

Best for intermediate divers, 5-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Koh Rok Noi is a reef and drift dive site located in the Andaman Sea, suitable for intermediate divers. The topography features boulder corals, sea whips, and anemones, with depths ranging from 5 to 30 metres. Visibility typically reaches between 10 and 30 metres. Divers must access the site by boat, and moderate currents are common, requiring careful monitoring of conditions. Night diving is available, offering opportunities to observe nocturnal activity. Due to the potential for strengthening currents and the presence of sharp coral and rocks, divers should carry a surface marker buoy and maintain distance from the reef structure.
7.20750, 99.05140
Time your dive around slack water if you prefer a more relaxed experience, as the currents at Koh Rok Noi can push hard and make navigation trickier for those still building their drift diving confidence. A surface marker buoy is worth having clipped to you before you enter, given the boat-only access and potential for current.
Easily reached by speedboat from Koh Lanta, with journey times of 50-60 minutes.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-31°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the moderate currents and drift diving conditions.
The site ranges from 5 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located 25 kilometres from the shore.
Water temperatures at the site range from 29C to 31C throughout the year.
Divers should be cautious of sharp coral and rocks, strong currents that can strengthen quickly, and the presence of sharks.
Diving at Koh Rok Noi 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 Koh Rok Noi in Koh Lanta. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Koh Rok Noi in Koh Lanta are January, February, March, April, May, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.