Pottery - Koh Tao

Pottery, tucked away on Koh Tao’s west coast, often gets overlooked for its flashier neighbours, but we think that’s a mistake. It’s got a mellow vibe and a depth range that makes it perfect for longer dives, especially if you’re into the smaller stuff. We usually drop in and drift south, letting the gentle current do the work over a mix of rocky outcrops and sandy patches. What we really love here is the sheer density of small reef fish. You’ll find schools of Herring Scad shimmering in the blue, and if you get down close to the sand, Delicate Blennies bobbing from their holes. Keep an eye out for the High Hat Triplefins too, they’re masters of camouflage, blending into the rock. Our favourite trick is to spend some time exploring the Staghorn coral patches; they’re nurseries for juvenile wrasse and damselfish, and we’ve spotted Blue Ring Angelfish darting in and out of the branches more than once. The visibility here is usually pretty reliable, making it an excellent spot for photographers keen on macro subjects. It’s a site that rewards slow, observant diving.

Location
Koh Tao, Thailand, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
10.080777, 99.816340

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 Pottery

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 Pottery

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