PADI Open Water Course
฿16,000 per person
Learn To Scuba Dive in Paradise with a Personal Scuba Instructor - No Large Groups.
- No Experience Needed
- Six Coral Reef Dives
- Three Day Course
- Breakfast & Lunch Onboard
- PADI eLearing Included
- Personal Scuba Instructor
- Return Hotel Transfers
- Fully Inclusive
Earn youR Diving Certification
Over 2,000 beginners have been certified with Thailand Divers.
With flexible eLearning, pool sessions that build confidence, followed by open water dives that reveal the magic of the ocean depths in Phuket.
Day 1
Pool
We will collect you from your hotel at 8.30am and transfer you to the pool where your scuba instructor will be waiting. Learn how to dive in the multi level scuba diving pool - we normally get you back to your hotel around 2-3pm.
Day 2
Three Coral Reef Training Dives
07.30am hotel pick up and transfer to the day trip diving boat. Breakfast is served whilst we sail to the Racha Islands for your first amazing coral reef dive. We will do three training dives during the day - back around 5pm.
Day 3
Koh Racha Islands
07.30 hotel pick up and onto the day trip boat. The first dive of the day will be your final open water training dive so the final two dives of the day are just for fun so you can truly experience the amazing colours and varied marine life.
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Padi Open Water Diver Course
Three Days - Six Dives - ฿16,000
Start learning to scuba dive today with the free PADI eLearning access available in many languages
PADI E-Learning Access Included
PADI E-Learning Included
STArt learning today
Do the theroy lessons online before you come to Thailand
Day Two + Three
Koh Racha Islands
These amazing islands are located one and a half hours boat journey from the mainland of Phuket - you will do three dives during the day
Book Today
Padi Open Water Diver Course
Three Days - Six Dives - ฿16,000
Start learning to scuba dive today with the free PADI eLearning access available in many languages
Personal Scuba Insurance Included
To make this a safe and enjoyable experience we include full personal scuba diving insurance with all scuba diving courses as most holiday insurance does not cover scuba all activities.
3 Day Course Schedule
Ready For Adventure
Day 1:
Your Journey Begins Dive into adventure!
Your day starts with a convenient hotel pick-up at 8:30 AM, whisking you away to the scuba pool. Meet your experienced instructor, ready to guide you through your foundational training. By the day's end, you'll be comfortable breathing underwater, mastering basic equipment skills, and feeling excited for the wonders ahead.
Days 2 and 3:
Unveiling the Deep Blue
Rise and shine! Early morning transfers (7:00 AM) bring you to Chalong Pier, where the day trip boat awaits. Prepare for Six dives over the next two days, each revealing breathtaking coral reefs beneath the surface. Witness vibrant coral reefs teeming with life, encounter captivating marine creatures, and feel the thrill of weightless exploration.
Padi Open Water Course
Explore
As a certified PADI Open Water Diver, you have the freedom to dive with another certified scuba diver to a maximum depth of 18 meters anywhere in the world.
The PADI Open Water course covers all the essential skills needed to learn to dive, including scuba diving equipment, a buddy diving system, communication with others underwater, and scuba dive planning.
Additionally, it covers boat diving procedures, health in diving, breathing air at depth, primary compass navigation, and practical application skills in open water training dives.
PADI Open Water Course Phuket
Fully Inclusive - No Hidden Extras
Everything is included and taken care of for you so all need to do is enjoy the amazing diving that Phuket has to offer
PADI Online Learning Access
Do the theory in your language online prior to the course.
Visit Six Dive Sites
You will visit a wide variety of dive sites during the Open Water course.
Meals and Drinks
Breakfast and lunch are served onboard the day trip boat - days 2 + 3
Private Scuba Instructor
Every group of 2+ people will have their own Private Scuba Instructor.
Full Set Rental Scuba Gear
New and Regularly maintained scuba gear with Suunto computers.
Retrun Hotel Transfers
07:00 - 07:30 Hotel Pick up by air conditioned mini van
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I place a reservation?
Step One:
Review the PADI Diver Medical form
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Step Two:
Message us on WhatsApp or via the Contact Us page, and we will do an availability check for you.
What is the PADI Open Water Diver Course schedule?
Day One
08:30 – Hotel pick up
– Practical scuba pool sessions
– Practical scuba equipment sessions
14:00 – 15:00 – Return back to your hotel
Day Two
07:00 – Hotel pick up
07:45 – Arrive at Chalong Pier and join the day trip boat.
08:30 – Freshly prepared Breakfast is served whilst sailing to the Racha Islands.
10:15 – First training dive of the day at Koh Racha Noi Island
11:45 – Thai buffet lunch is served onboard
13:00 – Second training dive of the day
14:00 – Sail to Koh Racha Yai Island
15:30 Third training dive of the day
16:30 – Sail back to Phuket
17:30-18:00 – Return back to your hotel
Day Three
07:00 – Hotel pick up
07:45 – Arrive at Chalong Pier and join the day trip boat.
08:30 – Freshly prepared Breakfast is served whilst sailing to the Racha Islands.
10:15 – Final training dive of the day at Koh Racha Noi Island
11:45 – Thai buffet lunch is served onboard
13:00 – First fun dive as a qualified open water diver
14:00 – Sail to Koh Racha Yai Island
15:30 – Final fun dive of the PADI Open water diver course.
16:30 – Sail back to Phuket
17:30-18:00 – Return back to your hotel
Is scuba diving insurance included?
YES.
We register all of our students with DiveAssist.org, a leading provider of scuba diving insurance. This means that you will receive a personal scuba diving insurance policy sent to your email address after signing up for the course.
For full details of your coverage, including the Definitions, Provisions, and Exclusions that apply, please click here. Diver Accident Insurance Document / Diver Insurance Policy Wording Document
If you have any questions about your scuba diving insurance policy, please do not hesitate to contact us at Thailand Divers.
Do I need to be able to swim to go on the PADI Open Water Diver Course?
Yes you should be relatively comfortable in the water to enjoy scuba diving although it’s normal to be a little nervous. If you generally feel comfortable in the deep end of a swimming pool you will likely have fun diving.
To get your Padi Open Water course Certification you’ll need to pass a watermanship assessment for scuba diving which in general means you should be able to tread water/ float for 10 minutes and swim 200 meters (or snorkel 300 meters) without stopping. There is no time limit and you can use any swimming strokes that work for you.
If you are a non swimmer then the Explore Scuba Diving Course is for you.
What is the medical requirement for the PADI Open Water Diver Course?
Scuba Diving requires a minimum level of health and fitness. Anyone, regardless of age, with shortness of breath, blurred vision, or any form of chest pain may need to reconsider diving. Avoid disappointment and review the PADI Diver Medical form to ensure you won’t need a physician’s approval to dive before enrolling in the PADI Open Water Diver Course.
Can anyone scuba dive?
Anyone over 10 years old and in good health can participate in the PADI Open Water Diver Course.
What time will I get picked up from my hotel?
Day One: 8.30 am pick up
Day Two: 7.00 am pick up
Day Three: 7.00 am pick up
The exact pick-up time will depend on your hotel location and this will be provided upon booking.
MESSAGE US for exact pick up and return times.
What time will I get back to my hotel?
These times are a guide as they can change due to weather conditions and currents.
Arrive at Chalong Pier: 17.00 – 17.30
Arrive at Patong Beach: 18.00 – 18.30
MESSAGE US for exact pickup and return times.
Special Dietary Requirements?
While we may not be able to accommodate every requirement please let us know in advance and we’ll make every effort to ensure there is food available for you. In addition, we can help you store your own food on the day trip boat if required.
Cancelations and Refunds
We understand that sometimes things come up and you may need to reschedule your booking. We will do our best to accommodate your request and move your booking to a different date if possible. However, if this is not possible, we will issue you a refund according to the following policy:
- For cancellations made more than 7 days in advance of your booking date, you will receive a FULL REFUND minus a ฿3,500 per person PADI eLearning Registration fees.
- For cancellations made within 7 days of your booking date, NO REFUND will be issued.
- If we have to cancel your trip due to poor weather conditions a FULL REFUND will be issued minus a ฿3,500 PADI eLearning Registration fee.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
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Great experience from start to finished. Well run. Hire gear in great condition. I'd use these guys again for sure. Thanks.
Andrew N
Brisbane, Australia
Nice and professional staff in their office, friendly and effectively crew on the dive boat and Daniel took full care of us as divemaster, very well done !
Peter N
USA
Scuba diving in Phuket is just amazing and the waters so warm no real need for a wetsuit. We had the best time and wouldn’t hesitate to book again 🙂
Sturty
United Kingdom
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