

Best for beginner divers, 0-20m, shore entry, moderate current.
Koh Kwang at Phi Phi Leh provides a diverse underwater environment featuring a combination of reef, wall, and cave topography. Suitable for beginners, the site ranges from the surface to a maximum depth of 20 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. Divers and snorkellers access the water directly from the shore. Visibility typically spans 10 to 25 metres, and water temperatures remain warm throughout the year. While the site is accessible, be aware that currents can be moderate and may build quickly. The cave is a defined overhead environment requiring specialist training to enter. On-site facilities include toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a cafe.
8.05230, 98.74840
Arrive earlier in the morning when the current tends to be gentler and visibility is at its best before any surface chop picks up. The site has toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a cafe on site, so there is no need to rush off after your dive.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 20m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
60 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though divers should be mindful of moderate currents that can build quickly.
The site ranges from the surface down to 20 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Koh Kwang is a shore entry site.
Yes, Koh Kwang is suitable for both diving and snorkelling.
Hazards include moderate currents that can build quickly and an overhead cave environment that should not be entered without specialist training.
Diving at Koh Kwang in Ban Ao Nang requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Koh Kwang in Ban Ao Nang. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
Expect moderate currents at Koh Kwang in Ban Ao Nang. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Koh Kwang in Ban Ao Nang typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.