Mai Khao

Mai Khao is a coastal area in Phuket Province, Thailand, near the Andaman Sea. It is more of a gateway to Phuket’s tourist hubs than a dedicated dive base. The area itself has limited diving directly in its immediate vicinity, but it serves as a practical access point for day trips to nearby dive sites around Phuket and the Phi Phi Islands. Local options focus on boat-based diving trips run by a small number of centers for visitors staying along the northwest coast; most divers come to Phuket as a base for exploring reefs and marine life along the Andaman Sea. If you’re planning on diving, you’ll likely book through a Phuket-based center offering guided dives, equipment rental, and certifications, with conditions typically warm and clear with abundant tropical fish, occasional reef structures, and turtle sightings depending on the site.