Koh Phi Phi

★★★★★ (1,126)

Koh Phi Phi is a fantastic scuba diving destination due to its stunning coral reefs, vibrant marine life, clear waters, and diverse dive sites suitable for all levels of experience.

Koh Phi Phi boasts diverse marine life, including reef sharks, sea turtles, manta rays, and vibrant coral reefs, creating an unforgettable underwater experience.

Dive Activity

Courses and Events

Deep Diving

Deep Diving

The SSI Deep Diving Specialty will teach you all you need to dive to depths between 18 and 40 meters, through a mixture of academic sessions and open water dives. You will learn to plan and safely complete your deep diving adventures and use computers and gas consumption calculations to get the most from your deep dives. Upon completion, you will earn your SSI Deep Diving Specialty certification and be able to explore beautiful deep dive sites wherever you choose. This SSI Specialty is also a prerequisite for some advanced training, making it the next logical step to take in your dive education.

June 29, 2026 +5 More
$284.66
THB 9,500.00
Open Water Diver

Open Water Diver

This globally recognized certification program is the best way to begin your lifelong adventures as a certified scuba diver. Personalized training is combined with in-water practice sessions to ensure you have the skills and experience required to become truly comfortable underwater. You will earn the SSI Open Water Diver certification.

June 30, 2026 +10 More
$356.58
THB 11,900.00

Potential Wildlife Sightings

Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 200

Alamy-WaterFrame
Moray Eel

Moray Eel
122 Sightings
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18
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0
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20
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5
M
5
J
2
J
11
A
13
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3
O
7
N
19
D
19

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 27

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Barracuda

Barracuda
45 Sightings
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11
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0
M
10
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0
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0
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0
J
4
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6
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2
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12
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0
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Hawksbill Turtle

Hawksbill Turtle
30 Sightings
J
9
F
7
M
0
A
0
M
0
J
0
J
0
A
0
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0
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14
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0
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Green Turtle

Green Turtle
25 Sightings
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0
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0
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8
A
4
M
0
J
0
J
0
A
0
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3
O
0
N
0
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10

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 28

Udo Kefrig
Clownfish

Clownfish
126 Sightings
J
12
F
7
M
19
A
3
M
6
J
6
J
10
A
16
S
2
O
6
N
23
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16

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 12

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Lionfish

Lionfish
99 Sightings
J
13
F
0
M
12
A
0
M
5
J
3
J
3
A
13
S
4
O
6
N
19
D
21

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 130

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Pufferfish

Pufferfish
89 Sightings
J
13
F
0
M
13
A
0
M
0
J
2
J
3
A
15
S
3
O
8
N
18
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14
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Blacktip Reef Shark

Blacktip Reef Shark
85 Sightings
J
16
F
13
M
19
A
4
M
0
J
0
J
4
A
9
S
2
O
6
N
0
D
12

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 90

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Angelfish

Angelfish
83 Sightings
J
15
F
0
M
8
A
0
M
0
J
3
J
6
A
13
S
0
O
5
N
21
D
12

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 100

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Parrotfish

Parrotfish
76 Sightings
J
12
F
0
M
11
A
4
M
0
J
0
J
3
A
7
S
2
O
5
N
20
D
12
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 8

Alamy-Reinhard Dirscherl
Bannerfish

Bannerfish
74 Sightings
J
14
F
8
M
0
A
0
M
3
J
0
J
2
A
11
S
3
O
9
N
24
D
0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 130

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Butterfly Fish

Butterfly Fish
64 Sightings
J
14
F
0
M
0
A
0
M
4
J
4
J
6
A
12
S
0
O
0
N
13
D
11

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 85

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Surgeonfish

Surgeonfish
29 Sightings
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8
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0
M
0
A
3
M
0
J
0
J
0
A
7
S
3
O
0
N
8
D
0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 40

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Triggerfish

Triggerfish
29 Sightings
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9
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0
M
0
A
0
M
4
J
0
J
2
A
0
S
0
O
0
N
14
D
0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 90

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Goatfish

Goatfish
21 Sightings
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0
F
0
M
0
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0
M
0
J
0
J
0
A
6
S
3
O
4
N
8
D
0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 150

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Sweetlips and Grunts

Sweetlips and Grunts
18 Sightings
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0
F
0
M
0
A
0
M
0
J
2
J
0
A
4
S
3
O
0
N
9
D
0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 250

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Grouper/Basslets

Grouper/Basslets
17 Sightings
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0
F
0
M
0
A
0
M
0
J
0
J
8
A
9
S
0
O
0
N
0
D
0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 350

Alamy-Andre Seal
Damselfish

Damselfish
17 Sightings
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8
F
0
M
0
A
0
M
0
J
0
J
0
A
0
S
0
O
0
N
9
D
0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 25

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Boxfish

Boxfish
13 Sightings
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0
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0
M
0
A
0
M
0
J
0
J
4
A
5
S
4
O
0
N
0
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0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 3

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Trumpetfish

Trumpetfish
12 Sightings
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0
F
0
M
0
A
0
M
0
J
0
J
0
A
4
S
0
O
0
N
8
D
0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 15

Shutterstock-Hans Gert Broeder
Garfish

Garfish
10 Sightings
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0
F
0
M
0
A
0
M
0
J
2
J
0
A
0
S
0
O
0
N
8
D
0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 250

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Scorpionfish

Scorpionfish
9 Sightings
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0
F
0
M
0
A
0
M
0
J
0
J
2
A
7
S
0
O
0
N
0
D
0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 120

SSI-Peter-Schinck
Cuttlefish

Cuttlefish
4 Sightings
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0
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0
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0
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0
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0
J
0
J
0
A
4
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0
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0
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0
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0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 7000

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Crab

Crab
4 Sightings
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0
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0
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0
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0
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0
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0
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0
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4
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0
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0
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0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 3000

SSI-Peter-Schinck
Nudibranch

Nudibranch
4 Sightings
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0
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0
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0
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0
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0
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0
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4
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0

Dive Centers Catering This Dive Site

Blue Planet Divers

Blue Planet Divers

150/1 Moo 1, Saladaan, 81150 Koh Lanta, Krabi, Thailand
Whale Wish Diving

Whale Wish Diving

79/115 Soi Saiyuan, Rawai, 83100 Mueang Phuket, Phuket, Thailand
Scubadeep, Scubadeep Patong

Scubadeep, Scubadeep Patong

186 Taweewong Road, 83150 Phuket, Thailand
Aquadive Thailand

Aquadive Thailand

80 moo1 Tumbon Kathu, 83120 Phuket, Thailand

Phi Phi Cabana Diving

103 Moo 7, 81210 Krabi, Thailand

ScubaGold Phuket

79/113 Moo 7, Soi Saiyuan, Rawai, 83130 Phuket, Thailand

Phuket Dive Tours - Patong

33 Sainamyen Patong, 83150 Phuket, Thailand

Sirolodive

43/52 Viset Road, T. Rawai, 83130 Phuket, Thailand

Champagne Diving

36/10 Moo 2, Soi Palai, Chalong, Muaeng, 83130 Phuket, Thailand

Flip Flop Divers

362 Moo 2, Phra Ae, Saladan, Koh Lanta, 81150 Krabi, Thailand

Sea Bees Diving Phi Phi

49 Moo 8 Phi Phi Island, Ao Nang,, 81000 Krabi, Thailand

HKT Kids Dive Club

65/269 Moo 2, Vichit, Muang Phuket, 83000 Phuket, Thailand

Blue Cat Scuba Diving Center

soi 10 35/221 Chao Fah Village,Chao Fha Garden Home 5, Vichee, Phuket town, 83000 Phuket, Thailand

Dive Sites Nearby

Mares, Janez Kranjc
Bida Nok Deep Site <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.6)</span>

Bida Nok Deep Site (★4.6)

Deeper sections compared to the shallower reefs around Koh Bida Nok, deeper areas reaching around 30 meters. Popular dive site known for its dramatic limestone cliffs, steep walls, swim-throughs and diverse marine life, offering a variety of depths suitable for divers of different experience levels.
Palm Beach Divers Co., Ltd, 81150 Krabi
Koh Bida Nok <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.7)</span>

Koh Bida Nok (★4.7)

This is one our favourite dive sites since it has the widest range of wildlife. The reef gently slopes down from the island apart from the wall at the south west which drops 22-26 meters.
Palm Beach Divers Co., Ltd, 81150 Krabi
Koh Bida Nai <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.5)</span>

Koh Bida Nai (★4.5)

One of many dive sites at Phi Phi islands. Small rocky island south from Phi Phi Lee. Diving depht starts at 5 meters and goes to 30 meters plus. This site lies just to the north of Koh Bida Nok and is made of limestone cliffs hosting a large array of marine life.
Scubapro, Stephen Frink
Whale Shark Wall, Ko Phi Phi <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.2)</span>

Whale Shark Wall, Ko Phi Phi (★4.2)

Situated on the east side of Phi Phi Ley, Palong Bay is the next bay north of the famous Maya Bay, made famous by the movie “The Beach.” This dive is relatively easy and is rarely affected by currents. The dive heads south from Palong Bay towards Maya Bay.
Palm Beach Divers Co., Ltd, 81150 Krabi
Maya Corner, Maya Bay <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.5)</span>

Maya Corner, Maya Bay (★4.5)

Found on the west side of Koh Phi Phi Lei is the beautiful Maya Bay, made famous for being the location of the movie ‘The Beach.’ The dive site of Maya Corner starts just inside the bay’s northern entrance, and follows the coastline north. It is a steep shelved reef, with occasional sections of walls.
Mares
Pileh Wall 2 <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.3)</span>

Pileh Wall 2 (★4.3)

Pileh Wall, on Phi Phi Leh, is a vibrant wall dive dropping to 20m. It’s renowned for colorful soft corals, gorgonian fans, and offers encounters with blacktip reef sharks in shallower areas. You’ll also find various reef fish, moray eels, and possibly turtles. Perfect for all dive levels.
Pura Vida Phi Phi, 81000 Krabi
Malong Bay/Turtle Rock <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.7)</span>

Malong Bay/Turtle Rock (★4.7)

On the West side of Phi Phi Leh , north of Maya Bay, there is the bay of Malong, a frequented dive site between December and May, only dived occasionally during the Monsoon season.
Scubapro
Pileh Wall 1 <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.7)</span>

Pileh Wall 1 (★4.7)

Pileh Wall, on Phi Phi Leh, is a vibrant wall dive dropping to 20m. It’s renowned for colorful soft corals, gorgonian fans, and offers encounters with blacktip reef sharks in shallower areas. You’ll also find various reef fish, moray eels, and possibly turtles. Perfect for all dive levels.
Mares
Palong Wall <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.4)</span>

Palong Wall (★4.4)

Renowned for its wall diving. With depths to 18 meters, it suits all levels. It features dramatic cliffs underwater, sloping reefs, and numerous small caverns and swim-throughs. Currents are typically mild, making it a spectacular and relaxing dive site.
Palm Beach Divers Co., Ltd, 81150 Koh Lanta
Palong Bay <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.4)</span>

Palong Bay (★4.4)

Situated on the east side of Phi Phi Ley, Palong Bay is the next bay north of the famous Maya Bay, made famous by the movie “The Beach.” This dive is s relatively simple one and is rarely affected by currents. The dive heads south from Palong Bay towards Maya Bay.
Palm Beach Divers Co., Ltd, 81150 Krabi
RTN Kled Gaeow (Wreck) <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.5)</span>

RTN Kled Gaeow (Wreck) (★4.5)

Decommissioned in 2014, the ship was donated and purposely sunk via controlled explosion to create a new dive site on 19 March 2014. The 47 metre long wreck sits almost upright (20 degree list) facing north to south (bow-stern), some 800-1000m to the east of Piley Bay (Ko Phi Phi Ley).
Pura Vida Phi Phi, 81000 Krabi
Garang Heang/Hin Klai <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.7)</span>

Garang Heang/Hin Klai (★4.7)

This side is a submerged Pinnacle covered in coral, not as frequented as other dive sites in the region as it is not a suitable site for beginners or students.
Palm Beach Divers Co., Ltd, 81150 Krabi
Viking Cave <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.7)</span>

Viking Cave (★4.7)

Viking Cave has a striking bay and a beautiful cave above the water, but the real deal is underwater a few hundred meters to the north of Viking Cave. A few years ago, the Phuket Marine Conservation department put down a beautiful artificial reef to re-establish marine life after the tsunami.
Palm Beach Divers Co., Ltd, 81150 Krabi
Mushroom Rock <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.5)</span>

Mushroom Rock (★4.5)

Mushroom Rock is the first dive site after the northern tip of Phi Phi Ley, on the west side of the island. A site formed of large pinnacles reaching the surface including the one shaped like a mushroom.
Mares, Janez Kranjc
Hin Klai <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.2)</span>

Hin Klai (★4.2)

Just 2 kms east of Koh Phi Phi lies the submerged and less-often dived submerged pinnacle of Hin Klai (sometimes called Gareng Heng). This gently sloping pinnacle begins at around 6m, dropping to around 13m on the east side and 17m on the west side.
Aqualung
Tonsai Wall <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.7)</span>

Tonsai Wall (★4.7)

Tonsai Wall, near Phi Phi Don, is a captivating wall dive reaching 18-30m. Known for its impressive fan corals, diverse nudibranchs, and potential tigertail seahorse sightings. It also boasts beautiful table and staghorn corals in the shallows, making it suitable for divers of all levels.
Aqualung
Ton Sai Beach <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.3)</span>

Ton Sai Beach (★4.3)

Tonsai Bay is used as a confined water training area, with a Buoy lined area to protect beginners from local boat traffic, this is an ideal place to begin your underwater adventures
Mares, Janez Kranjc
Ao Nui <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.2)</span>

Ao Nui (★4.2)

It’s often visited by local operators and some Krabi dive centers, offering depths up to around 20-25 meters. The site features a reef slope and rocky floor, with a mini wall. Visibility is generally good, and currents are typically mild, making it suitable for all dive levels.
Mares, Predrag Vuckovic
Mosquito Island Reef <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.3)</span>

Mosquito Island Reef (★4.3)

This uninhabited islet offers a superb diving spot, particularly around its multi-headed pinnacle, with depths typically around 15 meters. While it has faced closures for reef recovery, it generally provides clear waters and diverse underwater topography.