Koh Bon Pinnacle

# Koh Bon Pinnacle

Koh Bon Pinnacle is an iconic dive site located off Koh Bon in Thailand’s Phang Nga Province, situated in the Andaman Sea. This dramatic underwater formation features a submerged pinnacle that rises from depths of 40 meters, making it suitable for intermediate to advanced divers.

Divers encounter a thriving marine ecosystem characterized by vibrant coral formations and abundant pelagic species. The site is renowned for encounters with reef sharks, including blacktip and whitetip varieties, along with schools of barracuda, trevally, and mackerel. Larger visitors such as whale sharks occasionally pass through during seasonal months, adding to the site’s appeal.

The pinnacle itself displays colorful soft corals and sponges covering its slopes, creating a visually stunning underwater landscape. Strong currents are common, requiring solid diving experience and buoyancy control. Visibility typically ranges from 10-30 meters depending on seasonal conditions.

Koh Bon Pinnacle remains a premier destination for divers seeking dynamic drift diving experiences and opportunities to observe Thailand’s diverse marine wildlife in pristine Andaman waters.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Blackfin Barracuda Sphyraena qenie hublagrange

Shade damselfish Pomacentrus umbratilus nigelmarsh

Lei Triggerfish Sufflamen bursa paulinerico

Velvet Snail Coriocella hibyae ryanyuewahchan

White-eyed Moray Gymnothorax thyrsoideus regray

Yellow-lipped Sea Krait Laticauda colubrina nijntje51

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)