

Best for beginner divers, 5-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Hin Kong is a reef dive site located near Koh Surin, Thailand. The topography consists of hard corals extending from shallow depths down to 30 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. This site is suitable for beginners, who can remain in the shallower 5 to 10 metre range to build confidence. Access is by boat only, and divers should be prepared for moderate currents that can shift quickly. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 30 metres. Divers should exercise caution regarding stonefish on the bottom and maintain close proximity to their guide due to variable current and visibility conditions.
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Book a guided tour rather than a charter-only trip as a beginner here, since an experienced guide will read the current and position you on the sheltered side of the reef. Morning dives tend to offer the steadier conditions and better visibility.
Sites are accessible by boat, typically a 30 minute ride from the Khao Lak shore.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, as the reef structure allows divers to stay in shallower areas between 5 and 10 metres to build confidence.
The reef ranges from shallow depths down to 30 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Hin Kong is located 1000 metres from shore and requires boat access.
Hazards include moderate currents that can pick up quickly, low visibility, and the presence of stonefish on the reef bottom.
Morning dives generally offer the steadiest conditions and better visibility.
Diving at Hin Kong in Koh Surin requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Hin Kong in Koh Surin. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
Expect moderate currents at Hin Kong in Koh Surin. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Hin Kong in Koh Surin typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.