Buddha Rock

# Buddha Rock, Koh Tao

Buddha Rock is a premier dive site located off Koh Tao in Surat Thani, Thailand, offering an exceptional underwater experience in the Gulf of Thailand. This moderate dive site features a distinctive rock formation submerged at approximately 12-14 meters depth, making it accessible for divers of varying skill levels.

Divers explore stunning granite boulders and crevices teeming with vibrant marine life. The site is renowned for encounters with reef sharks, groupers, snappers, and schools of barracuda. Colorful coral formations and tropical fish species create a dynamic reef ecosystem. Visibility typically ranges from 5-15 meters depending on seasonal conditions.

Buddha Rock suits intermediate divers and above, with currents occasionally present. The rock structure provides excellent photography opportunities and natural swim-throughs. The site’s biodiversity and distinctive geology make it a favorite among Koh Tao dive operators and visitors exploring Thailand’s premier diving destination in the South China Sea. Best dived during dry season months for optimal conditions.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Plakobranchus noctisstellatus Plakobranchus noctisstellatus aiaraponce

Saddleback Butterflyfish Chaetodon falcula gabrielbz

Harlequin Sweetlips Plectorhinchus chaetodonoides andreiamelo

Round Batfish Platax orbicularis frederikl

Bigfin Reef Squid Sepioteuthis lessoniana pookka

Moon Wrasse Thalassoma lunare ian_dugdale

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)