Dive-site story
Located among the Krabi local islands offshore from Ao Nang, Koh Yawasam features limestone rock formations sloping into a gentle sandy bottom with scattered coral heads. Divers frequently encounter leopard sharks resting on the sand, while crevices across the reef provide shelter for macro creatures and schooling reef fish. The shallow, sheltered profile makes it a regular stop for local day boats and training dives.
Leopard sharks resting along the sandy seabed
Porous limestone boulders with small swim-throughs and overhangs
Macro subjects including seahorses, pipefish, and nudibranchs hidden around coral blocks
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Northeast monsoon brings stable weather and clearer visibility to the Krabi coastline.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zebra sharkStegostoma tigrinum | Common | ||||||||||||
| Blacktip reef sharkCarcharhinus melanopterus | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Tigertail seahorseHippocampus comes | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Banded sea kraitLaticauda colubrina | Common | ||||||||||||
| Yellowtail barracudaSphyraena flavicauda | Common |
Marine forecast
