Chumphon Marine Park visibility can be clear up to about 30 m; current is none to moderate.
Small reef island in Chumphon with dense fish life.
Small reef island in Chumphon with dense fish life.
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Koh Lak Raet is a small limestone island in Mu Ko Chumphon with reef slopes, large Porites coral, and broad anemone gardens. It is a boat-based stop favored for relaxed scuba and snorkeling when Gulf water clears seasonally.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
8m - 20m
Depth Note
Public descriptions place scuba and snorkel activity around reef slopes and coral gardens in roughly the 8-20 m range.
Best Season
May to October
Typical Conditions
Seasonal clear-water windows, modest current, and simple boat entry are the practical baseline for most visits.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Boat-only island site; stay with the guide, use standard reef care, and watch for boat movement and shallow coral contact.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; no beach landing or shore facilities are described on the island.
Legal Notes
Inside Mu Ko Chumphon National Park; park rules and fees may apply.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best treated as a guided reef dive with anemone gardens and dense fish life. Plan on boat logistics and a simple in-water profile.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling can work on calm days over the shallower coral and anemone patches, but boat movement and weather still shorten the comfortable window.
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.
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Research Sources
Chumphon Marine Park visibility can be clear up to about 30 m; current is none to moderate.
No beach or shore facilities; reef snorkeling and scuba around 8-20 m; many fish and anemones.
Large Porites coral and many fish; supports shallow and deeper diving.
Rocky island description; snorkeling and diving; fish and sea anemones.
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