

Best for intermediate divers, 14-32m, boat entry, moderate current.
Hin ao yai is a submerged pinnacle located in Koh Rang National Park. The site features a topography that drops from 14 metres to a maximum depth of 32 metres. It is a boat-access site suited for intermediate divers due to moderate currents that can shift with little warning. Visibility fluctuates between 5 and 20 metres. Divers should monitor air and no-decompression limits closely, as the depth requires careful planning. Hazards include sharp coral, potential entanglement, and strong currents. Always brief with your divemaster regarding current conditions and plan your descent on the up-current side of the pinnacle to maintain control throughout the dive.
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Current direction and strength at Hin ao yai can shift with little warning, so brief with your divemaster on the day and plan your descent on the up-current side of the pinnacle to stay in control throughout the dive.
Requires boat access with an upcurrent approach.
Recorded at this site
Depth
14-32m
Visibility
5-20m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Feb, Mar
The site ranges from 14 metres to a maximum depth of 32 metres.
No, this site is suited for intermediate divers and requires Advanced Open Water certification.
Hin ao yai is a boat-access site with no shore entry option.
Hazards include deep water, strong currents, sharp coral, and the risk of entanglement from loose gear.
Diving at Hin ao yai in Koh Kood requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Hin ao yai in Koh Kood. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Hin ao yai in Koh Kood are February and March. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Hin ao yai in Koh Kood. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Hin ao yai in Koh Kood typically ranges from 5 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.