Ko Bida Nok
Thailand
During Low season, 16th May till 14th October trips go to The Bida Islands near Koh Phi Phi
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Ko Bida Nok
Welcome to Ko Bida Nok, the outermost of the two 'Bida' islands that mark the southern boundary of the Phi Phi archipelago. In the local dialect, 'Bida' translates to 'father,' suggesting a paternal role for these islands in the…
Listen in the app2The Finger Reef — A Shallow Sanctuary
Our underwater journey begins at the Southern Finger Reef, a shallow spur of coral and rock that extends outward from the main body of Ko Bida Nok. This area is specifically designed by nature for the 'practice dive.' For those…
Listen in the app3The Main Wall — Vertical Complexity
As we round the southern tip, we encounter the Main Wall of Ko Bida Nok. This is where the island's limestone character is most apparent underwater, as the seabed drops away to depths of twelve meters and beyond. …
Listen in the app4Leopard Shark Alley — Finding the Giants
No visit to Ko Bida Nok would be complete without a search for its most famous residents: the leopard sharks. Often found resting on the sandy patches that fringe the island's base, these sharks are a major draw for divers of all…
Listen in the app5Lobster Crevices — Hidden Crustaceans
As we navigate the western side of Ko Bida Nok, the topography becomes more broken and rugged, with a profusion of cracks and deep crevices in the limestone. This is the prime habitat for the island's hidden crustaceans. …
Listen in the app6The North-East Corner — Schools and Currents
Moving toward the north-east corner of the island, we enter an area characterized by more vigorous water movement and a corresponding increase in fish density. This is where the 'schools of fish' often reach their peak…
Listen in the app7The Shallow Nursery — Final Safety Stop
Our tour of Ko Bida Nok concludes in the shallow reef flats near the mooring point. This area, with depths ranging from three to five meters, serves as a natural nursery and is the perfect location for a final safety stop. …
Listen in the app8Ko Bida Nok
As we conclude our exploration of Ko Bida Nok, we are left with a lasting impression of an island that is as dramatic below the waterline as it is above. This limestone sentinel, standing guard at the edge of the Phi Phi islands,…
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What is Ko Bida Nok?
Ko Bida Nok is a place in Thailand with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Thailand |
|---|---|
| Type | Nature |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 7.6544, 98.7676 |
| Last updated |