

Best for beginner divers, 10-20m, boat entry, mild current.
Kong Yai is a reef and pinnacle site located within Ang Thong Marine Park. Accessible only by boat from Koh Samui, the site features depths ranging from 10 to 20 metres, with an average of 14 metres. Conditions are generally manageable with mild currents, though currents can strengthen unexpectedly around the pinnacle. Visibility typically ranges between 5 and 10 metres. Due to the variable visibility, divers should remain close to their guide and use the reef structure as a reference point. The site is suitable for beginners and supports night diving. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, groupers, butterflyfish, and various reef-associated fish and invertebrates.
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Visibility at Kong Yai can shift quickly, so an early morning dive departure from Koh Samui tends to catch calmer, clearer conditions before afternoon weather builds. Check current conditions with the dive shop on the day, as currents can strengthen unexpectedly around the pinnacle.
20 min boat ride from the west coast of Koh Phangan.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-20m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Year-round
While specific sightings vary, species recorded around this area include wrasses, groupers, butterflyfish, and various reef-associated fish and invertebrates.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its manageable depths and generally mild currents.
The site ranges from 10 to 20 metres in depth, with an average depth of 14 metres.
Kong Yai is a boat-only dive site located 56 kilometres from the shore.
The site is primarily a dive location; check with your local dive shop regarding snorkelling suitability.
Visibility can drop with little warning, and currents can strengthen around the pinnacle. If you feel the water pulling you, signal your guide and move toward the sheltered side of the reef.
Diving at Kong Yai in Ko Pha Ngan requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Kong Yai in Ko Pha Ngan. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Kong Yai in Ko Pha Ngan are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Kong Yai in Ko Pha Ngan typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Kong Yai in Ko Pha Ngan typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.