

Best for beginner divers, 5-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Koh Mapring is a reef site located in Koh Rang National Park, offering depths between 5 and 18 metres with an average of 12 metres. The site is well-suited for beginners due to mild currents and manageable depths. Access is by boat only. Visibility fluctuates significantly, ranging from 3 to 25 metres. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of sea urchins present on the reef and avoid contact with the surface. A typical dive lasts 45 minutes. The site rewards slow, methodical exploration, particularly in shallower sections where smaller marine life can be observed. Always consult your operator regarding recent visibility conditions before departure.
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Take your time on the bottom and scan the reef closely at low depth before descending further, as many of the smaller creatures like gobies and shrimps hide in plain sight near the shallower sections. Visibility can fluctuate considerably at this site, so ask your operator about recent conditions before the trip.
Accessible by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-18m
Visibility
3-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is well-suited for newly certified open water divers due to the mild currents and depths ranging from 5 to 18 metres.
The reef depths range from 5 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Yes, Koh Mapring is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
Access to Koh Mapring is by boat only.
Sea urchins are present on the reef. Avoid placing hands or feet on the reef surface and descend carefully from the boat.
Diving at Koh Mapring in Bang Bao requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Koh Mapring in Bang Bao. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Koh Mapring in Bang Bao are January, February, March, April, May, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Koh Mapring in Bang Bao typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Koh Mapring in Bang Bao typically ranges from 3 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.