Good snorkeling - Koh Tao

Don't let the unassuming name fool you, "Good snorkeling" on Koh Tao offers some genuinely pleasant surface time. It’s a solid pick for a relaxed afternoon, especially if you're keen to spot things like pinkfish darting through the shallows or the occasional crescent grunter. We’ve had decent luck here, often seeing big-eye trevally cruising past, a reminder that there’s always something interesting just beyond the immediate reef. It's a forgiving spot, making it ideal for families or anyone new to snorkeling who wants to get comfortable in the water without fighting strong currents.

Location
Koh Tao, Thailand, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
11.903954, 102.412870
Difficulty
beginner

Marine Protected Area: Mu ko Chang

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 Good snorkeling

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 Good snorkeling

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