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Southwest Pinnacle
Koh Tao pinnacle reef with coral-covered ridges and big fish.
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Boat-based Koh Tao pinnacle with exposed reef structure, coral gardens, and big-fish timing on calm days.
About Southwest Pinnacle
Southwest Pinnacle is a boat-access pinnacle reef southwest of Koh Tao with a steep, multi-pinnacle profile. The route wraps coral-covered ridges, anemones, and swim-throughs where divers look for snapper, barracuda, trevally, groupers, and seasonal whale sharks on the right day.
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Research Estimate At Southwest Pinnacle
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 10m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentLight current
SurgeStrong surge
Where Is Southwest Pinnacle?
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Southwest Pinnacle Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
4m - 30m
Depth Note
Reported depth range is about 4-30 m, with the top of the pinnacle around 5-6 m below the surface in some guide descriptions.
Best Season
April to July and September to October
Typical Conditions
Open-water pinnacle with about 10 m visibility, a deeper base, and calmer-day timing; the surface side can be exposed even when the underwater current is manageable.
Safety & Access At Southwest Pinnacle
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Waves
Safety Notes
Pick calm Gulf conditions and keep buoyancy tight near the ridges because the site is open and the profile runs to deeper water.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only from Koh Tao; rough-weather departures can be a no-go.
Legal Notes
Use licensed Koh Tao operators and follow boat-safety briefings.
Local Intel For Southwest Pinnacle
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best for boat-based scuba divers comfortable with open-water conditions and a mixed-depth pinnacle profile.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive site; the offshore pinnacle and depth range make it better for scuba.
Snorkeling
Not a primary snorkel site; the notable structure and marine life sit below the surface.
Wildlife at Southwest Pinnacle
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Southwest Pinnacle
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Southwest Pinnacle
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility10m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
