Koh Man Wichai

Koh Man Wichai is a reef dive site located among the Far Islands off Pattaya, Thailand, reaching a maximum depth of 25 metres with the shallowest point at around 6 metres. The defining feature of the site is a series of coral-covered ridges known as "the fingers," which extend outward from the reef like the spread of a hand, creating sloping reefs and rocky formations across the dive area.

The reef holds a solid range of marine life, including blue-spotted stingrays, blue-spotted ribbontail rays, pufferfish, porcupine puffers, fusiliers, moray eels, wrasse, snapper, butterflyfish, scorpionfish, bamboo sharks, anemonefish, nudibranchs, whip coral gobies, and shrimp. The site's structure and abundance of subjects make it a good fit for underwater photographers.

Conditions run to light current and visibility between 5 and 15 metres, with the best conditions during the dry season. The site is rated beginner difficulty, though intermediate divers also dive here comfortably. Buoyancy control is worth particular attention to avoid contact with the delicate coral ridges.