

Hin Tao is a reef dive site located in the Andaman Sea off Phuket, Thailand. Accessible only by boat, this site is suitable for beginner divers due to its generally shallow and calm waters. Divers can encounter a variety of marine life, including common wrasses, blackspotted pufferfish, ocellaris anemonefish, melon butterflyfish, groupers, and moorish idols. Less frequently, divers may spot zebra sharks, titan triggerfish, sea kraits, giant moray eels, zebra lionfish, indian lionfish, and pharaoh cuttlefish. Water temperatures range from 29 to 31 degrees Celsius. As currents at this site can be variable, it is recommended to check conditions with your boat operator before descending.
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Check with your boat operator about current conditions before descending, as currents at this site can be variable and will affect your comfort in the water. Facilities are limited, so confirm what equipment and provisions are available locally before you head out.
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No known hazards
Recorded at this site
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-31°C
Divers regularly encounter wrasses, blackspotted pufferfish, ocellaris anemonefish, melon butterflyfish, groupers, and moorish idols. Less common sightings include zebra sharks, titan triggerfish, sea kraits, giant moray eels, zebra lionfish, indian lionfish, and pharaoh cuttlefish.
Yes, Hin Tao is considered suitable for beginner divers due to its shallow and calm conditions.
Hin Tao is a boat dive site and requires a boat for access.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow nature of the reef may allow for snorkelling depending on current conditions.
Water temperatures at Hin Tao range between 29 and 31 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at หินเต่า in Phi Phi Don. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 31°C.