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Chumphon Pinnacle
Offshore Koh Tao pinnacle with fish schools and whale sharks.
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Boat-access offshore Koh Tao pinnacle with strong current, soft coral, and pelagic traffic.
About Chumphon Pinnacle
Chumphon Pinnacle is an offshore Koh Tao pinnacle reached by boat, with a steep main rock that attracts schools of fish and seasonal pelagic visitors. Strong current and open-water exposure make it a more advanced site, but the top of the structure still delivers classic pinnacle scenery and heavy fish action.
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Research Estimate At Chumphon Pinnacle
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentStrong current
SurgeModerate surge
Where Is Chumphon Pinnacle?
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Chumphon Pinnacle Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
14m - 45m
Depth Note
The main pinnacle shallows to around 14 m, while the deeper base runs to about 45 m.
Best Season
March to October
Typical Conditions
Offshore pinnacle diving with strong current, seasonally very clear water, and large-school or pelagic action around the main rock.
Safety & Access At Chumphon Pinnacle
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong currentWaves
Safety Notes
Stay within training limits, keep buoyancy tight, and plan gas carefully because the deeper sections and current are a defining part of the site.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only from Koh Tao; offshore trips depend on weather and supervision.
Legal Notes
Use licensed operators, follow boat briefings, and treat whale-shark encounters as pass-by sightings rather than targets.
Local Intel For Chumphon Pinnacle
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best for intermediate-to-advanced scuba divers comfortable with open-water current and deeper slopes.
Freediving
Freediving is only a niche use case on the shallow crest; the site is primarily a scuba pinnacle.
Snorkeling
Not a practical snorkel site; the main features are offshore and below the surface.
Wildlife at Chumphon Pinnacle
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Chumphon Pinnacle
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Chumphon Pinnacle
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
