White Rock

# White Rock Dive Site, Koh Tao

White Rock is a popular dive destination located off Koh Tao in Surat Thani, Thailand, within the Gulf of Thailand. This accessible site features a distinctive white limestone rock formation that rises from the seabed, creating an impressive underwater landmark.

Divers typically experience depths ranging from 12-24 meters, making it suitable for both beginners and intermediate divers. The site offers excellent visibility, particularly during dry season months, allowing clear views of the surrounding marine environment.

The rock formation provides diverse habitats attracting abundant marine life. Divers commonly encounter colorful reef fish, fusiliers, snappers, and groupers. Macro enthusiasts will find nudibranches, crustaceans, and small reef creatures among the crevices and rock surfaces.

The moderate current and straightforward navigation make White Rock an ideal training location for newly certified divers while remaining engaging for experienced divers. The rock’s unique topography creates interesting exploration opportunities, with natural swim-throughs and varied reef edges. Water temperatures remain warm year-round, typically 27-29°C, making this site accessible throughout the diving season in Thailand’s popular dive 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)