

Best for intermediate divers, 1-25m, shore & boat entry, moderate current.
Monkey Beach, also known as Yong Gasem Bay, is located on Ko Phi Phi Don Island. This site features a combination of natural reef and artificial reef structures, reaching depths of 1 to 25 metres with an average of 10 metres. Divers and snorkellers can encounter various marine life, including giant moray, wrasses, groupers, eightband butterflyfish, bluestreak cleaner wrasse, swarthy parrotfish, moorish idol, melon butterflyfish, copperband butterflyfish, pacific bullethead parrotfish, striped surgeonfish, checkerboard wrasse, moon wrasse, and sea stars. Access is by boat, and the site is suitable for intermediate skill levels. Be aware of boat traffic, sharp coral, and moderate currents. Night diving is available at this location.
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Explore the eastern part of the reef, as the coral is far denser there than on the western side.
Accessible by boat tour, renting a kayak from Loh Dalam Bay, or walking along the shoreline at low tide.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 25m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore & Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-31°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Divers and snorkellers can observe giant moray, various wrasses, groupers, butterflyfish, parrotfish, surgeonfish, and sea stars.
The site is rated for intermediate skill levels due to moderate currents and potential hazards like sharp coral and boat traffic.
The depth ranges from 1 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Access to the site requires a boat, as it is situated approximately 700 metres from the shore.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling, holding a snorkel rating of 4 out of 5.
Diving at Monkey Beach in Ko Phi Phi requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Monkey Beach in Ko Phi Phi. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 31°C.
Expect moderate currents at Monkey Beach in Ko Phi Phi. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Monkey Beach in Ko Phi Phi typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.