Laem Thian Pinnacle - Koh Tao

Laem Thian Pinnacle is where we head when we're in the mood for a proper hunt, focusing on the small stuff that often gets overlooked. It’s a series of granite boulders, a bit like a mini-Chumphon, but with its own distinct charm. We love kicking around the shallower sections, 10 to 15 metres, where the light really brings out the colours on the corals. You’ll find some cracking patches of staghorn, and if you get down low, you might spot a Blue-spotted Stingray tucked into the sand. The blennies here are fantastic. We’ve spent whole dives just watching Pale-spotted Combtooth Blennies darting in and out of their little holes, or spotting a High Hat Triplefin doing its twitchy dance. Keep an eye out for Black-blotched Wrasse and Banded Maori Wrasse patrolling the rocks, and Golden-girdled Coralfish hovering in the cracks. It's a great spot for macro enthusiasts, or anyone who enjoys taking their time to really observe. We've even seen Blacktip Reef Sharks cruise past on occasion, usually early in the morning before the crowds arrive. Dive here for the intricate details and the satisfaction of finding something new on every visit.

Location
Koh Tao, Thailand, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
10.090195, 99.856960
Type
pinnacle

Marine Protected Area: Suratthani Environmental Protected Area

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 Laem Thian Pinnacle

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 Laem Thian Pinnacle

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