Elephant Head Rock (Hin Pusar)

Near Similan Island 8. Complex three-dimensional topography and depth make it best for advanced divers with good buoyancy. Reef fish, occasional leopard sharks and rays.

Depth

5–40m

Current

Strong

Diver level

Advanced open water

Entry

Boat

Unique features

  • Maze of giant granite boulders with swim-throughs and gorges past 40m
  • Surface archway rocks make it the most recognisable Similan site
  • Strong, unpredictable currents with shelter behind boulders

Sources & last checked

Checked July 2026

This is a researched draft, not yet human-verified. The seasonality and logistics are drawn from the sources below — confirm specifics (permits, fees, closures) with an operator before you book.

Note on the data: Coordinates are approximate; not surveyed dive-site GPS.