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Koh Bon

Khao Lak, Thailand
★ 5.0 (1 review)
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All levels

World-class manta ray encounters on a stunning underwater ridge.

Boat Access
20m Avg Depth
40m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, Koh Bon, is renowned as one of the best locations to encounter manta rays. The area features a substantial underwater wall that gradually descends into a deep ridge—a favored resting spot for these magnificent creatures. A shallower reef area also exists within the bay. Visibility is generally good, making it an appealing destination for divers of various experience levels.

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Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Excellent
Macro Marine Life Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Famous

Plan Your Visit

manta raywall divecoral reefdrift divesharkwide anglebeginner friendly

Marine Life

Oceanic Manta RayLeopard SharkNapoleon WrasseBarracudaOctopusMoray EelGlassfishNudibranchsHard and Soft Corals

Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Shallow bay for beginners, deeper wall and ridge for advanced.

Hazards:
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Current Strength:

Variable

Diving Conditions

Water Temperature Now: 28.7°C

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