Aow Mao
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Quiet Southern Bay
A quiet bay on the south coast used for training dives, with sandy patches and coral bommies.
Depth Range
5–12m
Site Type
bay
Koh Tao & Offshore
Visibility
5–15m
27–30°C
Getting There
15 min boat from Koh Tao
South coast of Koh Tao
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Marine Life
Notable Features
- • Training dive location
- • Calm conditions
- • Sandy bottom practice
Best Time to Visit
About Aow Mao
Aow Mao is a calm bay on Koh Tao's southern coast, primarily used for Open Water training dives and discover scuba programs. The sandy bottom with scattered coral bommies provides a safe, easy environment for beginners while still offering enough marine life to keep things interesting.
Tips
Good for practice sessions. Rarely crowded.
Experience Required
All levels.
Location
GPS: 10.0620°N, 99.8350°E
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