Dive-site story
Situated off Koh Lipe in the Tarutao National Marine Park, Koh Talang Steps is characterized by dramatic terraced granite boulders descending onto a sandy seabed. These underwater stone tiers create natural shelters and overhangs that harbor macro life alongside sweeping branches of colorful soft corals and sea fans. Tidal movement through the channel brings nutrient-rich currents, fueling dense fish activity around the outer edges of the reef.
Tiered granite rock topography creating shelves, swim-throughs, and boulder cracks
Vibrant purple and orange soft coral gardens covering rock faces
Macro hunting opportunities for rare critter species tucked into crevices
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
The Andaman dry season offers the calmest surface conditions and the best underwater visibility.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Painted frogfishAntennarius pictus | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Tigertail seahorseHippocampus comes | Common | ||||||||||||
| NudibranchNudibranchia | Common | ||||||||||||
| Zebra morayGymnomuraena zebra | Common | ||||||||||||
| Bigeye trevallyCaranx sexfasciatus | Common |
Marine forecast
