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Chumphon Pinnacle
The four massive rock pinnacles that come together at a depth of 40 metres and soar up to within 14 metres of the surface, form Koh Tao's premier and most challenging dive site - Chumphon Pinnacle.
An underwater mountain range that encompasses an area of approximately 100 square meters, it is completely surrounded by deeper waters providing us with a world-class dive site. Grey reef sharks are in regular attendance near the bottom of the pinnacle (dont worry, you're safe with our instructors), and it's one of the best dive sites around Koh Tao to see (and have a close encounter with) a friendly whale shark.
It's also a great place to spot giant groupers, black coral, anemone gardens, vertically falling reefs and all kinds of pelagic. Batfish are abundant here as are barracuda and tuna, exceptionally dolphins are spotted. Descending over the grey stone monolith is a breathtaking experience that alone makes the trip worth the effort; schools of friendly batfish generally rise-up to greet you. Then if you move south past Barracuda Rock, you will swim with schools of enormous barracuda and through a thermocline. As you make the tour of the pinnacle, look also for 'Jenkins' whiptail rays, giant groupers, king mackerel and tuna. Spend your last 20 minutes over the top of the pinnacle, watching the reef fish that swarm through an anemone garden. The pinnacles themselves are completely carpeted with anemones, all with various breeds of anemone fish tending to them. One of the richest dive experiences Koh tao has to offer.
Facts at a Glance:
| Max. Depth | Avg. Depth | Avg. Visibility | From Mae Haad | Diver Skill |
| 40 metres | 24 metres | 20 - 30 metres | 11km north-west | Experienced |
