South West Rock Suggest edit

Thailand Suggest · Surat Thani Province Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–25.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

50 minAvg dive time

March to SeptemberBest months

28.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

26.0–28.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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South West Rock is a popular dive site located in the Gulf of Thailand, near Koh Tao. It features diverse marine life and beautiful underwater landscapes, making it a favored spot for divers of various skill levels.

The dive site offers a mix of rocky formations and coral gardens, providing opportunities to see a variety of fish species, including parrotfish, clownfish, and occasionally larger pelagics. The underwater topography is engaging, with swim-throughs and overhangs to explore.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–25.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 28.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 26.0–28.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
rock coral sand Suggest edit

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Wide-angle lenses recommended for capturing the diverse marine life and underwater landscapes.

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