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Burma :: Mergui : West Canister

An island similar in shape to Koh Bon in Thailand that offers a wealth of marine life below the surface. A pinnacle in the middle of the small bay is the best place to dive, it is often visited by manta rays in search of a clean at the station here. The granite rock drops to over 40 metres and is covered in red, pink and purple soft corals. Bigger visitors such as barracuda, jacks and rainbow runners exceeding a meter in length frequent this spot.

 

Depth: 15 - 50m

Viz: 20 - 40m

Currents: Can be strong

Getting there : Liveaboard

Best months: Jan / May

 

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