Ao Sane

Protected bay with shallow reef, great for beginners and macro.

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5m Avg Depth
11m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, Ao Sane, is a sheltered bay offering easy and comfortable diving conditions. Its shallow reef serves as an excellent spot for beginner divers to gain confidence or for more advanced divers to practice skills. The navigation is straightforward, typically following the reef lines on either side of the entry point within the protected waters. There is no specific historical background mentioned, but its calm nature makes it a perennial favorite for training and leisurely dives.

The vibrant shallow reef is a haven for an abundance of small critters, various reef fish, and is famously home to a resident turtle. Divers can expect to encounter a variety of macro life, including nudibranchs, crabs, and shrimp, nestled among healthy hard and soft corals. The calm waters also support diverse schooling fish and other typical reef inhabitants.

The optimal time to visit Ao Sane for diving is during the season between October and May, when conditions are most favorable, offering calm seas and good visibility. This site is highly recommended for those just starting their diving journey or for photographers focusing on macro subjects. Freedivers will also find the shallow, clear waters and abundant marine life appealing for breath-hold diving.

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Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Good
Water Visibility Very Good Viz

Plan Your Visit

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Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

Shallow, protected bay with easy conditions, ideal for skill practice or introductory dives.

Current Strength:

Mild

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This dive site information and pictures are sponsored by Mark L. (#3055446)

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