

Best for beginner divers, 5-15m, boat entry, mild current.
Banana Bay is a beginner-friendly reef dive located in Koh Rang National Park. Reached exclusively by boat, the site features depths ranging from 5 to 15 metres with mild currents and visibility between 5 and 15 metres. The reef structure consists of both hard and soft corals. Divers should exercise caution regarding sharp coral and rocks, maintaining neutral buoyancy to avoid contact with the reef. The site is suitable for night diving, which requires booking through a local dive shop. Divers should follow all boat crew instructions during entry and exit to ensure safety near the hull and the shallow reef structure.
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Banana Bay dives well at night, when blue spotted stingrays and scorpionfish are more active and easier to spot against the reef. Book your night dive through the local dive shop and confirm the boat charter runs an evening departure.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-15m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-31°C
Current
Mild
Divers may encounter angelfish, blue spotted stingrays on sandy patches, scorpionfish, and barracuda.
Yes, this site is considered beginner-friendly and is accessible to those holding an Open Water certification.
The site offers depths ranging from 5 to 15 metres.
Banana Bay is a boat-only dive site; a boat charter is required to reach the location.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow reef structure is accessible by boat.
The primary hazards are sharp coral and rocks. Divers should maintain neutral buoyancy and be careful during boat entries and exits.
Diving at Banana bay in Ko Kood requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Banana bay in Ko Kood. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 31°C.
Banana bay in Ko Kood typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Banana bay in Ko Kood typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.