Operator page with site location, season, visibility, currents, certification and marine life.
Boat-access wreck on Koh Tao's east coast.
Boat-access wreck on Koh Tao's east coast.
Boat access and wreck penetration are best handled with a local guide.
HTMS Hanhak Sattru 312 is a purpose-sunk Royal Thai Navy fast attack craft on Koh Tao's sheltered east side, resting upright in Aow Mao Bay near Laem Thian. The wreck sits on sand with a compact, readable profile and a clear bow, bridge and mast, making it a strong site for buoyancy practice, navigation, and controlled wreck exploration.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
13m - 24m
Depth Note
Top of wreck around 13 m; lower sections sit in the low-20s.
Best Season
May to September
Typical Conditions
Sheltered east-coast wreck with light currents most days and roughly 10-20 m visibility; the bay mouth can feel a stronger tidal pulse, but it often stays workable when west-side sites rough up.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Wreck dive with overhead sections; keep buoyancy tight and leave interior access to wreck-trained divers.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; external exploration suits advanced divers, while interior penetration is for wreck-certified divers.
Legal Notes
Part of the underwater learning park and marine ecosystem rehab project; follow local wreck, buoyancy, and no-touch rules.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Boat-access wreck on sand with a clear bow, bridge and mast; the exterior is straightforward, but any interior work should be limited to wreck-trained divers.
Freediving
Not the primary use case; the wreck's depth and overhead sections make scuba the practical choice.
Snorkeling
Not a standard snorkel site; the wreck is better handled from a dive boat.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Operator page with site location, season, visibility, currents, certification and marine life.
Independent reporting on early reef growth and fish activity.
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