

Best for beginner divers, 10-16m, boat entry, moderate current.
Hin Nok is a submerged pinnacle located at Koh Haa, Thailand. The site features a reef structure ranging from 10 to 16 metres in depth, with an average depth of 14 metres. Access is by boat only. Divers should be aware of moderate currents and maintain precise buoyancy control to avoid contact with sharp staghorn coral and rocky surfaces. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 20 metres. The site is suitable for beginners with an Open Water certification. Water temperatures remain consistent, ranging from 29C to 31C throughout the year.
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Go early in the morning when the current tends to be more manageable and visibility at its clearest. Keep a close eye on your buoyancy around the pinnacle, as the staghorn coral is fragile and the rocks are sharp.
The site is accessed by boat from Koh Lanta.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-16m
Visibility
10-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-31°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners with an Open Water certification, as the pinnacle sits at a comfortable depth of 10 to 16 metres.
The pinnacle ranges from 10 to 16 metres deep, with an average depth of 14 metres.
Hin Nok is a boat dive; a boat is required to reach the site.
Visibility generally ranges from 10 to 20 metres, and currents are typically moderate. Water temperatures are warm, ranging between 29C and 31C.
The pinnacle features sharp staghorn coral and rocky surfaces. Divers should maintain good buoyancy control to avoid contact with the reef.
Diving at Hin Nok in Koh Lanta requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Hin Nok in Koh Lanta. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Hin Nok in Koh Lanta are January, February, March, April, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.