

Best for beginner divers, 5-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Lohsamah Bay in Phuket, Thailand, offers a diverse underwater landscape featuring a combination of reef, wall, and canyon structures. The site is accessible by boat and is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 5 to 30 metres and an average depth of 15 metres. Conditions are generally mild with visibility between 5 and 25 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, typically between 29 and 31 degrees Celsius. Night diving is permitted at this location. Due to active boat traffic in the bay, divers should use a surface marker buoy when ascending. Exercise caution near the reef walls and canyon features, as the coral and rocks are sharp.
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Boat traffic around the bay can be busy, so stay close to your dive guide when surfacing and use a surface marker buoy to make yourself visible. Check locally for current facility information before you go, as this can change seasonally.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, offering a forgiving environment with mild currents and a varied topography that allows divers to stay in shallower water to build confidence.
The depth at this site ranges from 5 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
No, boat access is required to reach Lohsamah Bay, which is located approximately 9500 metres from the shore.
Yes, Lohsamah Bay is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
Diving at Lohsamah Bay in Koh Phi Phi requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Lohsamah Bay in Koh Phi Phi. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 31°C.
Lohsamah Bay in Koh Phi Phi typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Lohsamah Bay in Koh Phi Phi typically ranges from 5 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.