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Koh Bon, The Bay
Sheltered manta bay at Koh Bon.
Local operator required
Boat access, park timing, and bay selection are normally handled by a local dive operator.
Guided boat dive with a shallow coral slope, calmer than the ridge, and best planned for the open season when conditions are settled.
About Koh Bon, The Bay
Koh Bon, The Bay is the sheltered bay dive at Koh Bon, offering the calmest and shallowest water on the island and a softer alternative to the exposed ridge. Expect a sloping coral reef, small reef life, and occasional manta or whale shark encounters when the season and sea state line up. It is a strong guided boat dive for newer divers and snorkelers when the bay is settled, with the ridge side of Koh Bon reserved for much more exposed conditions.
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Research Estimate At Koh Bon, The Bay
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessSimple entry
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentLight current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Koh Bon, The Bay?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Koh Bon, The Bay Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 20m
Depth Note
Bay-specific sources place the shallow start around 5-6m and the dive around 20m, with the broader Koh Bon ridge dropping much deeper.
Best Season
Mid-October to late April
Typical Conditions
Sheltered bay with a shallow coral slope and calmer water than the ridge, but the wider island can still see current and surge.
Safety & Access At Koh Bon, The Bay
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficSharp coral
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy tight over the coral slope, follow the guide on timing and turn points, and do not assume the whole Koh Bon area feels as calm as the bay.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only inside Mu Ko Similan National Park, with annual seasonal closure applied to the park.
Legal Notes
Mu Ko Similan National Park closes annually from 16 May to 14 October.
Local Intel For Koh Bon, The Bay
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A relaxed guided reef dive fits the bay well, especially for photographers, newer divers, or sunset and night dives when the sea is settled.
Freediving
Freediving is only sensible in the shallow, sheltered bay on very calm days and should stay operator-led rather than independent.
Snorkeling
The sheltered bay is the snorkel-friendly part of Koh Bon and suits less experienced snorkelers when the sea is calm.
Wildlife at Koh Bon, The Bay
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Koh Bon, The Bay
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Koh Bon, The Bay
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
