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Supports the open-water pinnacle feel and confirms that snorkelers view the site as a dream rather than a casual snorkel stop.
Hin Dot
Hin Dot is a multi-level Phi Phi pinnacle with fish action.
Scuba DivingBoatAdvanced3m - 28m
PinnacleReef
Local operator required
A local operator is the practical way to time the current window and keep the short boat ride aligned with conditions.
Boat-access pinnacle dive with stacked shelves, strong fish life, and current windows that reward confident, current-aware divers.
About Hin Dot
Hin Dot, also known as Chimney Rock, is a submerged pinnacle off Phi Phi Don with three stacked levels and a lot of fish action. The site feels like a compact open-water tower of coral and rock, with schools of jacks and snapper moving through the chimney-like structure. It is best for divers who are comfortable with current and enjoy a multi-level profile rather than a flat reef. Short boat rides and good timing make the dive shine when the water is moving but not too hard.
Safety & Access
Site Conditions
Boat trafficStrong current
Safety Notes
Treat Hin Dot as a current-aware boat dive; plan the run so the pinnacle is dived when the water is moving but still manageable.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; not a snorkel site and best for divers comfortable with current.
Legal Notes
Follow local boat-traffic rules near Tonsai Bay and any Phi Phi park instructions that apply to the run.
Where Is Hin Dot?
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Local Intel For Hin Dot
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Multi-level pinnacle with shelves at several depths and a strong fish-moving current when conditions line up.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive site; the multi-level pinnacle and current exposure favor scuba.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site; the pinnacles sit below the surface and are best appreciated underwater.
Wildlife at Hin Dot
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Research Estimate At Hin Dot
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Avg. Visibility10m
Access3/5 · Moderate entry effort
Coral4/5 · Healthy coral
Aquatic Life5/5 · Exceptional variety
Facilities3/5 · Basic facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentStrong current
SurgeLight surge
