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Koh Talak North

3.6 — based on 17 community signals
4.2 12 species 22 contributors

Koh Talak North is a year-round Thai dive site with 12 documented species and active community data.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
Water temp
26–29°C
Shore entryFamily-friendlyBeginnerBleachingRisk
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At a glance

Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Water temp
26–29 °C
Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Nudibranch

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
4.1 kn
Wave
0.92 m
Water
30.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SSE (20%)
Now: W (277°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 2.11m

Next: High at 02:00 (+1.03m)

+1.6 m0 m-0.5 m
▲ 02:00 · +1.03m ▼ 09:00 · +0.21m ▲ 14:00 · +0.69m ▼ 21:00 · +0.31m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV8.7 · very high Air PM2.58 · good 06:12 18:20
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 11.1 1.04 9 9mm
09-20 10.1 0.84 7 26mm
09-21 5.5 0.68 8 14mm
09-22 5.6 0.5 9 13mm
09-23 5.2 0.42 8 7mm
09-24 6 0.4 2 2mm
09-25 6.8 0.38 3 1mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions
DHW: 2.9°C-weeks · NOAA Coral Reef Watch
🌡 Water temp: Normal for Sep (26–29°C)

About this spot

Koh Talak North sits off Thailand's coast as an accessible dive destination with minimal restrictions—it falls outside marine protected areas, making entry straightforward for visiting divers. The site has generated enough interest to attract 12 species observations and three community videos, indicating steady diver traffic and baseline ecological documentation. The spot's year-round viability means you can plan a trip without seasonal shutdowns, though like most Thailand sites, weather and sea state still dictate conditions month to month. Local dive operators familiar with the area are your best resource for current conditions, visibility reports, and depth profiles on any given week. Coral bleaching monitoring flags this area for watch status—typical for tropical sites in the Indian Ocean region. This doesn't rule out the dive; it means the reef is tracked for stress indicators. Community engagement here is real: three user-submitted videos and a modest species log show divers actively exploring and sharing finds. That peer documentation can help you gauge what wildlife and conditions to expect before you book.

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Best months

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

Marine life

Nudibranch

Dive types

Reef

Trip essentials

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

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 🤿 Pack: 3/2 mm shorty
  • 📜 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%
  • 🤿 Wetsuit 3/2 mm shorty
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 10115km · ~2326kg · €42

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

Can I dive Koh Talak North year-round?

Yes, the site is open year-round with no seasonal closures. However, Thailand's monsoon patterns and swell direction affect visibility and sea state. Check with local operators for weekly conditions before traveling.

What is the depth and difficulty level at Koh Talak North?

Specific depth and difficulty data are not documented in current records. Contact dive operators in Thailand who work the site regularly; they can brief you on bottom profile, currents, and skill requirements.

What marine life will I see at Koh Talak North?

Twelve species observations are logged for the site. Community videos and local operator logs are your best source for a detailed species list. Coral bleaching watch status means reef health should be monitored.

Do I need permits or special access to dive Koh Talak North?

Koh Talak North is not within a marine protected area, so standard tourist dive access applies. Confirm current entry requirements and any local regulations with your chosen dive operator before arrival.

Operators near this spot

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

Castaway Divers

2.6 km
Dive centre

Adang Sea Divers

2.7 km
Dive centre

Lotus Dive

2.9 km
Dive centre

blue sea pro

3.1 km
Dive centre

Ko Lipe Diving School

3.1 km
Dive centre
Hours: Mo-Su 08:00-20:00

Tarutao

3.2 km
Dive centre

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

56 records · 50 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Rhopilema hispidum

Scyphozoa · Rhizostomatidae
GBIF
Last seen:
12 Feb 2026
×1records

Pteraeolidia semperi

Gastropoda · Facelinidae
GBIF
Last seen:
22 Jan 2026
×1records

Versuriga anadyomene

Scyphozoa · Versurigidae
GBIF
Last seen:
15 Jan 2026
×1records

Austruca annulipes

Malacostraca · Ocypodidae
GBIF
Last seen:
10 Jan 2026
×1records

Clibanarius longitarsus

Malacostraca · Diogenidae
GBIF
Last seen:
9 Jan 2026
×1records

Episesarma versicolor

Malacostraca · Sesarmidae
GBIF
Last seen:
8 Jan 2026
×1records

Radianthus magnifica

Anthozoa · Stichodactylidae
GBIF
Last seen:
7 Jan 2026
×1records

Diadema setosum

Echinoidea · Diadematidae
GBIF
Last seen:
7 Jan 2026
×1records

Paracondylactis sinensis

Anthozoa · Actiniidae
GBIF
Last seen:
6 Jan 2026
×1records

Matuta victor

Malacostraca · Matutidae
GBIF
Last seen:
6 Jan 2026
×1records

Portunus sanguinolentus

Malacostraca · Portunidae
GBIF
Last seen:
6 Jan 2026
×1records

Tenellia

Gastropoda · Trinchesiidae
OBIS
Last seen:
3 May 2025
×1records
Depth:
20 m

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

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Lion Fish Prod
wind peaks Jan-Feb-Dec, calmest Oct-Apr-Jun, dry Jan-Dec, water 26-29°C.

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: Jul (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (92/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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