Koh Tao, Thailand
    Suratthani Environmental Protected Area

    Scuba Junction

    Best months: Oct–Feb

    Protected Area

    Suratthani Environmental Protected Area

    Why dive here

    With 54+ marine species recorded in the area - including sea turtles, tiger sharks and pufferfish - Scuba Junction offers some of Koh Tao's richest 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

    Scuba Junction isn't one of Koh Tao’s big-name sites, and that's precisely why we love it. Tucked away on the island's eastern side, it's often overlooked for the more famous Chumphon Pinnacle or Sail Rock, but if you want something quieter and genuinely rewarding, this is our pick. Drop in here and you'll find a sloping reef that starts shallow and eases down to around 18 metres. It’s perfect for a relaxed dive, especially if you’re keen on slowing down and spotting the smaller stuff. The beauty of Scuba Junction is in its subtlety. We've spent many a dive here just watching the resident Banded Blennies dart between crevices, or trying to spot the elusive Telescopefish tucked into the staghorn coral. You’ll see plenty of Silver Demoiselles shimmering around the Brain coral heads, and often the larger Big-eye Trevally cruising past the deeper sections. Keep an eye out for the Common Coral Trout, too; they're usually easy to spot hovering near the rock formations. Current here is generally mild, making it a great choice for newer divers or those who prefer a less strenuous drift. It’s also often less crowded than other sites, which, in Koh Tao, is a massive bonus. Go early in the morning for the best light and the quietest conditions.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Scuba Junction

    Scuba Junction Ocean Conditions

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

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    30°C

    86°F · Range: 29.1–31.1°C

    Current Speed

    7.07 cm/s

    Direction: E (98.1°)

    Salinity

    31.67 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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