

Best for beginner divers, 5-20m, boat entry, mild current.
Whaleback Rock at Koh Bon is a reef and pinnacle site offering depths between 5 and 20 metres. This location is accessible only by boat and is suitable for beginner divers. Underwater conditions are generally mild, with visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures remain consistent throughout the year, typically between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius. Divers should be aware of potential hazards including boat traffic, jellyfish, sea urchins, and sharp coral. Facilities available at the site include equipment rental, air fills, and guided tours.
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The western ridge is the number one place in Thailand to see Manta Rays, which gather there to be cleaned by butterflyfish.
Accessible via liveaboard trips departing from Khao Lak or Phuket.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-20m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec
Yes, this site is suitable for beginner divers.
The site features depths ranging from 5 to 20 metres.
Access to this site requires a boat.
Divers should watch for boat traffic, jellyfish, sea urchins, and sharp coral.
The site provides parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, air fills, equipment rental, and boat charters.
Diving at Whaleback Rock in Khao Lak requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Whaleback Rock in Khao Lak. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Whaleback Rock in Khao Lak. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Whaleback Rock 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.
Whaleback Rock in Khao Lak typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Whaleback Rock in Khao Lak typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.