

Best for intermediate divers, 18-45m, boat entry, strong current.
Hin Luang is a submerged pinnacle and reef system located 200 metres from Koh Tachai. The site features a wall topography with depths ranging from 18 to 45 metres, averaging 30 metres. Due to the strong currents and significant depth, this site is suitable for intermediate divers. Boat access is required for all dives. Visibility typically ranges between 15 and 30 metres. Water temperatures remain between 28 and 31 degrees Celsius, though thermoclines can create cooler layers at greater depths. Divers should be prepared for deep conditions and strong currents throughout the dive.
9.00670, 97.87060
Arrive on the top of the pinnacle as soon as possible during descent to avoid being blown off the dive site.
Requires a negative entry from a boat with the BCD completely empty.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-45m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the strong currents and deep profile.
The depth ranges from 18 to 45 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this pinnacle, which is located 200 metres from shore.
The main hazards are the deep water and strong currents present at the pinnacle.
Diving at Hin Luang in Khao Lak requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Hin Luang in Khao Lak. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Hin Luang in Khao Lak are January, February, March, April, May, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Hin Luang in Khao Lak can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Hin Luang in Khao Lak typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.