Pak-1 wreck

Best months: Oct–Feb

Why dive here

With 54+ marine species recorded in the area - including sea turtles, tiger sharks and pufferfish - Pak-1 wreck offers some of Koh Tao's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 29-31°C, warmest April, May, June.

Best timeOct–Feb

WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit

Marine lifeSea Turtles, Tiger Sharks and Pufferfish · 54+ species recorded

Water29-31°C · warmest April, May, June

CharacterWreck dive

The Pak-1 wreck is one of our favourite dives on Koh Tao. Forget the crowded shallow sites; this guy sits a little deeper, usually around 30 metres to the seabed, and it just feels more substantial. We love dropping down onto the wheelhouse, seeing the structure emerge from the blue, a proper ship lying on its side. What makes Pak-1 special for us isn't just the wreck itself, but how it's become a thriving artificial reef. Schools of fusiliers often swirl so thick around the mast that they block out the sun, and we’ve seen barracuda cruising by, using the wreck as an ambush point. Inside, if you're comfortable with a penetration, the cargo hold offers a real sense of being inside a sunken ship, with light filtering through cracks in the deck above, highlighting giant groupers that often shelter there. It's a dive that rewards repeat visits; every time, we spot something new, whether it's a pipefish tucked into a railing or a pair of lionfish patrolling the deck. If you're a wreck enthusiast, this is Koh Tao’s best.

Safety Notes

Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

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Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Pak-1 wreck

Pak-1 wreck Ocean Conditions

Monthly averages for Pak-1 wreck, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (11.17, 101.33) (40km away)