Diving Tour Ang Thong Marine Park
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Diving Tour Ang Thong Marine Park

Explore 42 pristine islands in Ang Thong National Marine Park — dramatic limestone cliffs, vibrant coral reefs, and rich marine life in a protected paradise.

Duration

Full day (8 hours)

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Max Depth

20m

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Level

Beginner

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Min Age

10+

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Open Water Certification Required. This trip is for certified scuba divers only. You must hold a valid PADI Open Water Diver certification (or equivalent agency) to participate.

Ang Thong National Marine Park is one of Thailand’s most visually stunning dive destinations — a protected archipelago of 42 islands in the Gulf of Thailand, characterised by towering limestone karst formations, emerald lagoons, white sand beaches, and some of the most pristine, undisturbed coral reef systems in the region.

Unlike Sail Rock and Koh Tao, Ang Thong sees far fewer divers. The park’s protected status means the reefs are in exceptional condition — and the marine life, undisturbed by heavy traffic, is abundant and relaxed.

Why Dive Ang Thong Marine Park?

  • Pristine, protected reefs — some of the healthiest coral in the Gulf of Thailand, rarely dived and in excellent condition
  • Stunning above-water scenery — dramatic limestone cliffs and hidden lagoons that make the surface interval as beautiful as the dive
  • Diverse marine life — hard and soft corals, banded sea snakes, parrotfish, wrasse, stingrays, moray eels, butterflyfish, and reef sharks
  • Uncrowded — Ang Thong receives a fraction of the dive traffic of Sail Rock or Koh Tao, giving you a more personal, natural experience
  • Accessible to beginners — shallow sites to 20m, calm conditions, ideal for Open Water Divers

Marine Life at Ang Thong

The park’s protected waters support a thriving ecosystem. Expect to encounter:

Banded sea kraits (sea snakes) · parrotfish · wrasse · moray eels · stingrays · butterflyfish · angelfish · grouper · healthy staghorn and table coral formations · occasional reef sharks and turtles

Dive Sites

Dive site selection within the park varies by day and conditions. Common sites include reefs along the inner archipelago islands, where calm water and intact coral gardens reward careful exploration at depths of 5–20m.

Note: This trip operates as a custom tour due to the park’s unique nature and permitting requirements. Please contact us for available dates and group booking arrangements.

Itinerary

  • 07:45–08:30 — Hotel pickup from most areas of Koh Samui
  • 08:30–09:00 — Boat departure
  • 09:00–10:00 — Boat trip to Ang Thong Marine Park (~60 minutes)
  • 10:00–11:30 — First dive (briefing included)
  • 11:30–12:30 — Surface interval, lunch on board
  • 12:30–13:30 — Second dive
  • 13:30–14:30 — Return journey to Koh Samui
  • 14:30–15:30 — Hotel drop-off

Safety note: Do not fly within 18 hours of your last dive.

Meeting Point

Hotel pickup included from most areas of Koh Samui

Departure Times

07:45 hotel pickup, 09:00 boat departure

What's Included

Not Included

  • Towels
  • Swimwear
  • Dive computer
  • Sunscreen

FAQ

Yes — while less famous for big pelagics than Sail Rock or Chumphon Pinnacle, Ang Thong offers some of the most pristine coral reef diving in the Gulf of Thailand. It's a genuinely special place for divers who appreciate intact ecosystems and natural, uncrowded conditions.

Approximately 60 minutes by speedboat from Koh Samui's west coast.

Yes — Ang Thong's dive sites are generally shallow (5–20m) with calm conditions, making them ideal for Open Water certified divers and anyone looking for a relaxed, scenic dive.

The trip is primarily organised as a diving excursion. If you have a non-diving partner who'd like to join, contact us to discuss options — the above-water scenery alone is spectacular.

The park charges a national park entry fee, which is included in the tour price. We handle all permits and arrangements.

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Diving Tour Ang Thong Marine Park

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