

Best for beginner divers, 5-12m, boat entry, mild current.
Koh Talu is a reef site located 1500 metres offshore in Chumphon, Thailand. Suitable for beginners, the site features depths ranging from 5 to 12 metres with an average of 10 metres. Divers and snorkellers experience mild currents and visibility between 5 and 12 metres. Access is strictly by boat. The reef contains sharp coral and rocks, requiring careful buoyancy control to avoid contact. Guided tours are available through the local dive shop to assist with navigation and reef protection. Typical dives last 45 minutes, and the site is accessible year-round.
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Explore the natural rock tunnel at low tide.
Accessible by a 30 to 45 minute boat ride from Chumphon.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-12m
Visibility
5-12m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec
Yes, the site is well-suited to beginners due to the manageable depths and mild currents.
Depths at the site range from 5 to 12 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Yes, Koh Talu is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
A boat is required to reach the site, which is located 1500 metres from the shore.
The reef contains sharp coral and rocks. Divers should maintain a controlled position in the water and avoid touching or resting on the reef surface.
Diving at Koh Talu in Chumphon requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Koh Talu in Chumphon. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Koh Talu in Chumphon are January, February, March, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Koh Talu in Chumphon typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Koh Talu in Chumphon typically ranges from 5 metres to 12 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.