Moderate depths, coral gardens, and a vibrant marine ecosystem.
Shallow coral island off Phu Quoc
Shallow coral island off Phu Quoc
Kim Quy Island is a shallow An Thoi reef island off Phu Quoc, with coral gardens, clear water, and plenty of small reef life around the shallows. It works best as a calm-weather boat trip, with snorkeling and easy scuba in the lighter water and a guide plan that can flex if the sea changes. The trip is strongest when you can spend time on the coral shallows instead of chasing a tight schedule, because the weather and crossing can shift quickly.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
1m - 16m
Depth Note
A shallow coral reef and coral gardens down to about 16 m.
Best Season
November to April
Typical Conditions
Calm seas, clear water, and good underwater visibility are common in the dry season; rainy-season winds can affect boat and canoe schedules.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Bring motion-sickness medicine if needed, and keep the schedule flexible because the operator may move the trip if weather or sea conditions change.
Access Restrictions
Boat or canoe access depends on weather; confirm the departure and use a local guide or operator.
Legal Notes
Use a local guide or operator and follow the trip briefing, since sea conditions can change the route.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The coral shallows make this a good calm-water boat dive, with easy reef viewing when the sea is settled.
Freediving
The shallow reef is workable for free-diving in calm weather, especially with a guide.
Snorkeling
Shallow coral gardens and clear water make snorkeling a natural fit in calm weather.
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.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Moderate depths, coral gardens, and a vibrant marine ecosystem.
Best time is the dry season, with clear visibility; rainy-season winds can affect boat or canoe travel.
Kim Quy Island is about 11 km off Phu Quoc, with pristine waters and snorkeling/scuba activities; dry season is the best window.
Depth 1-12 m, snorkeling/scuba/free-diving, and a professional guide or good operator are recommended.
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