Chip Chip Wreck is Koh Tao’s offshore advanced wreck dive.
Chip Chip Wreck is Koh Tao’s offshore advanced wreck dive.
A boat operator is the practical way to reach and plan this deep offshore wreck.
Chip Chip Wreck is a deep offshore wreck west of Koh Tao that is only suitable for advanced divers. The long boat run and open-water exposure matter as much as the wreck itself, so it reads more like a serious blue-water excursion than a casual local dive.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Depth Note
Deep offshore wreck with an advanced-only profile and a long west-bound boat run.
Best Season
Late summer and early autumn are usually the calmer window in the Western Gulf Islands.
Typical Conditions
Deep open-water wreck with variable current, moderate visibility, and a long west-bound boat run.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Only suitable for advanced divers; plan the dive as an offshore wreck with blue-water exposure and a long transit.
Access Restrictions
Boat-only access; use an operator that can support deep wreck diving.
Legal Notes
Follow operator guidance and certification limits for deep wreck diving.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Advanced-only deep wreck dive with a long boat transit and open-water exposure.
Freediving
Not a freedive site; the wreck is too deep and boat-dependent for a freedive objective.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkeling site; this is a boat-only scuba wreck.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
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