Koh Rok

Koh Rok
Diving Type boat diving, cave dive, muck dive
Level Suitable for divers of all levels.
Depth 5-30 m
Visibility 10-30 m
Current Mild - Moderate (may have strong current in some areas)
Water Temp 28-30 C
Dive Site
  • Koh Rok Nok
  • Koh Rok Nai
Season The best time to dive at Koh Rok is from November to April. During this time, the weather is dry and sunny, and the seas are calm. However, the islands can be crowded during this time, so it is best to book your trip in advance.
Highlight It is famous for being a rich coral field. Suitable for both scuba diving and snorkeling. There is an easy chance of encountering a shark. There are also many sea turtles, stingrays, squid, and sea slugs. to many types of coral reef fish. 

As for the water channel between Koh Rok Noi and Koh Rok Yai, it is an interesting muck dive spot for macro lovers.

There is also a chance to encounter Harlequin Shrimp, various species of Sea Slugs, Leopard Sharks, Hawksbill Turtles, Squid, Seamoth Fish, Frogfish, Ghost Pipefish, Seahorses, Lion Fish, and if you're lucky, there's even a chance of a Whale Shark or Manta Ray.

General Info

Koh Rok is the Mu Ko Lanta National Park for 25 islands, divided into 4 groups: the five island, Koh Rok, Koh Lanta and Koh Ngai. Koh Haa and Koh Rok usually group together on diving islands at the same time

Koh Rok of the five islands, Koh Rok Noi and Koh Rok Yai (Some are also called Koh Rok Nok and Koh Rok Nai) is the driver of the white drive, clear frequency and concentration. Ideal for diving deep into the water and scuba diving.

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Dive Site (Detail)

Koh Rok Nok

Try the western end of the channel between the two islands. You'll find a good collection of hard corals, probably the main attraction at this site. Barrel sponges are also in evidence, with gorgonian wire corals, sea whips and the odd sea fan adding variety.

Koh Rok Nai

This is the largest island in the archipelago, and it has a long, sloping reef that runs the entire length of the island. The reef is home to a variety of marine life, including schools of fish, moray eels, turtles, and clownfish.

Dive the southwest end of the island and expect to encounter underwater scenery similar to that found around Koh Rok Nok. Fish numbers and variety may be greater here, however, with sweetlips, angelfish, tuna and swarms of baitfish among the species commonly seen.

 

Go There

Koh Rok is located about 25 kilometers from Koh Lanta. There are a number of dive centers and tour operators that offer trips to the islands from Koh Lanta. The boat ride to Koh Rok takes about 1-2 hours.

Traveling to Koh Rok This can be done in several ways as follows:

1. From Koh Lanta

  • It is the most convenient and fastest way. Travel time is approximately 1-2 hours.
  • There are both speed boats and long-tail boats provide service

2. From Laemtong Pier

  • Travel time is approximately 2-3 hours.
  • There are both speed boats and long-tail boats provide service

3. From Phi Phi Island

  • Travel time is approximately 3-4 hours.
  • There is a speed boat available.

4. From Krabi Province

  • It takes approximately 2-3 hours to travel to Laem Tong Pier first.
  • From Laemtong Pier You can travel to Koh Rok using method 2.

5. From Trang Province

  • It takes approximately 3-4 hours to travel to Pak Meng Pier first.
  • From Pak Meng Pier You can charter a boat to go to Koh Rok.

How to Go toTrang

Traveling to Trang Province There are many ways to do it. including cars, vans, buses, trains, and airplanes. If coming by van or tour bus You can choose to get off at a stop that is close to the desired port. If coming by train, you can get off at several large stations such as Trang Station and Kantang Station before connecting to the various ports. Currently there are flights from Bangkok. Fly directly to Trang Province. It takes approximately 1 hour 25 minutes and from Trang Airport. There will be vans, minibuses and taxis into the city. Choose to continue your journey.

  • Airplane: Get off at Trang Airport. There are many airlines providing service.
  • Car: Travel from Bangkok It takes about 8-9 hours. The distance is approximately 750 kilometers. The most convenient route is Take Highway 4 (Petchkasem Road) through Nakhon Pathom, Ratchaburi, Phetchaburi, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Chumphon, Ranong, Phang Nga until Trang Province.
  • Public buses: There are many companies providing services. It takes about 10-12 hours.


Flight Info.

Trang Airport (TST) is approximately 30 kilometers from Trang city. Several airlines offer direct flights from Bangkok. It takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes. There are also direct flights from other airports in Thailand such as Chiang Mai, Hat Yai, Phuket, Krabi. Airlines that operate to Trang Airport (TST) include:
  • Thai Lion Air
  • Nok Air
  • Air Asia
(Please check your flight again before travel planning)


Traveling to Koh Rok, we recommend starting at Koh Lanta as the most convenient way. The nearest airport is Krabi Airport (KBV) From the airport you can take a van or taxi to Laem Tong Pier. It takes about 1-2 hours.

Flights to Krabi : Departure from Bangkok to Krabi Bangkok (BKK, DMK) - Krabi (KBV)

  • Thai Airways
  • Bangkok Airways
  • Thai Air Asia
  • Thai Lion Air
  • Thai Vietjet Air 

Overnight

  • Island: There are many resorts and bungalows available.
  • Beach: There are many types of accommodation. From luxury hotels all the way to the guesthouse
There are many different types of accommodation on Koh Lanta. From luxury resorts to budget guesthouses

Emergency

Hospitals with special clinics for hyperbaric oxygen therapy in Trang Province include:

Watthanapat Hospital, Trang
247/2 Phatthalung Road, Thap Thiang Subdistrict
Muang District, Trang Province 92000
Tel. 0-7520-5555
Emergency call 0-7520-5500, 096-635-3046

https://wattanapat.co.th/hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy-department