I normally only dive in and around Koh ha, Thailand. One day when TID the boat crew came back from snorkeling on the beach he told me if you climb the rocks you will find a hollow inside where they have a secret lagoon.

Tid on top of Koh Ha Rocks!

I have only been on the beach twice in 6 years as I am a little bit lazy, but when he told me this I wanted to have a look.

After climbing up a few feet the view from on the rocks is quite amazing with a beautifull beach and clear waters. After climbing up a little bit more I was very surprised with the secret lagoon, it is also Amazing! A little bit rocky but the water was crystal clear.

Tid works on the Go Dive Boat. They visit Koh Ha with their big boat every few days and you can enjoy Snorkeling and Scuba Diving.

Anybody who dives in Thailand should seriously give some thought about coming to Koh Lanta and joining a day boat, a Liveaboard or even a sailing boat to enjoy diving at its very best.

Koh Ha Lagoon

I have just dived Koh Ha for the millionth time and again just had one of the best dives of my life. I like the clear warm waters and Koh Ha has an abundance of marine life and corals for the beginner to the professional to enjoy! You can view Nudibranch’s, Turtles, Barracuda, Lionfish, Clown Fish, Moray Eels, Cuttlefish the list is endless and will fill up anyone’s log book.

Seamoth found in Koh Ha Lagoon

For me tho I like the smaller unique creatures and Koh Lanta seems to deliver every time. Where else can you find Devil Scorpiofish, Indian Walkmans, Ghostpipefish, Seamoths, and sometimes Seahorse’s and Harlequin Shrimp all on the same dive.

This very small Ghostpipe fish was great to see

Below are 2 videos of the Seamoths and Ghostpipe Fish. They are very small and unique and both videos where taken in 10 meters of water which makes it great that every diver can get to see.

The Seamoths are always found in pairs and walking around the bottom together. Look at the the one in the back with a bigger nose. One must be a female and the other a male. They where filmed in 4 meters of water which make’s it great for a safety stop. The only problem is tho the do move around and are very hard to spot so your dive guide may need a little time to locate them.

The Ornate Ghostpipe likes to hang vertically in a bush. Its camouflage and colour nearly make it impossible to find. This one is a very small one and hopefully it will hang around for a few months. It’s always nice when you spot something so small and unique. It was also taken in 10 meters of water which makes it perfect for every diver to view.

If your looking for picture post card beaches and warm crystal clear water then Koh Rok snorkeling by speedboat is not to be missed. Its especially great for all the family.

I got a one day trip by speedboat from Koh Lanta which departed at 8.am and returned around 3:30. What I really liked about the trip was you get picked up directly in front of your resort on the beach ( obviously weather permitting) This is a great way to start the tour.

After we headed down Koh Lanta’s stunning coast line picking up all the guests. Travelling to Koh Rok from the south of Koh Lanta Takes around 45 minutes. When you arrive the view is pretty breathtaking with unbelievable clear waters and spectacular beaches lining the Islands.

We got to snorkel 3 times at different locations around the Island for 45 minutes each time. You are provided with a variety of mask sizes, fins and even life jackets for the people who can not swim as well.

In between we went on to the beach for around 2 hours to enjoy the prepared lunch and fruit. It’s unbelievable how Snorkeling makes you so hungry! Some people walked along the beach and found some shade to enjoy. I went snorkeling again straight off the beach with my daughter – just 10 feet away from the beach you can see little Nemo! its simply brilliant for all the family.

Please remember tho to cover up!
I am like many other tourists burnt to a crisp ( my own fault )

A few days ago I buddied up with Brendan and we dove together for a 4 day dive package. Not only does this work out cheaper in the long run but its great as you can take a break in between and not get tired.

Brendan also took a Noitrox Course with Go Dive on Koh Lanta and as we where the only one’s diving with Nitrox we could take our time and explore other parts of the reef where normally I don’t reach.

Now Brendan has been very lucky with getting to view mating Cuttlefish at Hin Daeng, Black Tip Sharks around Koh Phi Phi, Leopard Sharks at Koh Bida, Ghostpipe Fish at Koh Ha, not forgetting Turtles, Barracuda, Lion Fish, Seasnakes, and Nemo!

However the best surprise came after we where about to finish a dive. I noticed allot of fusiliers coming towards the reef in a hurry so I glanced up. A second later my heart was pumping as I signaled to Brendan that in front swimming past was a Whale Shark!

Whale Shark spotted at Koh Ha

So we both quickly left the reef and followed staying at around 19 meters deep, luckily we where diving Nitrox so we could stay deep with it. Then we had to back peddle as the Whale shark turned and swam directly at us. WOW! is all I can say. Also we where very lucky as we where the only one’s who got to see the Whale Shark.

Whale Shark slowly swimming past

Normally no one would have believed us except Brendan had his camera. He wrote me a nice thank you note and also sent me his photo’s which we can see. Thank you!

The diving was so good he also signed up for a 5th day.

Hi Rob

Just a quick email to thank you for the 5 days of diving I did with you & GO Dive, you and the team looked after me brilliantly. The whole experience was very chilled out, relaxing and safe. The food on the boat was great and plenty of it to go around, I’d have no hesitation in recommending diving wih you guys.

Oh and it’s not true what they say about you, anybody that can spot the things you pointed out to me can’t swim around with their eyes cloesd. Also see attached some pics that I took whilst diving with you.

Cheers and I hope to be back soon.

Brendan.

You can have great day’s diving at all the mentioned sites with a choice of 3,4 or 5 days packages. If you like night dives tho and are more interested in 4 dives a day then another great way to experience the best the Andaman Sea has to offer is to join a Liveaboard Trip.

This year has been great as a lot of dive companies have kept there doors open all year round meaning you can dive anytime of the year weather permitting. Some smaller dive operators still continue to close and open with the main season which starts from November till May. This is when the seas are calm and the weather hot!

Chris a divemaster diving around Koh Ha

Koh Ha is a divers paradise with warm clear water and a lagoon area for people learning to dive and snorkel. It also deeper places to dive for the more experienced with caves and swim thru’s and many beautifull soft corals and an abundance of marine life.

In the green season after May till September you are almost gauranteed the dive site to you self. Also now in November you may see around 4 boats moored up where in the high season in December there may be as many as 15 boats moored up.

Koh Ha Lagoon with clear warm waters

This week in Koh Ha has been very special. I have met and dove with some great people to start with. Then I have been very lucky by finding 2 different Ghost Pipe Fish around 24 meters deep and 100 meters apart. But the biggest surprise was a 6 meter Whale Shark cruising by with around 15 Cobias in tow. When I realised at 19 meters deep I only had 20 bar left I decided to surface.

I did not have my camera this day but Brendan my buddy did so as soon has he sends me the photo’s I will post them here. We where the very lucky one’s of this day as we where the only 2 people to see the Whale Shark.

Please don’t make the same mistake as I did and always take your camera. Below are a few photo’s from this weeks diving around Koh Ha and some of the beautifull things you may get to see.

< Nudibranch with an amazing colour display

Peacock Mantis Shrimp

This is the swim over in the cave at Koh Ha Yai

Enjoy your diving!