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Shallow reef, strong currents, snorkeling, and intermediate-level guidance.
Dive Spot Guide•
Torinla Pinnacle/Rocks
Boat-only granite pinnacle with sharks, turtles and current.
Remote Surin boat dive with coral ridges and boulders; plan for current changes, seasonal park access, and an experienced-diver fit.
About Torinla Pinnacle/Rocks
Torinla Pinnacle/Rocks is a boat-accessed granite pinnacle and boulder zone in Mu Ko Surin National Park, with coral-covered ridges, broken rock, and sand channels that make the dive feel changeable from one side to the next. It suits experienced divers who are comfortable managing current and want a scenic, fishy site with sharks, turtles, groupers, rays, and nudibranchs.
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Research Estimate At Torinla Pinnacle/Rocks
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 18m
AccessChallenging entry effort
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Torinla Pinnacle/Rocks?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Torinla Pinnacle/Rocks Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
15m - 35m
Depth Note
Public sources place the main Torinla pinnacle and rock zone around 15-35 m, while nearby reef references are shallower and top out closer to 20 m. Exact depth depends on which side of Koh Torinla is dived and the day's conditions.
Best Season
November to April
Typical Conditions
Exposed site with potentially strong and unpredictable currents.
Safety & Access At Torinla Pinnacle/Rocks
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Strong current
Safety Notes
Current can be strong and may change across the site; this is best for divers who are comfortable with drift-style control and a more demanding boat profile.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only, with seasonal marine-park access rules. Independent shore access is not practical, and normal park and diver fees apply.
Legal Notes
Mu Ko Surin National Park rules apply, including the annual closed season from 16 May to 14 November. Plan visits around the open season and park fee requirements.
Local Intel For Torinla Pinnacle/Rocks
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A challenging pinnacle dive due to current and exposure, suited to experienced divers.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling works better on the shallower reef edges and calmer windows around the islands than on the exposed pinnacle itself. It is a good add-on, not the main use case.
Wildlife at Torinla Pinnacle/Rocks
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Torinla Pinnacle/Rocks
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Torinla Pinnacle/Rocks
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility18m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
