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Koh Wao

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Clear Water Paradise

Beginner Good Now

An island in the Ang Thong group with excellent visibility and a shallow reef popular with snorkeling tours.

Depth Range

1–15m

Site Type

reef

Ang Thong Marine Park

Visibility

8–20m

27–30°C

Getting There

1.5 hr from Koh Samui

~30 km NW of Koh Samui

Live 7-Day Conditions — Koh Wao
SST ~30.4°C
Mon
17 Aug
50
marginal
25km/h W
0.5m
Tue
18 Aug
50
marginal
27km/h W
0.4m
Wed
19 Aug
43
marginal
31km/h W
0.6m
Thu
20 Aug
43
marginal
29km/h W
0.7m
Fri
21 Aug
54
marginal
24km/h SW
0.6m
Sat
22 Aug
59
marginal
25km/h SW
0.4m
Sun
23 Aug
49
marginal
25km/h W
0.4m

Marine Life

Reef Fish Sea Turtles Anemonefish Parrotfish

Notable Features

  • Excellent visibility
  • Part of Ang Thong tours
  • Sheltered bays

Best Time to Visit

Jan
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About Koh Wao

Koh Wao is one of the most visited snorkeling stops in Ang Thong Marine Park, known for its clear water and accessible reef. The island's sheltered bays provide calm conditions for snorkeling, with coral gardens starting right from the waterline. It's a reliable stop on most Ang Thong day trips from Koh Samui.

Tips

Part of most Ang Thong day trips. The east side has the best coral.

Experience Required

All levels. Great for first-time snorkelers.

Location

GPS: 9.6250°N, 99.6800°E

Freedive Koh Wao With Us

We run trips to Koh Wao from Koh Samui. Maximum 3 students per trip. All equipment and safety gear provided.

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