Koh Yippon
# Koh Yippon Dive Site – Surat Thani, Thailand
Dive Conditions
Koh Yippon is a scenic dive destination located in Surat Thani Province within the Gulf of Thailand. This site suits divers of intermediate skill levels and features depths ranging from 12 to 25 meters, making it accessible for recreational diving.
The underwater landscape combines rocky outcrops with sandy areas, creating diverse habitats for marine life observation. Divers commonly encounter colorful reef fish, batfish schools, and various species of groupers. Seasonal visits may reveal larger pelagic species and vibrant coral formations.
The site’s moderate currents and good visibility during optimal diving seasons make it an ideal destination for building diving experience. The rocky terrain provides excellent opportunities for macro photography and exploration of smaller marine creatures including crustaceans and mollusks.
Koh Yippon is conveniently accessible from Surat Thani, making it a popular choice for liveaboard trips and day excursions throughout the Gulf of Thailand region.
🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site
Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)