

Best for advanced divers, 5-60m, boat entry, strong current.
Hin Daeng is a remote pinnacle and wall system located 70 kilometres from shore. The site features a dramatic drop-off with depths ranging from 5 to 60 metres, averaging 25 metres. Due to the exposed location, divers encounter strong currents and potential surf, making this an advanced dive site. Visibility varies between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures typically range from 26C to 29C, though thermoclines can create cooler layers at greater depths. Access is strictly by boat, and dives typically last 60 minutes. Divers must be prepared for deep diving conditions, including the risks of decompression and nitrogen narcosis.
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Accessible by boat from Koh Lanta.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-60m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Feb, Mar, Apr
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to strong currents, deep water, and exposed conditions.
The site ranges from 5 to 60 metres in depth, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 70 kilometres from the nearest shore.
This site is classified for diving and is generally unsuitable for snorkelling due to the depth and strong currents.
Hazards include strong currents, deep water, surf, low visibility, and the risks of decompression and nitrogen narcosis.
Diving at Hin Daeng in Koh Lanta requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Hin Daeng in Koh Lanta. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Hin Daeng in Koh Lanta are February, March, and April. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Hin Daeng in Koh Lanta can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Hin Daeng in Koh Lanta typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.