koh bon - dive site map
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this map is taken from pocket divesite's guide book:
similans including koh bon, koh tachai, richelieu rock.
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koh bon:
considering that koh bon is only 40 kilometres north of similan island number 9 it is surprising how much different the rock and reef composition is here. it is one of the few true wall dives in thailand, the vertical rock dropping down to around 34 metres with coral ridges going even deeper.
koh bon is one of the best places to spot manta rays. an exposed pinnacle lies to the west of koh Bon, this also attracts big current feeders.
boats usually moor up in the secluded bay where an arch through the island can be used for navigation. look out for octopus and small critters hiding in the crevices of the wall on the dive. mantas can be found feeding or visiting the cleaning station here at the right time of the year. also be aware of strong currents and down surge as the waves hit the wall face.
visibility: 15 - 40 m
depths: 10 - 40 m
currents: can be strong
level: advanced divers