

Best for beginner divers, 5-15m, boat entry, mild current.
Koh Yak Lek is a reef dive site located 3000 metres from shore in the Gulf of Thailand. Suitable for beginners, the site features depths ranging from 5 to 15 metres with an average of 10 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility between 5 and 15 metres. Access is by boat only, with typical dive times around 60 minutes. The reef structure contains sharp coral and rocks, requiring careful buoyancy control to avoid contact. Wearing a full wetsuit is recommended to prevent cuts from the reef. Conditions are generally stable year-round, though early morning visits often provide the calmest water and optimal visibility.
11.96674, 102.31009
Reach the site early in the morning when the water tends to be calmer and visibility is at its best. Ask your dive operator about current conditions on the day, as even mild currents can shift depending on tides.
30 minute boat trip from Koh Chang.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-15m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is well-suited to newly certified divers and those building confidence, featuring mild currents and depths between 5 and 15 metres.
Koh Yak Lek is boat access only and is located 3000 metres from shore.
The site ranges from 5 to 15 metres deep, with an average depth of 10 metres.
The reef contains sharp coral and rocks. Divers should maintain good buoyancy to avoid contact, as even a light brush can cause cuts.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Koh Yak Lek in Koh Chang. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Koh Yak Lek in Koh Chang are January, February, March, April, May, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Koh Yak Lek in Koh Chang typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Koh Yak Lek in Koh Chang typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.