Tai Pau

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Tai Pau

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Tai Pau is very close to Kamala and consists of a bay with shallow sandy areas and a maximum depth of 12m. It is ideal for Discover Scuba Diving and Open Water courses and a reef lies just to the North with a maximum depth of 18m.

Razorfish and Ghost Pipefish are very common here and as well many blue spotted Stingrays. Generally, there are lots of reef fish.

Dive Activity

Courses and Events

Half-Day trips from Kamala Beach

Half-Day trips from Kamala Beach

Our half-day trips are perfect for anyone who wants to combine diving with a relaxed beach holiday. The dive sites are located just max. 30 minutes along the west coast from Kamala. Your adventure starts at a leisurely 7:45 am and you'll be back by around 1:00 pm.Every trip includes fresh local fruit (bananas, watermelon, pineapple) and cold drinking water. We typically do two relaxed dives, accompanied by our experienced divemasters or instructors.These trips run almost daily from November to April on our traditional longtail boat, specially adapted for diving – a genuine Thailand experience!Our boat has been specially optimised for divers: it features fixed tank holders for safe equipment transport and a sun canopy to protect you from the heat. A sturdy ladder makes it easy for divers and snorkelers* to get in and out of the water.For late risers we also offer afternoon trips on request. And for those looking for something special: we regularly organise night dives (e.g. at the Tin Mine Excavator).

November 2, 2026 +49 More
$92.59
THB 3,000.00

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
41 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 600

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Wrasse

Wrasse
26 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 27

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Barracuda

Barracuda
24 Sightings
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Green Turtle

Green Turtle
17 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 28

Udo Kefrig
Clownfish

Clownfish
111 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 40

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Triggerfish

Triggerfish
77 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 90

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Angelfish

Angelfish
76 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 12

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Lionfish

Lionfish
75 Sightings
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20
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13

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Total number of species approx.: 130

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Butterfly Fish

Butterfly Fish
74 Sightings
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12

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Total number of species approx.: 8

Alamy-Reinhard Dirscherl
Bannerfish

Bannerfish
43 Sightings
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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.: 130

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Pufferfish

Pufferfish
40 Sightings
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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.: 90

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Goatfish

Goatfish
24 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 120

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Cuttlefish

Cuttlefish
20 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 100

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Parrotfish

Parrotfish
15 Sightings
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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.: 250

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Scorpionfish

Scorpionfish
12 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 150

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Sweetlips and Grunts

Sweetlips and Grunts
11 Sightings
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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.: 350

Alamy-Andre Seal
Damselfish

Damselfish
10 Sightings
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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.: 3000

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Nudibranch

Nudibranch
10 Sightings
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Dive Sites Nearby

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Merlin House Reef <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.2)</span>

Merlin House Reef (★4.2)

This reef is accessable directly from the beach in front of the Marriott Merlin Beach Resort & Spa Hotel.It's very important to check the tide tables prior to heading there, as the reef is only accessible during the high tide period with a recommended minimum water level of 1.5 meters.
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Paradise Beach Anemone Reef <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.1)</span>

Paradise Beach Anemone Reef (★4.1)

Paradise Beach, is a popular shallow dive/snorkel site accessible by road or longtail boat. Depths usually range from 6-12m, featuring coral bommies and sandy bottoms. It’s renowned for its anemones and clownfish, alongside moray eels, shrimps, and occasional stingrays. Good for beginners and macro photography.
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Paradise Deep Rock <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.3)</span>

Paradise Deep Rock (★4.3)

Paradise Beach Deep Rock, is an advanced dive site extending off the reef. Featuring large coral bommies and rock formations, it drops to 16-30m. Look for unique macro life like frogfish, reef fish, and larger species such as barracuda and tuna in the blue. Currents can be strong, offering drift opportunity.
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Nakaley <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★3.9)</span>

Nakaley (★3.9)

Nakaley reef is about 200 meter long. About 10 meters from the beach starts the reef stretching out into the sea 50 meters and running exactly from north to south. The reef gradually drops to 12 - 14 meters depth in front of a sandy bottom. The reef is good for beach diving or boat approach by sea.