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The Elephants

We love The Elephants for its quirky charm, a welcome change from the usual coral bommies around Koh Tao. It’s not a natural reef, obviously, but a cluster of artificial structures shaped like elephants, and frankly, it’s just fun. Dropping down, you’ll find these concrete pachyderms covered in soft corals and sponges, a real explosion of colour against the grey. Pink anemonefish flit through the tentacles, and we often spot dragonfish tucked away in crevices, their camouflage almost perfect. The real draw here is the chance to spend time exploring the nooks and crannies. You can fin slowly around the statues, peeking under trunks and behind legs. We’ve seen blue ring angelfish browsing the growth, and it's a great spot for spotting Goldspeckled Shrimpgobies. It’s a pretty shallow site too, perfect for a longer dive, letting you really soak in the unique atmosphere. Go in the morning before the crowds if you can; the light filtering through the water around the statues is fantastic then.