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Advanced rating, 14-40 m depth band, morning boat runs, fish list and visibility/current notes.
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Chumphon Pinnacle
Offshore Koh Tao pinnacle with big fish and current.
ScubaBoat EntryAdvanced
PinnacleReef
Local operator required
Boat logistics and current-sensitive timing are typically handled by Koh Tao dive operators.
Boat-based offshore pinnacle with blue-water exposure, current-sensitive timing and a fish-heavy payoff for confident divers.
About Chumphon Pinnacle
Chumphon Pinnacle is Koh Tao's offshore granite pinnacle, a blue-water site shaped by satellite rocks, schooling fish and current-driven action. It suits divers who want a committed boat trip, current-aware planning and a dive that can change character quickly with weather and sea state. The payoff is a high-energy profile that rewards calm gas management and a guide who can work the changing conditions.
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Research Estimate At Chumphon Pinnacle
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessModerate entry effort
Coral HealthMixed health
Marine LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CrowdedQuite busy
Current StrengthStrong current
Surge StrengthLight surge
Where Is Chumphon Pinnacle?
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Chumphon Pinnacle Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
14m - 36m
Depth Note
Top of the main pinnacle is at 14 m; the bottom reaches 36 m.
Best Season
January to May for the most reliable offshore conditions; trips still run when weather cooperates year-round.
Typical Conditions
Offshore granite pinnacle with blue water, schools of fish, manageable-but-variable current and clear days that can turn quickly.
Safety & Access At Chumphon Pinnacle
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong current
Safety Notes
Plan the dive around current and gas, and treat the site as a current-sensitive offshore pinnacle rather than a relaxed reef.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; guided Koh Tao day trips are the normal approach.
Legal Notes
No special site-specific restriction is documented; follow standard boat-dive and wildlife-protection rules.
Local Intel For Chumphon Pinnacle
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
Boat-first offshore pinnacle diving with a structured line around the rock and a strong payoff for confident, current-aware divers.
Freedive
Not a strong freedive target because the site is offshore, deep and current-sensitive.
Snorkel
Not a snorkel-focused site; the main action sits below the surface around the submerged pinnacle.
Chumphon Pinnacle Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Chumphon Pinnacle
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Wildlife at Chumphon Pinnacle
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Recent Logged Visits At Chumphon Pinnacle
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Chumphon Pinnacle
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Avg. Visibility15m
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Chumphon Pinnacle Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Chumphon Pinnacle Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
www.blackturtledive.com · Blog
Chumphon Pinnacle popularity and whale-shark draw in the Koh Tao offshore circuit.
www.scuba-guide.com · Guide
Boat access, advanced-open-water fit, seasonal guidance and the core marine-life list.
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