Dive-site story
Situated along the sheltered eastern flank of Koh Racha Yai, Bay 1 features a gently sloping sand bottom flanked by hard coral reefs and a collection of artificial reef structures. Concrete cubes, statues, and small submerged objects provide focal points for navigation and training across open sand patches.
Artificial reef structures including concrete cubes and submerged sculptures that draw schooling fish
Sheltered conditions with gentle topography suitable for skills practice and relaxed exploration
Wide sandy plateaus where benthic marine species feed and rest
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Accessible throughout the year due to its sheltered eastern position, with the calmest sea conditions occurring during the northeast monsoon.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluespotted ribbontail rayTaeniura lymma | Common | ||||||||||||
| Chevron barracudaSphyraena qenie | Common | ||||||||||||
| Orbicular batfishPlatax orbicularis | Common | ||||||||||||
| Giant morayGymnothorax javanicus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Broadclub cuttlefishSepia latimanus | Common |
Marine forecast
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