

Best for beginner divers, 8-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Koh Bida Nok is a limestone island in the Andaman Sea featuring a diverse underwater landscape of reefs, walls, and caves. Suitable for beginners, the site offers depths ranging from 8 to 30 metres with an average of 15 metres. Access is by boat, and divers typically spend 50 minutes exploring the area. Visibility varies significantly from 5 to 30 metres. While currents are generally mild, they can strengthen without warning, so divers should remain near the wall or reef. Hazards include jellyfish, sea urchins, stonefish, and sharp coral. Wearing a full wetsuit is recommended for protection, and divers should avoid touching the substrate.
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Check the sandy base of the wall for leopard sharks and scan the blue water above the deeper sections for pelagics.
Boat access only. Day trip from Phi Phi Don or from Krabi and Phuket.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-30m
Visibility
5-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, Jun
Yes, the site is considered suitable for beginner divers due to the generally mild currents and varied topography.
The site ranges from 8 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Koh Bida Nok is located 20 kilometres from shore and requires boat access.
Divers should be aware of jellyfish, sea urchins, stonefish, and sharp coral. Additionally, currents can increase unexpectedly, requiring caution.
Diving at Koh Bida Nok in Phi Phi Don requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Koh Bida Nok in Phi Phi Don. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Koh Bida Nok in Phi Phi Don are March, April, and June. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Koh Bida Nok in Phi Phi Don typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Koh Bida Nok in Phi Phi Don typically ranges from 5 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.