

Best for advanced divers, 12-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Chumphon Pinnacle is a large granite formation located 11 kilometres from Koh Tao. The site features a main pinnacle with a significant fissure at the southern end and a swim-through located at the base of the central buoy line. Depths range from 12 to 40 metres, with an average of 22 metres. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents and a thermocline between 25 and 30 metres. Visibility varies from 10 to 40 metres. Due to the depth and potential for strong currents, this site is suitable for advanced divers. Boat access is required. Hazards include boat traffic, sharp coral, and the presence of lionfish, stonefish, and sharks.
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Adding Nitrox to your dive plan is a recommended choice to extend bottom time at this deep site.
The site is located approximately 5 to 12 kilometres offshore and requires a 30 to 45 minute boat journey from Koh Tao or Koh Nangyuan.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12-40m
Visibility
10-40m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Mar, May, Aug, Oct
Species recorded around this area include blue ringed angelfish, bluespotted fantail rays, titan triggerfish, harlequin sweetlips, wrasses, groupers, blacktip grouper, blue-barred parrotfish, magnificent giant anemone, rock cod, pink skunk anemonefish, sling-jaw wrasse, golden butterflyfish, and longfin bannerfish.
No, this site is rated for advanced divers due to the depth, potential for strong currents, and the presence of a thermocline.
The depth ranges from 12 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 22 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 11 kilometres from the shore.
The best months to visit are March, May, August, and October.
Diving at Chumphon Pinnacle in Koh Tao requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced, Deep, Nitrox. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Chumphon Pinnacle in Koh Tao. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Chumphon Pinnacle in Koh Tao. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
Divers at Chumphon Pinnacle in Koh Tao should be aware of lionfish, stonefish, sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Expect moderate currents at Chumphon Pinnacle in Koh Tao. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Chumphon Pinnacle in Koh Tao typically ranges from 10 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.