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Big Blue Diving Khao Lak

A few (trevally-centric) snippets from the 14/12/17 to 18/12/17 cruise on Big Blue’s MV Hallelujah in the Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai and Richelieu Rock.
Khao Lak, Thailand

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2025 Recap: Big Blue Diving Khao Lak × Andaman Turtle Watch

As 2025 comes to a close, we reflect on an extraordinary year of collaboration between Big Blue and Andaman Turtle Watch. From leading the region in citizen science submissions to launching the Andaman Sea’s first public sea turtle photo-ID database, this partnership shows what’s possible when conservation is embedded into everyday diving. The data, the discoveries, and the turtles tell a powerful story – and this is only the beginning.

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Eve Pilmore

Big Blue Diving X Andaman Turtle Watch

Adventure meets conservation! Big Blue Diving Khao Lak played a leading role in Andaman Turtle Watch’s début season, driving sea turtle research, creating turtle-trips, and launching the first public ID database.

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Coral Spawning in the Similan Islands: A Natural Wonder

Coral spawning around the Similan Islands is one of nature’s most incredible spectacles. Each year, during the full moons of March and April, corals release eggs and sperm into the sea, ensuring the reefs’ regeneration and supporting the region’s rich marine biodiversity. This synchronized event is vital for the future health of the Similan reef ecosystem.

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For divers who live and breathe the ocean lifestyle – spending days at sea, diving pristine reefs, and naturally wanting to protect the incredible marine world we’re passionate about.

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Turtle Conservation Trips

We’ve partnered with Andaman Turtle Watch to offer an unique 4-night conservation-focused diving experience in the Similan Islands. These educational expeditions combines our renowned diving standards with hands-on turtle research opportunities.

Perfect for divers seeking an educational adventure that makes a difference.

Our Turtle Database

Meet the individual turtles we track with Andaman Turtle Watch. Each profile tells a unique conservation story—from first sighting to ongoing research. See citizen science in action.

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Thailand’s crystal-clear waters harbour an extraordinary diversity of marine life, from the vibrant coral gardens of the Andaman Sea to the pristine reefs surrounding the Similan Islands.

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