Koh Nok

Pattaya Near Islands

Koh Nok Pattaya Near Islands

Learn about Koh Nok Pattaya Near Islands Dive Site

Koh Nok is a small, rocky island located in the near island cluster, just north of Koh Sak. Rarely visited by most dive centers, it remains a beautiful and diverse dive site.

Location: Near island cluster, north of Koh Sak
Depth: Max 18 meters, Min 3 meters – Average 8 meters
Type of site: Rocky island with shallow and deep reefs
Level: Suitable for beginners to advanced divers
Conditions: Calm and clear waters for most of the year; exposed to winds at East and South West points
Average Visibility: 5 meters to 15 meters

Where are the dive sites at Koh Nok?

Koh Nok features two main dive sites:

Koh Nok West: Well protected from prevailing winds, offering calm and clear water.
Koh Nok South: Exposed during windy seasons but provides deeper reefs to explore

What Aquatic Life is common at Koh Nok?

Koh Nok is home to a variety of marine life, including:

Baby Turtles: Frequently spotted, adding charm to the shallow reefs.
Porcupine Puffer Fish: Easily recognized by their spiny appearance.
Bamboo Sharks: Common around the reef, often found resting on the sandy bottoms.
Sting Rays: Gracefully gliding over the sandy areas.
Nudibranchs: Colorful sea slugs that add vibrant hues to the underwater landscape.

Vibrant Reef mostly left alone is teeming with marine life

The vibrant reef at Koh Nok, largely unexplored by local divers, is teeming with marine life. The deep reef area, highlighted by many rocks, steps down to 18 meters where a forest of whip corals thrives. The hard corals fill the shallower reef area, with many table corals and large starry corals blooming in full colors under the shallow light. This untouched beauty makes Koh Nok a hidden gem for divers seeking an unspoiled underwater paradise.