

Best for beginner divers, 5-25m, boat entry, mild current.
Hin Luk Bat is a pinnacle and reef site located 3000 metres from shore near the islands of Koh Chang. The site features a mix of natural reef and artificial structures, with depths ranging from 5 to 25 metres. It is suitable for beginners, though divers should remain close to their guide due to currents that can strengthen without warning. Visibility varies between 5 and 25 metres, and water temperatures remain warm, typically between 28C and 31C. Hazards include surge near the pinnacle, lionfish in crevices, and variable currents. Night diving is available, offering a different perspective of the reef structure. Boat access is required for all visits.
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Book a guided tour rather than an independent charter on your first visit, as the currents can shift and a local guide will know exactly where to position you on the pinnacle for the best conditions. Night diving here is worth considering, since the reef takes on a very different character after dark.
Situated west of Bang Bao Pier, a 20-minute boat journey.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-25m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Nov, Dec
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, groupers, rock cod, rabbitfish, cardinalfish, sergeants, and various butterflyfish and angelfish species.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, with depths starting at 5 metres allowing for practice in the shallows before exploring deeper sections.
The depth ranges from 5 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 14 metres.
This is a boat dive located 3000 metres from shore; a boat charter is required to reach the site.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow sections of the pinnacle are accessible, though boat support is necessary.
Diving at Hin Luk Bat in Bang Bao requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Hin Luk Bat in Bang Bao. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Hin Luk Bat in Bang Bao are January, February, March, April, May, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Hin Luk Bat in Bang Bao should be aware of lionfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Hin Luk Bat in Bang Bao typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Hin Luk Bat in Bang Bao typically ranges from 5 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.