

Best for beginner divers, 5-9m, boat entry, mild current.
Tao Tong is a mixed-environment site located at Koh Nang Yuan, Thailand, featuring a combination of muck substrate, artificial reef structures, and natural reef. With depths ranging from 5 to 9 metres, it is well-suited for beginner divers. The site experiences mild currents and visibility typically between 10 and 20 metres. Divers should be aware of entanglement risks posed by artificial reef structures and exercise caution around blue ringed octopus. Night diving is available at this location. Access is by boat only, and the use of a torch is recommended to observe small creatures within the muck substrate.
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Tao Tong is accessible by boat only, so arrange your operator in advance and confirm night dive availability if that interests you. Bring a torch even on daytime dives to peer into the muck substrate, where small creatures like nudibranchs and shrimps are easy to miss without one.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-9m
Visibility
10-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is well-suited for newly certified divers due to its shallow depths and manageable conditions.
The site features depths between 5 and 9 metres.
Tao Tong is accessible by boat only, requiring arrangements with a local operator.
Artificial reef structures present an entanglement risk, and blue ringed octopus are present, which are venomous and should not be touched.
Yes, night diving is available at Tao Tong, which offers a different perspective of the site.
Diving at Tao Tong in Koh Tao requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Tao Tong in Koh Tao. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
Tao Tong in Koh Tao typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Tao Tong in Koh Tao typically ranges from 10 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.