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Boonsung Wreck

4.0 — based on 23 community signals
4.1 12 species 16 contributors

Boonsung Wreck is a year-round Thailand dive site with 12 documented species observations and active community video content.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Intermediate
WreckBoatOnlySeasonal

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Difficulty
intermediate

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
7.3 kn
Wave
0.8 m
Water
29.3°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SW (30%)
Now: SW (233°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 2.11m

Next: High at 01:00 (+0.97m)

+1.6 m0 m-0.5 m
▲ 01:00 · +0.97m ▼ 08:00 · +0.21m ▲ 14:00 · +0.69m ▼ 19:00 · +0.24m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV7.2 · high Air PM2.57 · good 06:16 18:24
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 11.7 0.92 7 35mm
09-20 6.8 0.76 8 24mm
09-21 5.7 0.48 8 6mm
09-22 5.2 0.36 8 7mm
09-23 3.5 0.32 3 11mm
09-24 5.3 0.3 1 7mm
09-25 7.3 0.36 3 0mm
🚨 Coral bleaching: Alert Level 1 — active bleaching
DHW: 5.3°C-weeks · NOAA Coral Reef Watch

About this spot

Boonsung Wreck sits in Thai waters as an accessible dive destination for divers seeking wreck exploration. The site draws interest from the local dive community, with 12 species observations recorded and three community videos documenting the underwater environment. Year-round diving means you can plan a trip on your schedule, though conditions vary seasonally across Thailand's regions. The wreck itself offers structure for marine life to colonize. Tropical reefs in Thailand host diverse fish populations, crustaceans, and other organisms that shelter in and around wrecks. Documentation from other divers provides insight into what species you might encounter, though specific details about the wreck's depth, size, or visibility depend on current conditions and your location relative to it. Thailand's dive industry is mature and widely available. Many operators run wreck trips in different regions. Before booking, confirm the specific location and current conditions with local guides who know seasonal patterns, currents, and weather windows. Water temperature and visibility shift with monsoons and tidal cycles, so timing matters for your experience.

📖 Guide: Diving in Thailand: 73 Sites from Whale Sharks to Shallow Reefs

Dive types

Wreck

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type A/B/C · 220V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 9837km · ~2263kg · €41

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 54/100
  • Visa: Visa on arrival · 30 days max
  • Flight: 11h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 12h east · 8 days recovery

FAQ

Can I dive Boonsung Wreck year-round?

Yes, the site is diveable year-round. However, Thailand's monsoon seasons affect visibility, water temperature, and sea conditions. Check with local operators about the best windows for your region and preferred conditions.

What is the depth and difficulty level?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not documented for this site. Contact local dive operators in Thailand who run Boonsung Wreck trips to confirm requirements and current conditions before booking.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species observations have been recorded at the site. Wreck structures attract reef fish, crustaceans, and other tropical marine organisms common to Thai waters. Video documentation from the community shows what recent divers have encountered.

Do I need permits to dive here?

Boonsung Wreck is not within a marine protected area, so standard Thailand diving rules apply. Book through established local operators who handle logistics and any required registrations for your safety and compliance.

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

67 records · 42 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Austruca bengali

Malacostraca · Ocypodidae
GBIF
Last seen:
16 Jan 2026
×1records

Goniobranchus geminus

Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
OBIS
Last seen:
10 Jan 2018
×1records
Depth:
18 m

Phyllidia varicosa

タテヒダイボウミウシ
Gastropoda · Phyllidiidae
OBIS
Last seen:
10 Jan 2018
×1records
Depth:
10 m

Hypselodoris pulchella

Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
OBIS
Last seen:
2 Jan 2018
×1records
Depth:
15 m

Goniobranchus annulatus

Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
OBIS
Last seen:
7 Dec 2017
×3records
Depth:
17–22 m

Goniobranchus geminus

Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
OBIS
Last seen:
10 Nov 2017
×1records
Depth:
20 m

Goniobranchus fidelis

フジナミウミウシ
Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
OBIS
Last seen:
12 Mar 2016
×1records
Depth:
12 m

Phyllidia multituberculata

Gastropoda · Phyllidiidae
OBIS
Last seen:
7 Dec 2015
×1records
Depth:
10 m

Macrobrachium

Malacostraca · Palaemonidae
OBIS
Last seen:
4 Jan 2012
×2records

Macrobrachium

Malacostraca · Palaemonidae
OBIS
Last seen:
31 Dec 2011
×1records

Atyidae

Malacostraca · Atyidae
OBIS
Last seen:
4 Jan 2011
×1records

Amphioctopus aegina

marbled octopus
Cephalopoda · Octopodidae
OBIS
Last seen:
24 May 1995
×1records

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Thailand’s Underwater Playground: Exploring Boonsung Wreck

DeeperBlue Diving

Boonsung Wreck, Thailand

No Troubles Just Bubbles
💬 3 top comments
  • Awesome video.

    @FreedomWanderer · 👍 0
  • Never even heard of this place before. There’s so many amazing dive spots in Thailand.

    @ColdSpearo · 👍 0
  • Very impressive dive spot. Not only for the abundance of marine life bit the honeycomb/leopard morays make this spot special. Good vis, looks like mild currents and relatively shallow for a Thai wreck dive. Would be a brilliant spot for a nitrox dive. EANx32 would give you an hour in this fantastic location. Thank you for this clip.

    @adampilot8275 · 👍 1

Porcupinefish at Boonsung Wreck, Thailand

No Troubles Just Bubbles
💬 2 top comments
  • Read all about Boonsung Wreck in Thailand at these two links. www.similandivingtours.com/dive-sites/richelieu-ro… www.notroublesjustbubbles.com/diving-destinations/… And read about the species here www.notroublesjustbubbles.com/marine-life

    @notroublesjustbubbles2307 · 👍 0
  • Cuteeee

    @chorcher2020 · 👍 0
wind peaks Jul-Sep-Aug, calmest Apr-Oct-Nov, dry Jan-Dec.

5-year monthly climate

60 samples
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: May (100/100) Worst: Jun (0/100) Now: Sep (0/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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