Thailand · Spearfishing zone
Samae San Islands area, Gulf of Thailand (near Pattaya/Sattahip)
What this zone is
Overview
How spearfishing is treated at Samae San Islands area, Gulf of Thailand (near Pattaya/Sattahip).
Gulf of Thailand reef/island area near Pattaya cited as a recreational spearfishing destination (shallower, lower visibility than the Andaman side). Note some Samae San zones are under Royal Thai Navy control and may be restricted.
What applies here
Restrictions
Specific rules and limits that apply within this area.
Apnea (breath-hold) only — no scuba. Avoid protected species. Some surrounding waters are navy-controlled / restricted.
When it applies
Seasons
Time-of-year periods that affect spearfishing in this zone.
unknown
On the coast
Location
Approximate reference point for this zone. See the full picture on the interactive map.
12.5667°N, 100.9500°E
View on the mapSource
This zone is documented in the official source below.
Before you dive
License for Thailand
Whether you need a license to spearfish here, and how to get one.