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Koh Wai

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Paradise Island Snorkeling

Beginner

A tiny paradise island with crystal-clear water and a shallow reef perfect for snorkeling and beach time.

Depth Range

3–10m

Site Type

snorkeling

Koh Chang & Koh Rang

Visibility

8–20m

26–30°C

Getting There

45 min boat from Koh Chang

Between Koh Chang and Koh Rang

Live 7-Day Conditions — Koh Wai
SST ~29.5°C
Sun
16 Aug
44
marginal
20km/h W
0.9m
Mon
17 Aug
46
marginal
20km/h W
0.9m
Tue
18 Aug
38
poor
20km/h W
1.1m
Wed
19 Aug
37
poor
23km/h W
1.2m
Thu
20 Aug
19
poor
29km/h W
1.5m
Fri
21 Aug
26
poor
27km/h W
1.4m
Sat
22 Aug
37
poor
23km/h W
1.0m

Marine Life

Reef Fish Anemonefish Starfish

Notable Features

  • Pristine island setting
  • Crystal-clear water
  • Beach and reef combo

Best Time to Visit

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About Koh Wai

Koh Wai is a tiny, barely developed island between Koh Chang and Koh Rang. The clear water and sandy beach make it one of the most picturesque snorkeling spots in the area. The reef is shallow but healthy, and the island's remoteness means the water is often clearer than near Koh Chang.

Tips

Stay for lunch at one of the basic beach restaurants. The south side has the best reef.

Experience Required

None. Snorkeling from beach.

Location

GPS: 11.9300°N, 102.4000°E

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