Hin Lak Ngam
Also known as: Koh Hin Ngam
Best time to dive
February to October; March to September; November to January
What you might see
- BarracudaLikely
- Whale sharkPeak season
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.
Snorkelling
Snorkel-friendly - Yes - hard coral reef comes close to the surface, good snorkeling around the rock outcrops
Safety notes
Fishing nets/lines snagged on the rocky pinnacles, current-driven surge against the rock faces, boat traffic at the surface, reduced viz during strong current phases
Permits & fees
Site lies within Mu Ko Chumphon National Park - a park entrance fee applies; exact foreigner/Thai rates not confirmed - VERIFY with operator
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Chumphon (Pak Nam)
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.