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Shark Bay (Thian Og Bay) Koh Tao

Koh Tao, Thailand

About Shark Bay (Thian Og Bay) Koh Tao

A sheltered bay where juvenile blacktip reef sharks can be reliably spotted in the shallow waters - one of the few places in the world where you can snorkel with sharks without diving certification. The sharks are small, completely harmless, and the snorkeling from the beach is exceptional.

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📍Thian Og Bay (Shark Bay), South Koh Tao, Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

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Why it works for solo travelers

✓ Comfortable to visit on your own.
✓ Free to visit.

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