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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.
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Hin Dot
Hin Dot is a multi-level Phi Phi pinnacle with fish action.
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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.
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Research Estimate At Hin Dot
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 10m
AccessModerate entry effort
Coral HealthHealthy coral
Marine LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CrowdedFew visitors
Current StrengthStrong current
Surge StrengthLight surge
Where Is Hin Dot?
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Hin Dot Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
3m - 28m
Depth Note
Published guides describe three stacked levels around 3, 12, and 15 m, with the main pinnacle dropping to about 28 m.
Best Season
Year-round; calmer sea days are best.
Typical Conditions
Boat-access pinnacle with stacked shelves, strong fish action, and current that can range from mild to strong.
Safety & Access At Hin Dot
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
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.
Local Intel For Hin Dot
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
Multi-level pinnacle with shelves at several depths and a strong fish-moving current when conditions line up.
Freedive
Not a primary freedive site; the multi-level pinnacle and current exposure favor scuba.
Snorkel
Not a snorkel site; the pinnacles sit below the surface and are best appreciated underwater.
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Wildlife at Hin Dot
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Hin Dot Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Hin Dot Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
www.dive-the-world.com · Travel Guide
Confirms the three pinnacles, short boat ride from Tonsai Bay, and the schooling-fish / coral / shark profile.
www.godive-lanta.com · Operator
Describes Hin Dot as a submerged pinnacle with three shelves at 3, 12, and 15 m and strong fish action.
www.kohlantadivers.com · Operator
Adds the overlooked-by-boats character and the shark and anemonefish signals.
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