Koh Ku La / เกาะกุลา
Protected Area
Mu ko Chumphon
Why dive here
With 158+ marine species recorded in the area - including blacktip reef sharks, blue-spotted stingrays, mobula rays (devil rays), whale sharks and pufferfish - Koh Ku La / เกาะกุลา offers some of Gulf of Thailand's richest diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest April, May, June.
Koh Ku La, or เกาะกุลา, is a little spot in the Gulf of Thailand that’s ideal for newer divers or those looking for a relaxed afternoon. At a maximum depth of just 8 meters, it’s a gentle introduction to the local underwater world. You’ll typically drift along, spotting small reef fish flitting between the rocks and the occasional patch of soft coral. It’s a good place for macro enthusiasts too, with nudibranchs and smaller crustaceans often tucked away if you take your time. Expect calm conditions and decent visibility here on most days, making it a very comfortable dive.
Typical Koh Ku La / เกาะกุลา Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Koh Ku La / เกาะกุลา
Koh Ku La / เกาะกุลา Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Koh Ku La / เกาะกุลา, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (10.15, 99.7) (6km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 29.1–31°C
Air Temperature
27°C
81°F
Wind Speed
4.83 m/s
9.4 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1009.7 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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