DIVING IN THAILAND
Learn to dive in Thailand
Thailand is one of the best places in the world to learn to dive, with beginner-friendly conditions and top-rated dive schools on Koh Tao and Phi Phi.
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Diving in Thailand for all levels
Whether you're trying diving for the first time or looking to take your skills to the next level, Thailand is one of the best places in the world to explore underwater. We offer diving courses for beginners as well as advanced certifications for experienced divers. Already certified? Join a Fundive and discover some of Thailand's most spectacular dive sites.
Most beginner courses take just 5 days, making it easy to add a diving certification to your Thailand adventure.
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Get a diving license in Thailand
Thailand offers great diving that is perfect for the beginner. We collaborate with serious diving operators in Thailand so that you can feel safe in your diving education. Get your PADI Open Water and Advanced Water diving certificate in Thailand. Check out the courses we offer and if you have any questions or concerns about which courses match your level of knowledge, talk to us.
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Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know before diving in Thailand!
Thailand can be divided into two areas when it comes to diving, the Gulf of Thailand on the east coast and the Andaman Sea on the west coast. Both areas are home to diving centers that are open all year round, as the weather in Thailand is warm enough during all seasons. The water temperature is lovely 26-30 °C.
In the Gulf of Thailand (here you will find Pattaya, Koh Chang and Koh Tao, among others), diving is possible all year round, but between November and March the conditions are best. From April to August, diving conditions are usually less predictable.
In the Andaman Sea (where Phuket, Koh Phi Phi and Koh Lanta are located), diving is best between January and April when you have the best visibility. From April to October, there is more movement in the water and visibility deteriorates.
No. Thailand is one of the best places in the world for beginners, with warm water, good visibility, and plenty of beginner-friendly dive sites. Most travelers start with a PADI Open Water course and get certified in just a few days.
Koh Tao and Phi Phi are among the most popular destinations for new divers. More experienced divers often head to the Similan Islands, Koh Lanta, or Richelieu Rock for spectacular marine life and advanced dive sites.
Most Open Water courses take 3 to 4 days to complete. After certification, you'll be able to dive independently with a buddy anywhere in the world.
Thailand is one of the most affordable places in the world to learn scuba diving. Prices vary between dive schools and locations, but certification courses are generally much cheaper than in Europe, Australia, or North America.
Absolutely. From colorful coral reefs and tropical marine life to world-class dive sites and affordable certification courses, Thailand offers some of the best diving experiences in Southeast Asia.
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Fundives in Thailand for advanced divers
If you already have a diving certificate and are an experienced diver, you can choose to go on organized diving excursions, so-called Fundives, which often include accommodation, food and several dives!
Go fundiving if you already have a certificate
You should go diving in Thailand if you are...
...a complete beginner
Thailand's warm waters, great visibility and relaxed island vibe make it one of the easiest places in the world to learn to dive.
...a marine life enthusiast
Dive among colorful coral reefs, tropical fish, sea turtles and, if you're lucky, even whale sharks.
...looking for an adventure on a budget
Get your diving certification, join fun dives and explore world-class dive sites without breaking the bank.
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