Diving Sites in Mergui Archipelago
High Rock
High Rock is a small islet with a single tree. The depth is only 18-25m with plenty of soft coral and cup coral especially
in the deeper parts. Seahorse are commonly found. The many cracks and crevices and barrel sponges dominate the seabed with
common lion fish and bearded scorpion fish sheltering inside their rims from the currents.
| High Rock |
: Pinnacles & nurse sharks |
| Depth |
: 5-15m |
| Visibility |
: 10-30m |
| Currents |
: Can be strong |
| Surface Conditions |
: Can be rough |
| Water Temperature |
: 25-28°C |
| Experience Level |
: Open Water & Advanced |
| Number of dive sites |
: 1 |
| Diving Season |
: October to May |
| Distance |
: Over 25 km northwest of Kawthaung (about 4 hours) |
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