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The remote Mergui Archipelago (Myanmar) and neighboring Similan Islands / Richelieu Rock (Thailand) are some of the last Southeast Asian strongholds where divers still occasionally encounter the bowmouth guitarfish. Western Rocky and Fantasea Reef are historical hotspots. Liveaboard trips run during the Andaman dry season.

Shark Ray in Mergui Archipelago / Similan Islands (Myanmar / Thailand)

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About This Spot

The remote Mergui Archipelago (Myanmar) and neighboring Similan Islands / Richelieu Rock (Thailand) are some of the last Southeast Asian strongholds where divers still occasionally encounter the bowmouth guitarfish. Western Rocky and Fantasea Reef are historical hotspots. Liveaboard trips run during the Andaman dry season.

Best Months to Visit

See Shark Ray in Mergui Archipelago / Similan Islands (Myanmar / Thailand). Best months: January, February, March (up to 55% sighting chance). Diving. Plan your wildlife trip with Fauneya.

  • January: 55%
  • February: 55%
  • March: 50%
  • December: 50%
  • April: 40%
  • November: 40%

Practical Information

  • Location: Mergui Archipelago / Similan Islands (Myanmar / Thailand)
  • Coordinates: 11.5000, 97.7000
  • Effort: expedition
  • Accessibility: Hard
  • Observation mode: Diving

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