

Best for beginner divers, 5-25m, boat entry, mild current.
Ao Nui offers a combination of shallow reef and wall topography, making it suitable for beginner divers. The site features a shallow reef starting at 5 metres, which transitions into a wall dropping to a maximum depth of 25 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Access is by boat, and the site is suitable for night diving. Hazards include jellyfish and sharks; divers are advised to wear a full wetsuit and stay close to their guide, particularly near the wall section where depths increase rapidly. Guided tours are recommended to locate specific marine life inhabiting the soft corals and sea fans.
7.76240, 98.76040
Book a guided tour rather than going independently on a boat charter, as the guides know exactly where to find the ghost pipefish and seahorses, which are easy to miss if you don't know where to look. Night dives here can be particularly rewarding, so ask your operator about availability.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
5-25m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Divers may encounter seahorses, ghost pipefish, pufferfish, boxfish, and moray eels among the reef and wall sections.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, offering a comfortable introduction to both shallow reef and wall environments with mild currents.
The site ranges from 5 metres in the shallow reef areas to a maximum depth of 25 metres along the wall, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Ao Nui is a boat dive located 2000 metres from the shore, requiring a boat for access.
Yes, night diving is available at this site. You should check with your operator regarding availability.
Diving at Ao Nui in Phi Phi Don requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Ao Nui in Phi Phi Don. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
Divers at Ao Nui in Phi Phi Don should be aware of jellyfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Ao Nui in Phi Phi Don typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Ao Nui in Phi Phi Don typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.