Green Shark

# Green Shark Dive Site, Nang Yuan, Ko Phangan

Discover Green Shark, an exceptional dive site located at Nang Yuan in Ko Phangan District, Surat Thani, Thailand. Situated in the Gulf of Thailand, this site offers spectacular underwater exploration for intermediate to advanced divers.

Green Shark features dramatic underwater topography with rocky outcrops, boulders, and sandy slopes descending to depths of 15-40 meters. The site is renowned for encounters with reef sharks, barracuda, and large grouper species. Divers regularly observe vibrant coral formations, including hard and soft corals, alongside schools of trevally and snappers.

The site’s name derives from frequent sightings of blacktip reef sharks and occasionally whitetip reef sharks patrolling the reefs. Visibility typically ranges from 10-20 meters, varying with seasonal conditions. Strong currents are common, making proper buoyancy control essential.

Green Shark is best suited for experienced divers comfortable with moderate to strong current conditions. The site operates year-round, though conditions are optimal during dry seasons. Guided dives are recommended to maximize safety and marine life encounters at this dynamic Gulf of Thailand destination.

🐠 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

Bluering Angelfish Pomacanthus annularis kailash8

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)