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All-year-round protection, 5-15 m visibility, shallow reef, and Saxophone Bay turtles and nudibranchs.
Photo from Secret Seahorse
Local operator required
Under Thai law.
A sheltered Koh Larn reef with shallow bommies, a long easy slope, and enough relief for scuba, freediving, and snorkeling.
About Saxophone
Saxophone Bay at Koh Larn is one of Pattaya’s most versatile "Near Island" dive sites, perfect for those who appreciate marine diversity and relaxed conditions. Located on the southwest side of the island, it gets its name from the unique shape of the bay's coastline. The Saxophone Experience * Vibrant Topography: The site features a long, shallow reef dominated by massive starry corals and large boulder bommies. As you move along the coast, the reef gradually slopes from 3m to 18m, making it ideal for both scuba and freediving training. * Premium Marine Life: Keep your eyes peeled for Hawksbill turtles, which are frequent residents here. The sandy channels between coral patches are prime spots for spotting Blue-spotted Ribbontail rays and camouflaged Nudibranchs. * The "Secret" Resident: For those with a keen eye, Saxophone Bay is one of the best spots to find Seahorses clinging to the soft corals and fans. * Optimal Conditions: Sheltered from strong northerly winds, it offers calm waters and visibility ranging from 5m to 15m year-round.
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Research Estimate At Saxophone
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 10m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Saxophone?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Saxophone Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
3m - 20m
Depth Note
A long shallow reef with coral bommies and a finger reef that drops to about 15 m; most of the action sits in the shallower band.
Best Season
Year-round, with the calmest and clearest windows in the dry season.
Typical Conditions
A sheltered near-island reef with calm water, good year-round protection, and a long shallow slope that stays interesting for training dives.
Safety & Access At Saxophone
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficSharp coral
Safety Notes
Keep an eye on surface traffic, avoid brushing the coral bommies, and give marine life space in the shallow reef lanes.
Access Restrictions
Usually visited as part of the Koh Larn near-islands circuit rather than as a standalone shore entry.
Local Intel For Saxophone
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A relaxed reef with coral bommies and enough structure to stay interesting on repeat dives.
Freediving
The long shallow reef and calm water make it one of the better freedive-training profiles on Koh Larn.
Snorkeling
The shallow reef edge stays interesting for snorkelers when the water is calm.
Wildlife at Saxophone
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Saxophone
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Saxophone
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility10m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
