

Best for beginner divers, 5-10m, boat entry, mild current.
Thong Tom Beach is an artificial reef located 400 metres offshore in the Koh Ngam Islands. Designed to enhance the seabed, the site features structures resting in shallow water between 5 and 10 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres. It is well-suited for beginner divers. Conditions are generally manageable with mild currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 12 metres. Divers should exercise caution regarding lionfish, which are known to rest motionless against the artificial structures. The site rewards slow, patient exploration, particularly when observing the small crustaceans and juvenile fish that inhabit the reef crevices.
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Take your time hovering close to the artificial structures rather than swimming wide circuits, as the small crustaceans and juvenile fish tend to tuck in tight to the reef. Keep an eye out for lionfish resting against the structure, particularly in crevices and at the base.
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Depth
5-10m
Visibility
5-12m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is well-suited to newly certified divers due to its shallow depth and manageable conditions.
The artificial reef sits in depths between 5 and 10 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres.
A boat is required to reach this site, which is located 400 metres from the shore.
Lionfish are present and often rest motionless against the artificial structures. Maintain a safe distance from the reef and avoid reaching into crevices.
Diving at Thong Tom Beach 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 Thong Tom Beach in Ban I Let. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
Thong Tom Beach in Ban I Let typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Thong Tom Beach in Ban I Let typically ranges from 5 metres to 12 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.