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อ่าวแม่ยาย : Ao Mae Yai
Sheltered Surin Islands bay with calm water and shallow coral gardens.
Local operator required
A local operator is useful for park timing, anchoring, and choosing a calm-water stop.
Boat-accessed national-park bay for calm-water snorkeling, freediving, and easy reef dives in the open season.
About อ่าวแม่ยาย : Ao Mae Yai
Ao Mae Yai is the large sheltered bay on Surin Nuea Island, reached by boat inside Mu Ko Surin National Park. The bay has calm water, shallow coral gardens, and a relaxed reef profile that suits snorkeling, freediving, and easy scuba when the park is open. It is best treated as a calm-water coral stop rather than a current-heavy site, with park rules and the seasonal closure shaping the plan.
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Research Estimate At อ่าวแม่ยาย : Ao Mae Yai
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessSimple entry
CoralPristine, vibrant coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is อ่าวแม่ยาย : Ao Mae Yai?
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อ่าวแม่ยาย : Ao Mae Yai Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
1.2m - 3m
Depth Note
The coral garden stays very shallow across the bay.
Best Season
mid-October to mid-May
Typical Conditions
Calm waves, safe anchorage, clear shallow water, and a broad coral garden.
Safety & Access At อ่าวแม่ยาย : Ao Mae Yai
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Boat traffic
Safety Notes
Watch for boat lines and anchoring, avoid coral contact, and keep to calm-water conditions.
Access Restrictions
Mu Ko Surin National Park access is seasonal; plan around the open season and park rules.
Legal Notes
The bay is inside a protected national park and is subject to annual closure and park controls.
Local Intel For อ่าวแม่ยาย : Ao Mae Yai
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Shallow, calm water makes this a good easy-reef or check-dive stop when the park is open.
Freediving
Shallow coral and calm conditions make freediving practical in the open season.
Snorkeling
One of the better snorkel stops in the Surin Islands, with coral close to the surface and clear water.
Wildlife at อ่าวแม่ยาย : Ao Mae Yai
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At อ่าวแม่ยาย : Ao Mae Yai
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Dive Spot Log Averages At อ่าวแม่ยาย : Ao Mae Yai
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