This dive site, King Kong, is nestled in a hidden, secluded bay on the southeast coast of Koh Tao, near Aow Leuk. It features a shallow coral reef, making it an ideal and calm spot for novice divers and snorkelers seeking to avoid crowds. There's no specific historical account or complex navigation required; divers typically follow the gentle reef slope, enjoying the vibrant shallow waters.
Underwater, King Kong boasts a large variety of soft and hard corals, providing a rich habitat for diverse marine life. Divers can expect to encounter yellow boxfish, harlequin sweetlips, blue-spotted stingrays, and various interesting creatures like lionfish, porcupine and pufferfish, and batfish. Turtles are also a highlight, adding to the charm of this tranquil reef.
The best time to visit King Kong is generally during Koh Tao's dry season, typically from March to May and September to November, when conditions are calmest and visibility is at its peak. Its shallow depth and gentle nature make it perfect for extended bottom times and excellent for underwater photography, particularly for wide-angle shots of the reef and macro shots of smaller inhabitants. Both scuba divers and freedivers will appreciate the serene environment and abundant marine encounters.
