Koh Phai (Bamboo Island)
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Bamboo Island Reef
A beautiful island in the Pattaya outer islands with good reef diving and the nearby HTMS Khram wreck.
Depth Range
3–26m
Site Type
reef
Pattaya & Sattahip
Visibility
8–20m
26–30°C
Getting There
1 hr boat from Pattaya
~18 km from Pattaya
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Marine Life
Notable Features
- • Better visibility than near-shore
- • Near HTMS Khram wreck
- • Day trip destination
Best Time to Visit
About Koh Phai (Bamboo Island)
Koh Phai (Bamboo Island) is one of the more remote islands accessible from Pattaya. Its reef system extends to 26m and benefits from the distance from shore — visibility is generally better than near-shore sites. The island is a popular day trip destination with both reef diving and snorkeling options. The HTMS Khram wreck sits nearby.
Tips
Good day trip combining Koh Phai reef with the HTMS Khram wreck.
Experience Required
All levels.
Location
GPS: 12.8700°N, 100.7200°E
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