Hin Wong Pinnacle

# Hin Wong Pinnacle, Koh Tao

Hin Wong Pinnacle is a premier dive site located off Koh Tao in Thailand’s Gulf of Thailand. This underwater pinnacle rises from approximately 40 meters to 14 meters depth, offering an exciting dive for intermediate to advanced divers. The site features dramatic rock formations and a thriving underwater ecosystem ideal for marine life encounters.

Divers exploring Hin Wong Pinnacle commonly spot large pelagic species, including barracuda, trevally, and occasionally reef sharks. The pinnacle’s rocky terrain supports vibrant coral gardens and numerous smaller fish species such as groupers, snappers, and fusiliers. Nudibranchs and macro life thrive in crevices and overhangs.

The pinnacle’s steep walls and depth requirements make it suitable for divers with solid buoyancy control and experience with deeper diving. Strong currents are common, adding an element of challenge. Best diving conditions occur during dry season months when visibility reaches 20-30 meters. Hin Wong Pinnacle delivers thrilling encounters with marine life and stunning underwater topography, making it a must-visit destination for experienced divers in Southeast Asia.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Pink Skunk Anemonefish Amphiprion perideraion anthonyamar

Map Puffer Arothron mappa chandler84226

Saddleback Butterflyfish Chaetodon falcula gabrielbz

Bluering Angelfish Pomacanthus annularis portioid

Pink Skunk Anemonefish Amphiprion perideraion snorkelthings

Harlequin Sweetlips Plectorhinchus chaetodonoides andreiamelo

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)