Koh Tao
Thailand's dive island — coral reefs, turtles, and Gulf of Thailand sunsets.
Koh Tao is a small Gulf of Thailand island known worldwide as one of the most affordable places to learn scuba diving. Beyond the dive schools, it offers granite-boulder coves, jungle viewpoints, and a relaxed island village atmosphere centered on Sairee Beach.
Highlights
- World-renowned scuba certification courses
- Snorkeling at Shark Bay and Tanote Bay
- Sunset views over Sairee Beach
- John-Suwan Viewpoint hike
- Day trips to Koh Nang Yuan sandbar
- Lively but laid-back beach bar scene
Best Time to Visit
March through September offers the calmest seas and best diving visibility. October through December can bring monsoon rains and rougher water, while January through February is mild and breezy.
Language: Thai, English widely spoken · Currency: Thai Baht (THB, ฿)