If you only have 1 day, are scared of deep water, or cannot swim, our Discover Scuba Diving Koh Tao experience is for you! This is your chance to explore your new underwater adventure. No license is needed. Dive in Koh Tao
Price range: ฿2,750 through ฿4,750
Discover Scuba Diving Koh Tao is the perfect one-day adventure for anyone curious about the ocean. Our Discover Scuba Diving program, also known as DSD Discover Scuba Diving, is specifically designed to give beginners a safe and fun introduction to scuba diving. This Discover Scuba Diving for Beginners session lets you practice essential skills in shallow water before exploring vibrant reefs. Are you wondering What is Discover Scuba Diving? With Koh Tao Discover Scuba Diving, you get to enjoy clear waters, abundant marine life, and all under direct guidance from certified PADI instructors, without needing a license or prior experience.
For those who want a quick yet unforgettable first-time diving experience, Nava Scuba Diving offers a tailored Discover Scuba Diving Koh Tao session that’s perfect for beginners. You’ll begin with a simple introduction to essential skills in a safe, shallow-water environment, gaining confidence and comfort before venturing into open water.
If you decide to continue with the full PADI Open Water course after your Discover Scuba Diving session, you can sign up right away and receive an exclusive discount. Completing the Open Water certification takes just two additional days, allowing you to dive independently up to 18 meters and explore more of Koh Tao and the world’s stunning underwater landscapes.
Whether you’re trying scuba diving for the first time or planning to continue your diving journey, this experience is designed to be safe and fun, all delivered with the expert guidance and personal touch that define Nava Scuba Diving.
Discover Scuba Diving Koh Tao is perfect for first-time divers, as no prior experience or swimming skills are needed. Our certified PADI instructors provide gentle guidance, making it easy to get started and feel comfortable underwater. Even beginners can enjoy the thrill of breathing underwater and exploring the ocean in a safe, supportive environment. For those ready to take it further, our most popular 2-dive option lets you enjoy more time underwater while experiencing the friendly guidance and personal touch that make Nava Scuba Diving special.
Not being able to swim won’t stop you from experiencing Discover Scuba Diving Koh Tao. Our certified instructors will guide you step by step, helping you feel safe and comfortable in the water. You’ll learn essential skills and gain confidence in a supportive environment, so swimming skill is definitely not a barrier to enjoying your first dive.
If you later decide to continue with the PADI Open Water course, you will need to meet the swimming requirement: floating for 10 minutes and swimming 200 meters. Our instructor can teach and guide you throughout the course. Until then, you can fully enjoy your Discover Scuba Diving experience with expert guidance and personal care from Nava Scuba Diving.
Your Discover Scuba Diving Koh Tao session includes everything you need for a smooth and enjoyable first dive. All required scuba diving equipment is complimentary, including the DSD Discover Scuba Diving eLearning material for you. You’ll also enjoy a delicious Thai lunch with either meat or vegetarian options, and a convenient pick-up service from most locations on Koh Tao. Scuba diving insurance is also included, allowing you to focus on learning and exploring with confidence.
Check out the complete list of what’s included in your Discover Scuba Diving Koh Tao experience below.
The Discover Scuba Diving Koh Tao experience is designed to be completed in just one day, giving you a full introduction to scuba in a relaxed and safe environment. The day starts with a short theory session to cover essential knowledge, followed by confined water practice to master basic skills, and open water dives if you opted for. If you choose our 2-dive option, you’ll practice the confined water portion in the ocean before exploring Koh Tao’s vibrant reefs under the close guidance of our certified PADI instructors, ensuring a memorable and enjoyable first scuba diving experience.
*This schedule can be changed due to the weather and other factors
The Discover Scuba Diving Koh Tao experience is divided into two essential sections and one optional section, designed to give you a complete and safe introduction to scuba diving. Whether it’s your first time in the water or you’re considering continuing to a PADI Open Water course, each step is structured to build confidence and skills under the guidance of our certified instructors.
Before your first dive, our professional PADI instructors guide you through a classroom session covering the basics:
This session ensures you feel prepared and confident, setting the stage for a safe and enjoyable first Discover Scuba Diving.
Next, you’ll practice essential skills in shallow water, almost similar to Confined Water 1 section of the PADI Open Water course. Key skills include:
This hands-on practice helps you feel comfortable in the water and ready for your open water adventure.
For those choosing the 2-dive or 3-dive options, you can enjoy additional supervised open water dives to explore Koh Tao’s vibrant underwater landscapes. You’ll be guided closely by our instructors to ensure safety and confidence. After your first dive, you can continue up to 12 meters deep within 14 days without repeating training, or convert your experience into a full PADI Open Water license to dive independently upto 18 meters
Koh Tao is an ideal destination for Discover Scuba Diving thanks to its calm, crystal-clear waters and gentle currents at the dive sites. These conditions create a safe and comfortable environment for first-time divers, allowing you to focus on learning essential scuba skills without any stress. The island also offers a variety of different dive sites suitable for beginners, with shallow diving area that make your first Discover Scuba Diving for Beginners experience smooth and enjoyable.
In addition, Koh Tao’s vibrant marine life and colorful coral reefs provide an unforgettable underwater adventure. With Koh Tao Discover Scuba Diving sessions, certified PADI instructors guide you step by step, ensuring safety and confidence while exploring the island’s beautiful underwater landscapes. This blend of accessibility, natural beauty, and expert instruction makes Koh Tao the perfect place to start your scuba diving journey.
Joining a Discover Scuba Diving Koh Tao session is simple, with only a few basic requirements to ensure safety and a smooth experience. This program is designed for beginners and first-time divers, so most people can participate without prior experience.
*Please feel free to ask our dive professionals for more details to be ready to enjoy your Discover Scuba Diving for Beginners
All reservations may not be cancelled. Full payment will be forfeited unless approved under a medical emergency or booked with a free cancellation benefit. For full information, please visit our terms and conditions here.
Yes! Our e-learning option lets you complete the theory portion online at your own pace before arrival. This allows more time in the water and less time in the classroom, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable DSD Discover Scuba Diving experience on Koh Tao.
Absolutely! If you enjoy your Koh Tao Discover Scuba Diving experience, you can immediately continue with the PADI Open Water course in just 2 more days, with a special discount for Discover Scuba Diving participants. This lets you dive independently up to 18 meters and continue your scuba journey.
If you do not have enough time, you can also choose to do the PADI Scuba Diver course in 1 extra day. It’s a shorter version of the Open Water. This allows you to dive with supervision up to 12 meters. You can also upgrade it to PADI Open Water course in the future.
| Number of Dive | 1 Dive, 2 Dives, 3 Dives |
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| Number of Dive | 1 Dive, 2 Dives, 3 Dives |
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