Thailand · Koh Bon
Koh Bon Ridge
Also known as: West Ridge
Best time to dive
Season varies - confirm locally
What you might see
- Eagle rayLikely
- Grey reef sharkPossible
- Manta rayLikely
- Moray eelPossible
- Sea turtlePossible
- 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 - the shallow shelf is one of the better manta-encounter snorkel spots in the region when conditions allow
Safety notes
Strong currents, surge on the shallow terrace, boat traffic
Permits & fees
Mu Ko Similan National Park fee: 500 THB foreigner adult, 250 THB foreigner child (3-14); park closed 16 May-14 Oct
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Khao Lak
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.