Koh Rin

Best time to dive

January to December; November to April

What you might see

• BarracudaPossible
• Moray eelLikely
• NudibranchLikely
• Sea turtleLikely
• Whale sharkPossible

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 - shallow reef shelf and anemone garden area suit snorkeling from the boat

Safety notes

Localized strong currents at the cape tip and channel, boat traffic requiring SMB use, rocky ledges/drop-offs at depth

Permits & fees

Samaesan/Koh Rin lies within the Sattahip naval exercise area and near Mu Ko Samae San - trips run through licensed operators with boat clearance; some operators note a small local park/area fee (~100 THB), not separately confirmed for Koh Rin

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Sattahip (Samaesan)