. Depth of the dive 19m. Dive duration 43min.