

Best for intermediate divers, 5-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Hin Dot is a submerged pinnacle located in the Andaman Sea, rising from deeper water to within 5 metres of the surface. The site reaches depths of 30 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Divers experience visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. While currents are typically mild, they can intensify with little warning, requiring careful monitoring of your position relative to the structure. Boat access is required to reach this site, which is situated 56 kilometres from shore. Due to active boat traffic, divers must deploy a surface marker buoy before ascending. This site is suited for intermediate divers.
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Position yourself early on the up-current side of the pinnacle so you can drift along the structure naturally rather than fighting back to the mooring. Boat traffic around Phi Phi is busy, so always ascend with a surface marker buoy and stay close to the shot line.
Located just outside Tonsai Bay. Access is from the shore.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Year-round
The site is rated for intermediate divers, as currents can intensify unexpectedly and the depth profile requires good buoyancy control.
The pinnacle rises to within 5 metres of the surface and reaches depths of 30 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Hin Dot is a boat-only dive site located 56 kilometres from the shore.
Hazards include active boat traffic, deep water, and currents that can intensify with little warning.
Diving at Hin Dot in Koh Phi Phi requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Hin Dot in Koh Phi Phi. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Hin Dot in Koh Phi Phi 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.
Hin Dot in Koh Phi Phi typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Hin Dot in Koh Phi Phi typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.