

Best for intermediate divers, 8-40m, boat entry, strong current.
North Point at Koh Bon is a diverse marine site featuring a combination of reef, wall, and pinnacle topography. Accessible only by boat, this site is suited for intermediate divers due to strong currents and potential surf. Depths range from 8 to 40 metres, with an average of 18 metres. Visibility is generally high, between 20 and 40 metres. Water temperatures typically range from 27 to 30°C, though occasional cold water masses can cause drops to 23-25°C below 15 metres. Divers frequently encounter wrasses, while unicornfish, wedgetail triggerfish, redlip parrotfish, melon butterflyfish, striped surgeonfish, sixband parrotfish, triggerfish, moorish idol, vagabond butterflyfish, and grunt are also recorded here.
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Begin your dive exploring the deeper boulder formations early whilst nitrogen loading is minimal, then gradually ascend towards the reef areas.
Accessible via liveaboard or day trip boat from Khao Lak.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-40m
Visibility
20-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec
Divers commonly encounter wrasses. Other species recorded at the site include unicornfish, wedgetail triggerfish, redlip parrotfish, melon butterflyfish, striped surgeonfish, sixband parrotfish, triggerfish, moorish idol, vagabond butterflyfish, and grunt.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the presence of strong currents and surf.
The site has a depth range of 8 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
North Point requires boat access as it is located 70 kilometres from the shore.
The site is primarily a dive location with strong currents and significant depths, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at North Point in Khao Lak requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at North Point in Khao Lak. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit North Point in Khao Lak are January, February, March, April, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
North Point in Khao Lak can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at North Point in Khao Lak typically ranges from 20 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.