Did you know that the Smashing Peacock Mantis Shrimp can smash (hence the name) using its hammer-like claws, at the speed of a .22 caliber bullet? This has earned the colourful crustacean the accolade as the only creature which cannot be kept in an aquarium as it can easily break the glass. Maybe we should…
Porcupinefish, a type of Pufferfish are a regular sight whilst diving in The Andaman Sea. There are over 120 species of Pufferfish in all, and you can easily see several of them when diving at our regular Scubafish dive site, Ko Haa. But everyone’s favourite is the cute and curious Porcupine Puffer. These friendly fish…
On the 12th of October 2016, Scubafish undertook the massive operation of Marine Park clean up. In conjunction with Pimalai Resort & Spa over 30 divers and snorkelers headed to the stunning Koh Haa where marine debris was removed, buoy lines were set and safe swim zones were implemented. The following day the beautiful islands of Koh Rok received the same treatment.
When I first started to scuba dive, the feeling of hovering weightless and the sense of freedom this gave me was a joy I found hard to describe. Add to this being surrounded by sparkling, aqua-coloured water and the sight of the beautiful corals and tropical fish and I couldn’t quite believe the amazing experience…
Here at Scubafish, we are very fortunate to be situated in extremely close proximity to the beautiful Ko Haa island group. In fact we are the only dive operation which, during high season (mid Nov- mid April), departs from Kantiang bay on the southwestern end of Ko Lanta. This means we have the shortest non…
It’s official! High season 2015-16 just keeps getting even more awesome! After kicking off the season diving with Whalesharks at world famous dive sites Hin Daeng and Hin Muang, we were blown away by the arrival of not one but two Whalesharks on our recent trip to Koh Rok, as well as some stunningly beautiful…
If you have ever dived and found Cuttlefish during their mating rituals, you will know how weird and wonderful these creatures are. If you haven’t seen this, then book your dive trip with Scubafish here and experience this alien like extravaganza!
Wow, what a great way to kick off the high season here at Scubafish!
Yesterday, we made our first trip of the season out to world-famous dive sites Hin Daeng and Hin Muang. On the second dive at Hin Daeng, we descended slowly on the eastern side and had the pleasure of meeting a 4 meter long, juvenile, whale shark.
Lionfish can be the perfect subject to seek out. Adorning our shipwrecks or reefs, moving slowly yet gracefully in the water, they make for a stunning image. Why not book fun diving, photography or videography course with Scubafish today and see the beauty of Lionfish for yourself?
The Longfin Batfish or Tallfin Batfish, are the common names given to the ocean species Platax Teira. Their appearance is striking and their nature very curious, so don’t be surprised if you find them tagging along on your dive, checking you out all the way!