This dive site, Koh Bon, is renowned as one of the best locations to encounter manta rays. The area features a substantial underwater wall that gradually descends into a deep ridge—a favored resting spot for these magnificent creatures. A shallower reef area also exists within the bay. Visibility is generally good, making it an appealing destination for divers of various experience levels.
Koh Bon
World-class manta ray encounters on a stunning underwater ridge.
Boat Access
20m Avg Depth
40m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Excellent
Macro Marine Life Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
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Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Snowflake Moray
Whale Shark
Octopus
Nudibranch
Glassfish
Oceanic Manta Ray
Reef Manta Ray
Napoleon Wrasse
Leopard Shark
Barracuda
Coral
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Shallow bay for beginners, deeper wall and ridge for advanced.
Hazards:
currentdepthboat traffic
Current Strength:
Variable
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