潜点: Koh Bon

关于 Koh Bon

Koh Bon is a distinguished dive site located north of Similan Island No. 9, within the same national park administration, though geographically distinct as a limestone island compared to the Similans' granite formations. It is celebrated for its incredible marine biodiversity and stands out as a prime location in Thailand for encountering majestic Manta Rays, especially along its prominent ridge. The island's remote, uninhabited nature means all diving is boat-based, providing an exclusive and often less crowded underwater experience. The main dive site, Koh Bon Ridge, lies on the southwestern corner, featuring a dramatic vertical wall that transitions into a sloping hard coral garden. This unique topography offers varied habitats, from deep wall sections adorned with soft corals and anemones to shallower, pristine hard coral formations teeming with reef fish. The ridge itself consists of large, step-like rocky formations covered in diverse soft corals, creating a visually stunning environment that descends to depths of around 35 meters. Marine life at Koh Bon is abundant and diverse, with regular sightings of pelagic species drawn to the nutrient-rich currents. Manta Rays are a major highlight, frequenting the ridge area which functions as a large cleaning station. Divers can also expect to encounter Leopard Sharks, Nurse Sharks, various moray eels, triggerfish, lionfish, sweetlips, octopus, and the occasional Banded Sea Krait. Whale Sharks and Eagle Rays are also spotted, particularly during the peak season. Diving at Koh Bon involves navigating currents, which can range from mild to strong, especially around the ridge. Divers typically begin their exploration in the more sheltered bay area before moving along the wall and then to the exposed ridge. The site offers opportunities for drift diving, allowing divers to experience the dynamic underwater landscape and its resident marine life as the current carries them along. Night dives are also possible in the cal