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December 27, 2011 - posted by Thomas Reberholt, 0 comments, 0 reviews, 587 views, 0 likesLocation: koh taoSituated on the east side of Koh Tao is Hin Wong Pinnacle. This site comprises several large granite boulders covered with sea fans and whip corals, as well as filefish, shrimpfish, coral grouper and ... moreSituated on the east side of Koh Tao is Hin Wong Pinnacle. This site comprises several large granite boulders covered with sea fans and whip corals, as well as filefish, shrimpfish, coral grouper and many other reef fish. You may encounter the resident Green Turtle if you're lucky. The summit is a tabletop rock formation within about 10 metres of the surface and the maximum depth at Hin Wong is around 32 metres. -
December 27, 2011 - posted by Thomas Reberholt, 0 comments, 0 reviews, 457 views, 0 likesLocation: koh taoLocated to the north of Koh Tao the area around Mango Bay makes a nice relaxing dive. With depths ranging from 2 to 15 metres its ideal for beginners and snorkellers. Hard and soft coral formations he... moreLocated to the north of Koh Tao the area around Mango Bay makes a nice relaxing dive. With depths ranging from 2 to 15 metres its ideal for beginners and snorkellers. Hard and soft coral formations here are plentiful along with a variety of sponges and clams. The bay is only accessible by boat and makes a popular snorkellers day trip. Drop in further around the northwestern tip of the island and drift into the bay area to avoid the crowds. -
December 27, 2011 - posted by Thomas Reberholt, 0 comments, 0 reviews, 461 views, 0 likesLocation: koh taoOn the far side of Koh Nang Yuan starting at around 5 meters below the surface and dropping to a depth of 18 metres is Twin Peaks or just "Twins". This is an ideal site for beginners due to ... moreOn the far side of Koh Nang Yuan starting at around 5 meters below the surface and dropping to a depth of 18 metres is Twin Peaks or just "Twins". This is an ideal site for beginners due to its depth and ease of navigation. The rocks are embedded into white sand and there is no shortage of marine life here. A friendly pair of rare saddleback clownfish and be found to the western side of the larger of the Twins. -
December 27, 2011 - posted by Thomas Reberholt, 0 comments, 0 reviews, 494 views, 0 likesLocation: koh taoThis dive site is named after the ornate arrangement of coral boulders here. Situated on the east side of Koh Nang Yuan and with depths ranging from 2 to 12 meters it is suitable for snorkelers & ... moreThis dive site is named after the ornate arrangement of coral boulders here. Situated on the east side of Koh Nang Yuan and with depths ranging from 2 to 12 meters it is suitable for snorkelers & beginners. Plenty of staghorn and plate coral can be observed in the shallows. A popular drift dive can be done from Red Rock through a series of swimthroughs and emerging into Japanese Gardens for a relaxing safety stop amongst the myriad coral formations. -
December 27, 2011 - posted by Thomas Reberholt, 0 comments, 0 reviews, 490 views, 0 likesLocation: koh taoThis dive site is also refered to as Nang Yuan Pinnacle. It starts at around 2 metres and drops to 22. The pinnacle itself is nothing special and the main attractions to this site are the swimthroughs... moreThis dive site is also refered to as Nang Yuan Pinnacle. It starts at around 2 metres and drops to 22. The pinnacle itself is nothing special and the main attractions to this site are the swimthroughs. The entrance to the swimthrough can be found if you leave the pinnacle and head west towards Koh Nang Yuan. This is usually done as a drift dive down to Japanese Garden where you can relax for the safety stop. -
December 27, 2011 - posted by Thomas Reberholt, 0 comments, 0 reviews, 431 views, 0 likesLocation: koh taoGreen Rock offers several small swimthroughs, caves and crevices where marine life can be seen sheltering. The boulders range in depth from 5 metres down to around 32. There is often a strong current ... moreGreen Rock offers several small swimthroughs, caves and crevices where marine life can be seen sheltering. The boulders range in depth from 5 metres down to around 32. There is often a strong current here that you can use to drift around the submerged pinnacles so its not really recommended for inexperienced divers. You will certainly encounter Yellow Margin and Titan Trigger fish here as it forms a popular breeding ground for them ... so approach with caution. -
December 27, 2011 - posted by Thomas Reberholt, 0 comments, 0 reviews, 420 views, 0 likesLocation: koh taoIt was rumoured at the time of sinking in 1989 that the Unicorn was sunk on purpose as an insurance scam. The 60 metre long cargo vessel was reported to have a hold full of expensive tuna fish which t... moreIt was rumoured at the time of sinking in 1989 that the Unicorn was sunk on purpose as an insurance scam. The 60 metre long cargo vessel was reported to have a hold full of expensive tuna fish which turned out to be inexpensive dog food, hence the nickname it later aquired - the "dog food" wreck. Lying around 12km off Mango Bay and in 50 metres of water it is also a technical dive. Still mostly intact with the majority of the obtrusive fishing nets now removed some penetration is possible. The wreck is now home to some big red snappers and patrolling groupers. GPS coordinates are currently unavailable however as a rough guide the wreck is located around 20-25 minutes due north of Koh Tao travelling at 10 knots. less -
December 27, 2011 - posted by Thomas Reberholt, 0 comments, 0 reviews, 440 views, 0 likesLocation: koh taoSituated around 11km to the northwest of Koh Tao is one of the better regarded dive sites in the area. It consists of one large main pinnacle with several more smaller ones surrounding it, rising from... moreSituated around 11km to the northwest of Koh Tao is one of the better regarded dive sites in the area. It consists of one large main pinnacle with several more smaller ones surrounding it, rising from depths of around 35 to 15 meters. There are large underwater plateaus rich in branch corals, sea whips and barrel sponges and an exceptional presence of reef inhabitants and pelagic visitors. Chumphon Pinnacle is where you are most likely to spot the seasonally visiting whale sharks and occasionally manta rays. less
