When it comes to scuba diving in Thailand, Koh Tao is one of the top destinations for divers across the globe. With its numerous dive shops and resorts offering courses from basic Open Water Diver courses to advanced diving and specialty courses, Koh Tao has something for everyone. The island is especially known for its…
The Shark Island dive site is one of the most popular scuba places in Koh Tao and the whole of Thailand because of the underwater scenery. Just 870 yards (800 meters) off the southeast tip, divers can find many rocks, corals, and fish here. Among others, leopard sharks, but also with a little luck whale…
Hin Ngam is a bay on the island, but also one of the over 20 dive sites from Koh Tao. From the bay, located on the southeast coast of Koh Tao, you can see Shark Island. The dive site is right next to Aow Leuk, a popular dive site for beginners. About Hin Ngam dive…
The Hin Pee Wee dive site is one of the most visited dive sites in Koh Tao. This is also due to its proximity to the HTMS Sattakut shipwreck, just 100 feet south of Hin Pee Wee. The dive site is famous for its abundance of marine life and small pinnacles reaching from the bottom….
Red Rock Pinnacle is a grand granite formation that reaches almost two meters beneath the sea, at depths of 60 to 66 feet (18 to 20 meters). It’s perfect for divers of all levels and experiences – often used as an amazing drop-off spot. Planned as a drift dive, you can explore Red Rock and…
The HTMS Sattakut shipwreck is one of the best dive sites in Koh Tao. For certified Advanced divers, the HTMS Sattakut wreck is a must-see. The dive site where the WWII gunboat wreck lies is just 20 minutes from Koh Tao. Featuring a 76 mm gun at the bow and another located in its stern,…
For scuba divers of every level, Twins Pinnacle dive site on Koh Tao is a must-visit destination. The incredible array of marine life and coral reef habitats provide an unforgettable experience. Controversy, Twins Pinnacles actually consists of three rock formations. About the Twins dive site Twins dive site is located west of the small island…
Junkyard Reef was the first artificial dive site in Koh Tao, and is now one of the most popular dive sites for beginners and training purposes. With a maximum depth of 39 feet (12 meters), this shallow reef is suitable for all levels of divers who enjoy vast marine life and explore the unexpected that…
The Aow Leuk dive site is one of the best diving locations for beginners in Koh Tao. The shallow reef is popular for fun dives and scuba diving courses alike. Many of the best dive sites in Koh Tao are for advanced divers only, but Aow Leuk is probably the favorite for all levels. About…
White Rock is probably the largest dive site in Koh Tao. Even experienced divers are sure to find something new and exciting at this spot. The dive site gets its name from the main pinnacle’s white peak (Thai = Hin Kao), which reaches two meters under the surface. White Rock dive site, just South of…
