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Hin Wong Pinnacle
Koh Tao boat pinnacle with fan corals and rich reef life.
ScubaBoat EntryIntermediate
DeepPinnacleReef
Local operator required
Boat-only Koh Tao site; local operators choose the run based on east-side weather and sea state.
East-side Koh Tao boat dive for confident intermediate to advanced divers; current, visibility, and access can swing with weather.
About Hin Wong Pinnacle
Hin Wong Pinnacle is an east-side Koh Tao boat dive built around rocky pinnacles, boulders, and dense fan-coral coverage. It suits confident intermediate to advanced divers who want a more exposed profile, because current, visibility, and reach can shift with weather. The site is usually less visited than Koh Tao's better-known deep dives, but the marine life can be lively when conditions line up.
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Research Estimate At Hin Wong Pinnacle
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessModerate entry effort
Coral HealthHealthy coral
Marine LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CrowdedFew visitors
Current StrengthStrong current
Surge StrengthModerate surge
Where Is Hin Wong Pinnacle?
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Hin Wong Pinnacle Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 40m
Depth Note
Reported depth ranges run from about 10-40 m, with pinnacles starting near 10 m and deeper sections dropping past 30 m.
Best Season
Calmer east-side windows, especially when west winds shift diving to Koh Tao's east coast.
Typical Conditions
Rock pinnacles, boulders, fan corals, variable current, and changeable visibility.
Safety & Access At Hin Wong Pinnacle
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong currentLow visibility
Safety Notes
Treat the site as weather-sensitive: the run can tighten up, current can build, and visibility can drop when the east side is rough.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; same-day access depends on Koh Tao sea state and guide judgment.
Legal Notes
Follow local boat and site rules and use a licensed Koh Tao operator.
Local Intel For Hin Wong Pinnacle
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
Best for intermediate and advanced divers comfortable with variable current and a deeper pinnacle profile.
Freedive
Not a freedive-first site; the exposed profile and current make scuba the better fit.
Snorkel
Not a primary snorkel site; only the calmest upper water is suitable and conditions need to be very steady.
Hin Wong Pinnacle Dive Conditions Planner
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Wildlife at Hin Wong Pinnacle
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Recent Logged Visits At Hin Wong Pinnacle
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Avg. Visibility15m
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Hin Wong Pinnacle Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
idckohtao.com · Operator
Koh Tao operator page describing Hin Wong as east-side, less visited, and more challenging in monsoon winds.
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