Gekko Scuba Divers | Similans

Overview:
From certain angles, a rock on a headland, shaped like—you guessed it—a turtle, gives this site its name. Interestingly, turtles are often seen here. The dive site is located to the west of Donald Duck Bay, on the northwestern corner of the island.

Characteristics:
Like most dive sites exposed to the summertime monsoons, this one is characterized by a field of large boulders extending westward from the turtle-shaped rock. The rocks are scattered in depths from 10 to 20 meters, with colonies of staghorn corals growing among them.
Highlights:
In addition to a good chance of seeing turtles on this site, there are many painted spiney lobsters living among the boulders. In the sand you may find two types of rays sporting bright blue spots: Kuhl’s stingrays and Blue-spotted Ribbontail rays. Also in the sand, look for garden eels, while among the rocks you’ll see many morays.
Marcia's notes:
This is quite an easy, relatively shallow dive site with little current other than at peak tidal flow. However, because of this, expect decreased visibility. Concentrate on the smaller marine life for the most enjoyable dive.