burma banks

Burma Banks rise to within 15m of the Andaman Sea surface, from the surrounding 350m deep waters. The Banks, Big Bank, Silvertip Bank, Rainbow Reef and Roe Bank, offer some very exciting open ocean diving, and shark encounters are virtually guaranteed. 2-3m Silvertip and Nurse Sharks are frequently seen, with occasional Grey Reef, Hammerhead and Tiger Shark sightings.

At Silvertip Bank you can look overboard through the crystal clear waters and often see Silvertips cruising along the bottom. When you're in the water you'll be mesmerised by these impressive creatures, as they cautiously circle you.

Burma Banks is quite virgin dive territory. Coral life is very healthy in some areas, with gullies and overhangs that provide homes to some of the Sharks. Due to its exposed location, you can expect advanced drift diving in strong currents, whilst checking out the larger fish species such as Emporer, Snapper, Grouper and Sweetlips.

Burma Banks Reef Basics: Sea mounts and big shark action
Depth: 15 - >40m
Visibility: 10 - 40m
Currents: Can be strong
Surface Conditions: Can be rough
Water Temperature: 25 - 28°C
Experience Level: Advanced
Diving Season: November to April
PADI Course Compatibility: Great for Drift Diving and Enriched Air Nitrox
Distance: ~125 km west of Kawthaung