

Best for intermediate divers, 5-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Koh Bang Nuea features a diverse underwater topography comprising a shallow reef, a drop-off, and a pinnacle. Located 20 kilometres from shore, this site is accessible by boat and offers depths ranging from 5 to 30 metres with an average of 15 metres. Conditions include mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Divers should exercise caution regarding sharp coral and boat traffic, particularly when surfacing near the pinnacle. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, anemonefish, butterflyfish, and parrotfish. This site is suited for intermediate divers who should maintain good buoyancy control to navigate the varied structures safely.
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Watch for boat traffic when surfacing, particularly around the pinnacle, so deploy your SMB before ascending. Current can pick up quickly at the drop-off edge, so stay aware of your position relative to the structure.
Most dive centres operate from traditional longtail boats that depart directly from the beach. Depending on tides, you might need to wade through shallow water to board.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Water Temp
29-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, Ocellaris Anemonefish, Clark's Anemonefish, various butterflyfish, Pacific Bullethead Parrotfish, and porcupinefish.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the potential for currents to pick up at the drop-off edge and the need for precise buoyancy control around sharp coral.
The site ranges from 5 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a boat-access site located 20 kilometres from the shore.
Hazards include boat traffic, sharp coral, and strong currents that can develop near the pinnacle and drop-off edge.
Diving at เกาะบางเหนือ in Koh Lipe requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at เกาะบางเหนือ in Koh Lipe. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit เกาะบางเหนือ in Koh Lipe are January, February, March, April, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
เกาะบางเหนือ in Koh Lipe typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at เกาะบางเหนือ in Koh Lipe typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.