The Rustic Racha Noi Island Tour 2023

Racha Noi Island Tour – A Journey of Exclusive Exploration Awaits! Escape to Racha Noi Island for the Day and Leave the World Behind

Racha Noi is an idyllic ‘down-to-earth’ tropical getaway in the Andaman Sea, just a short distance from Phuket.

With its classic natural setting – white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, and vibrant marine life, Racha Noi may be small, but it is pure paradise. Whether you are a nature lover, an adventure seeker, or simply someone looking to unwind, a private boat charter day trip to Racha Noi has something exceptional for everyone who sets foot on its shimmering shores.

The Geography of Racha Noi Island

Part of the Racha Islands, Racha Noi is mostly uninhabited. The smaller of the two islands in the group, Racha Noi, means small and sits alongside Racha Yai, meaning big.

Ko Racha Yai and Ko Racha Noi, also known as Ko Raya Yai and Ko Raya Noi, are situated south of Phuket and form part of Phuket Province, just 20km (12 miles) away from the south tip of Phuket.

With granite boulders, rocky outcrops, and formations along the shoreline and underwater, these formations make up the rocky reefs and provide habitats for the diverse marine ecosystem.

Spend the Day Visiting Racha Noi’s Underwater World

Your day starts early as you set off with great anticipation from our Ao Yon Beach Club. The spectacular journey across the Andaman Sea takes around 45 minutes to Racha Noi.

Racha Noi is visited mainly for its natural attractions. It offers a more tranquil and secluded experience than the larger Racha Yai. But the excitement below the shoreline makes Racha Noi an exceptional day out and diving day trip for both first time divers and advanced divers. Certified divers or novice divers who have done a discovery scuba course will be thrilled with the diving experience off Racha Noi.

Mostly known for its scuba diving, Racha Noi is also a great spot for quality snorkeling in the clear, shallow water where the corals and marine life are diverse and lively. It’s a popular location for introductory dives and scuba certification courses, such as a PADI Open Water course.

Dive Sites Around Racha Noi Island

Racha Noi is a dream destination if you’re a snorkeling or scuba diving fan. Snorkeling and scuba diving are the most sought-after water activities off Racha Noi. Expect clear waters with stunning visibility and teeming coral reefs and gardens, including pore coral, staghorn coral, and hard corals; it is no wonder Racha Noi is a beloved dive site region for many. With dive sites suitable for both beginners and experienced divers, with several challenging dive sites, Racha Noi offers an exhilarating underwater adventure for all.

Banana Bay

This shallow bay is a popular dive site for first time divers with shallow areas with a view of the sandy bottom and depths up to 10 meters. Outside the bay, the deeper water follows a gently sloping reef.

Racha Noi Bay

This naturally captivating and appealing bay on the southeast side of Racha Noi leads out to the South Tip dive site, a deep dive suitable for advanced divers, and known for the chance to spot larger marine creatures like moray eels, manta rays, eagle rays, and leopard sharks.

Marina Bay

A dive site off the west coast, mostly rocky with boulders and many swim-throughs. Manta Rays habitually hang out here!

Your Feet on Terra Firma

If you are less of a water baby and prefer to explore the island on foot, Racha Noi offers various hiking and nature trails through the lush tropical vegetation, offering sensational panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes and seascapes.

Blissful Beaches

Choose a spot on Racha Island’s unspoiled beach areas – pristine and perfect for swimming, sunbathing, or simply relaxing with a good book.

Time For Some Sustenance

Break for lunch and enjoy a picnic feast on the beach. Dig into mouth-watering local Thai food and exotic and refreshing fresh fruit and soft drinks. Alternatively, you can eat lunch ‘on the go’ from your private charter boat.

Committed to Conservation

Racha Noi is committed to preserving its natural beauty and marine ecosystem. Visitors are encouraged to practice responsible tourism and to contribute to long-term sustainability by adhering to eco-friendly practices such as not littering and ‘treading lightly’ on land and underwater, respecting the local flora and fauna.

Diving in Racha Yai

There are many noteworthy dive sites off Racha Yai. Bungalow Bay off Racha Yai’s east coast offers calm conditions and shallow waters suitable for first-time divers to explore the underwater world. Siam Bay is a dive site located on the east side of Racha Yai. Lucy’s Reef, south of Racha Yai Bay 3, and Staghorn Reef, situated between Bay 2 and Bay 3 on the east side of Racha Yai Island, to name a few sites.

So pack your day bag of essentials and prepare for an epic experience that creates memories that last a lifetime – get ready to discover the remarkable Racha Noi.

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Racha Noi Island Tour FAQs

How do I get to Racha Noi?

The most common way to reach Racha Noi is by speedboat, like a private day charter with Coral Seekers, or a ferry from piers in Phuket, such as Chalong Pier, or from Krabi.

Can I rent scuba diving equipment for my trip to Racha Noi and other diving trips from Phuket?

If you go on a diving trip with a tour operator or diving center you can rent scuba diving equipment for them, or you can bring your own.

Scuba diving at dive sites across Thailand can be arranged with various diving centers.

Dive sites across the Andaman Sea from Phuket are popular, so plan your trips ahead of time if you can.

Dive sites include the Similan Islands, Surin Islands, Koh Tachai, Phi Phi Islands, King Cruiser Wreck, and many more.

Travel Time

35 Mins