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Twin Peaks

3.4 — based on 12 community signals
4.3 12 species 32 contributors

Twin Peaks is a year-round dive destination in Thailand with 12 recorded species observations and active community video content.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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Activity
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Marine life
Common octopus

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
17.1 kn
Wave
1.96 m
Water
28.8°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WSW (25%)
Now: WSW (240°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 2.08m

Next: High at 02:00 (+0.97m)

+1.6 m0 m-0.5 m
▲ 02:00 · +0.97m ▼ 08:00 · +0.21m ▲ 14:00 · +0.67m ▼ 19:00 · +0.24m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV5.35 · mod Air PM2.56 · good 06:18 18:26
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 19.6 2.3 5 28mm
09-20 15.5 2.12 9 22mm
09-21 8.6 1.38 8 8mm
09-22 7.5 1.08 8 7mm
09-23 7.6 0.92 2 15mm
09-24 6.9 0.92 1 11mm
09-25 7.3 0.8 2 1mm
🚨 Coral bleaching: Alert Level 1 — active bleaching
DHW: 4.4°C-weeks · NOAA Coral Reef Watch

About this spot

Twin Peaks offers diving opportunities in Thailand outside of any marine protected area. The site has documented species observations and community-generated video content available for divers planning a visit. Year-round access means you can dive here on your schedule, not seasonal windows. The site currently shows coral bleaching alert status, which is important to monitor before booking. Check conditions with local operators closer to your travel dates. With 12 species observations on record, the site supports marine life worth exploring. Three community videos are available online—watch these before arriving to understand what you'll encounter and how to navigate the site safely. Twin Peaks works best when planned with realistic expectations about current conditions. Local dive shops can provide depth, difficulty, water temperature, and visibility details specific to your dive date. Community feedback and video content offer the most current intel on conditions and what to expect underwater.

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Marine life

Common octopus

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 ↔ 9787km · ~2251kg · €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

Can I dive Twin Peaks year-round?

Yes, Twin Peaks is accessible year-round in Thailand. However, conditions vary by season. Contact local dive operators for current water temperature, visibility, and weather before booking your trip.

What marine life is at Twin Peaks?

Twelve species observations have been recorded at the site. Watch the three available community videos to see what divers have documented. Local operators can brief you on current sightings.

Is Twin Peaks inside a marine protected area?

No, Twin Peaks is not inside an MPA. Check with local authorities for any permits or regulations that may apply to diving at this location.

What is the coral bleaching status?

Twin Peaks currently shows a coral bleaching alert. Monitor conditions before your visit and discuss this with local dive operators when planning your trip.

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Verified marine species observations

62 records · 49 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Clibanarius longitarsus

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

Ocypode Weber, 1795

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

Acanthaster planci

Asteroidea · Acanthasteridae
GBIF
Last seen:
13 Jan 2026
×1records

Scopimera inflata

Malacostraca · Dotillidae
GBIF
Last seen:
13 Jan 2026
×1records

Panulirus versicolor

Malacostraca · Palinuridae
GBIF
Last seen:
11 Jan 2026
×1records

Tridacna maxima

Bivalvia · Cardiidae
GBIF
Last seen:
9 Jan 2026
×1records

Anneissia bennetti

Crinoidea · Comatulidae
GBIF
Last seen:
8 Jan 2026
×1records

Scylla olivacea

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

Goniobranchus geminus

Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
OBIS
Last seen:
17 Apr 2019
×1records
Depth:
15 m

Pteraeolidia semperi

ムカデミノウミウシ
Gastropoda · Facelinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
10 Mar 2019
×1records
Depth:
18 m

Hypselodoris kanga

Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
OBIS
Last seen:
11 Feb 2019
×1records
Depth:
16 m

Hypselodoris rudmani

Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
OBIS
Last seen:
11 Feb 2019
×1records
Depth:
16 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

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PADI Dive at Twin Peaks, Koh Tao, Thailand

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Twins Peak and White Rock, KOH TAO, THAILAND

Antoine Chareyre

Dive Thailand - Koh Samui

Amazing Thailand Holidays
wind peaks Jul-Jun-Sep, calmest Mar-Oct-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: Oct (100/100) Worst: Dec (0/100) Now: Sep (58/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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