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Blueberry Hill

3.7 — based on 13 community signals
4.1 11 species 11 contributors

Blueberry Hill is a year-round Thailand dive site with 11 documented species and 3 community videos. Currently under coral bleaching warning.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
BleachingRiskShore entryFamily-friendly

At a glance

Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
5.5 kn
Wave
0.5 m
Water
29°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NW (36%)
Now: SSE (155°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 1.31m

Next: Low at 01:00 (+0.27m)

+1.5 m+0.2 m
▼ 01:00 · +0.27m ▲ 15:00 · +1.47m ▼ 02:00 · +0.31m ▲ 16:00 · +1.43m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV8.1 · very high Air PM2.52 · good 05:59 18:08
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 6.8 0.52 8 11mm
09-20 5.8 0.34 4 6mm
09-21 7.3 0.24 2 14mm
09-22 6.9 0.24 8 14mm
09-23 5.2 0.1 7 18mm
09-24 7.9 0.28 8 18mm
09-25 7.5 0.4 4 9mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Warning — heat stress
DHW: 2.0°C-weeks · NOAA Coral Reef Watch

About this spot

Blueberry Hill offers divers a chance to explore one of Thailand's accessible dive sites. The location draws interest from the local diving community, with documented species observations and shared dive footage available online. This spot operates outside marine protected areas, making it straightforward to visit. The site shows active community engagement through video documentation and species recording. With 11 catalogued species observations, the reef supports diverse marine life worth observing. Divers should check current conditions before visiting, as the area is under coral bleaching warning status. This underscores the importance of responsible diving practices to minimize impact on the reef. Blueberry Hill works as a year-round destination for Thailand-based divers and visiting enthusiasts. The community-driven documentation suggests reliable access and consistent diving conditions. Plan your visit with updated local conditions and weather forecasts, especially during monsoon periods. Local dive operators and guides can provide current details on visibility, depth, and site-specific requirements.

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Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Dive types

Reef

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type A/B/C · 220V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 9838km · ~2263kg · €41

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 54/100
  • Visa: Visa on arrival · 30 days max
  • Flight: 11h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 12h east · 8 days recovery

FAQ

When is the best time to dive Blueberry Hill?

Blueberry Hill is diveable year-round. However, check local weather and monsoon patterns before booking, as seasonal conditions can affect visibility and water state.

What should I know about coral health at this site?

The site is currently under coral bleaching warning. Practice responsible diving—avoid contact with corals, use reef-safe sunscreen, and follow local guidelines to minimize impact.

What marine life can I expect to see?

Eleven species have been documented at Blueberry Hill. Consult community video records and local dive guides for current species sightings and seasonal variations.

Do I need permits to dive here?

Blueberry Hill is not inside a marine protected area, so standard diving access applies. Work with a local operator to confirm any regional requirements or guidelines.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

BB Divers

7.1 km
4.8 (577 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Verified Booked 27+ times this month
Hours: Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Scuba Dawgs (Koh chang Diving)

7.4 km
5.0 (502 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Verified Booked 30+ times this month
Hours: Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

THAI OCEAN ACADEMY KOH CHANG

7.4 km
5.0 (264 reviews) closed
Dive centre PADISSITDIRAID
Verified PADI 5★ Booked 46+ times this month
Hours: Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

52 records · 45 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Neosarmatium smithi

Malacostraca · Sesarmidae
GBIF
Last seen:
1 May 2026
×1records

Tridacna squamosa

Bivalvia · Cardiidae
GBIF
Last seen:
29 Apr 2026
×1records

Diadema setosum

Echinoidea · Diadematidae
GBIF
Last seen:
28 Apr 2026
×1records

Neotrygon varidens

Elasmobranchii · Dasyatidae
GBIF
Last seen:
11 Jan 2025
×1records

Alatina morandinii

Cubozoa · Alatinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
17 Mar 2014
×1records

Tripedalia binata

Cubozoa · Tripedaliidae
OBIS
Last seen:
17 Mar 2014
×1records

Holothuria (Thymiosycia) impatiens

Holothuroidea · Holothuriidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Mar 2001
×1records
Depth:
0–5 m

Holothuria (Stauropora) discrepans

Holothuroidea · Holothuriidae
OBIS
Last seen:
28 Feb 2001
×1records
Depth:
0–5 m

Stichopus horrens

Holothuroidea · Stichopodidae
OBIS
Last seen:
26 Feb 2001
×1records
Depth:
0–5 m

Holothuria (Metriatyla) martensii

Holothuroidea · Holothuriidae
OBIS
Last seen:
20 Jan 2001
×1records
Depth:
0–5 m

Acaudina

Holothuroidea · Caudinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
16 Sept 2000
×1records
Depth:
0–5 m

Holothuria atra

Holothuroidea · Holothuriidae
OBIS
Last seen:
20 Jun 1999
×1records
Depth:
0–5 m

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Sleepy Blue Spotted Rays - Diving Blueberry Hill - Koh Chang - Thailand

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Diving Blueberry Hill (Hin Tai Nam), Koh Chang, Thailand

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Pattaya Divers Reviews
wind peaks Dec-Jul-Aug, calmest May-Mar-Apr, dry Jan-Dec.

5-year monthly climate

60 samples
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jan (100/100) Worst: Jun (0/100) Now: Sep (17/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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