Best for intermediate divers, 10-90m, boat entry.
Cheow Lan Lake provides a technical freshwater diving environment featuring caves, walls, and drop-offs that reach depths of 90 metres. With an average depth of 40 metres, the site requires boat access and is suited for intermediate divers. Visibility typically ranges between 5 and 10 metres, necessitating the use of a torch. The overhead cave environment prevents direct ascent, requiring careful gas planning and buoyancy control. Water temperatures remain consistent at 28 degrees Celsius. Facilities on site include gear storage, boat charter, and a cafe. Divers should remain mindful of the depth and limited visibility throughout their 45-minute dives.
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Because visibility can sit at the lower end of the 5 to 10 metre range, bring a torch even for wall and drop-off sections where light fades quickly at depth. Gear storage and boat charter are available on site, so travelling light is straightforward.
Longtail boats depart from Ratchaprapha Marina Pier near Ratchaprapha Dam.
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Depth
10-90m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Current
None
Typical Dive
45 min
No nearby dive sites found within 50km.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the deep water, overhead cave environments, and limited visibility.
The site features depths ranging from 10 to 90 metres, with an average depth of 40 metres.
Boat access is required to reach the dive points at this site.
Hazards include deep water, low visibility, and overhead environments where direct ascent is not possible.
The site is primarily structured for technical and intermediate diving due to the depth and overhead cave environments.
Diving at Cheow Lan Lake in Khao Sok requires the following certifications: Open Water, Cave. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Cheow Lan Lake in Khao Sok typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
