

Best for beginner divers, 5-8m, boat entry, mild current.
Koh Mat Wai Yai is a shallow reef site located 1000 metres from shore within the Koh Ngam Islands. The site features a gentle reef structure with depths typically ranging between 5 and 8 metres, though the area can reach 15 metres. Access is by boat only. Conditions include mild currents, though these can pick up unexpectedly, and visibility is generally around 5 metres. Divers should maintain neutral buoyancy to avoid contact with sharp coral and rocks. The site is suitable for beginners and supports night diving. Due to variable visibility, early morning dives are recommended to avoid sediment stirred up by boat traffic.
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Visibility can be variable, so arriving earlier in the day before any boat traffic stirs up the water gives you the best chance of clearer conditions. Keep your distance from the coral as it is sharp and the reef structure is delicate.
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Depth
5-8m
Visibility
5m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Mild
The site is shallow, with an average depth of 15 metres and a typical reef depth between 5 and 8 metres.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depths and generally mild currents.
Access to Koh Mat Wai Yai is by boat only.
While the site is primarily used for diving, its shallow depth of 5 to 8 metres makes it accessible for snorkelling.
The reef and rocks are sharp, so maintain buoyancy to avoid contact. Additionally, currents can increase unexpectedly, so monitor your position and signal your guide if the flow becomes difficult to manage.
Diving at Koh Mat Wai Yai in Ban I Let requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Koh Mat Wai Yai in Ban I Let. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
Koh Mat Wai Yai in Ban I Let typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Koh Mat Wai Yai in Ban I Let typically ranges from 5 metres to 5 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.