EASTERN PROGRESS - Koh Tao

The Eastern Progress. Now, this is a wreck we actually love. Not just because it’s deep, which it is, hitting 60 metres, but because it feels like a proper piece of history down there. She was a carrier vessel, built in Germany in the 50s, and went down in '80 on her way to Singapore. You can really sense that industrial past as you descend onto her. We usually try to hit this one early, before the thermocline settles in too hard, if we can help it. Dropping onto the bow is our favourite approach. You’ll see the enormous anchor chain still snaking away, then the bridge structure looms into view. The scale of her is impressive, almost 100 metres long, and you can swim through various compartments, though penetration requires proper training and gas. Look out for the resident barracuda, often hanging motionless near the mast, and we’ve seen some hefty groupers tucked into the holds. The swim-throughs are dark, but the ambient light filtering through occasional openings creates these beautiful, silhouetted scenes. It’s a site for experienced divers, definitely, those comfortable with depth and a bit of current, but for wreck lovers, it’s a real treat.

Location
Koh Tao, Thailand, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
11.168667, 101.330170
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
60m

Best Time to Dive in Koh Tao

The warmest water temperatures in Koh Tao occur in May, averaging 30.6°C. The coolest conditions are in January at 28.3°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 28.3°C
  • February: 28.6°C
  • March: 29.3°C
  • April: 30.2°C
  • May: 30.6°C
  • June: 30.2°C
  • July: 30.0°C
  • August: 29.7°C
  • September: 29.4°C
  • October: 29.2°C
  • November: 29.3°C
  • December: 28.6°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Koh Tao

Nearest Dive Centres to EASTERN PROGRESS

Marine Life in Koh Tao

Home to 56 recorded species including 35 reef fish, 11 sharks & rays, 4 other, 2 hard corals, 1 clams & mussels, 1 sea urchins.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for EASTERN PROGRESS

Based on average water temperature of 29.5°C, currents 14 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 29°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories