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Laem Thian

Laem Thian

Surat Thani Province, Thailand

Depth
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17m

Visibility
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14m - 42m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Beginner

Laem Thian

Surat Thani Province, Thailand

Laem Thian
Depth
Depth Icon

17m

Visibility
Visibility Icon

14m - 42m

Entry
Boat Entry Icon

Boat

Experience Level

Beginner


About Laem Thian

Laem Thian can be found on the eastern side of Koh Tao island and is suitable for divers of all level qualifications. Starting your dive in a depth of 12 meters, you will drop to a sandy bottom no deeper than 17 meters. Here you will find a small reef along with a cave to explore. Since Laem Thian is in a lagoon, this site is well protected from harsh sea conditions. Excellent visibiity and abundant marine life.

Laem Thian Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Cave

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

17m

Visibility Range

14m 42m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas Mix

21% – 52%

O2

13% at 15m / 36%

O2
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Marine Life

  • Anemone Fish
  • Groupers
  • Jacks
  • Rays
  • Reef Fish
  • Turtles
  • Various
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Location

Dive Site Hazards

  • Remote Silt Disturbance — Silt can be disturbed metres away from the source.

  • Rapid Stress Escalation — Stress can increase sharply when visibility or navigation degrades.

  • High Cognitive Load Navigation — Complex passages increase mental workload even on a line.

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