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Thai Scuba Dive

Thai Scuba Dive often gets overlooked for some of Koh Tao’s bigger names, but we think that’s a mistake. It’s not about grand pinnacles or dramatic swim-throughs here. Instead, what we love is the sheer density of everyday reef life that congregates in its shallow, sheltered bays. We’re talking about schools of blue and gold fusiliers so thick they momentarily block out the sun, swarming around the coral bommies. Our favourite time to dive here is early morning, before the dive boats from Sairee get too numerous. Drop down and spend some time scanning the sandy patches for Goldmann’s sandgobies, always a treat to watch them darting in and out of their burrows. You’ll weave around brain corals and some surprisingly colourful patches of whip coral, keeping an eye out for blacktip soldierfish lurking in the shadows. It’s a gentle dive, perfect for photographers wanting to capture those macro shots or newer divers building confidence. You won't typically find strong currents here, making for a relaxed exploration amongst crescent grunters and the occasional inquisitive wrasse.