About This Spot
Ko Tao / Rocky Bay, Thailand is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Thailand.
Situated in Asia, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With SE–SSE–S winds, peaking from January to December, Ko Tao / Rocky Bay, Thailand delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Best winds November to April. Works best in S and SE.
When to Go
Thailand is a tropical country with its typical high temperature all year round. 25-30°C in the cold season, 35-40+°C in the hot season and 30-35°C during the rainy season. Humidity is always high, even though it's easier to bear during the cold season during which the sun shines. The rainy season is characterized by scattered heavy showers now and then everyday, cloudy weather almost full time.
What to Expect
Flat and shallow water. Very clear and beautiful. Also known as 'Shark Bay', so expect some bigger fish on the reef.
Wind & Conditions
SE · SSE · S
Best wind direction
Best winds November to April. Works best in S and SE.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Flat and shallow water. Very clear and beautiful. Also known as 'Shark Bay', so expect some bigger fish on the reef.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚗No walk to the beach
Bangkok Airport. From the airport take a bus to Pattaya and from there a boat. Koh Tao is an island north of Ko Samui.
Location
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