Where to take the diving course?

DPM Diving is a diving school present in 2 countries through five establishments; two in Thailand, on the island of Koh Tao, international diving mecca, and on Koh Phi Phi, one of the most popular islands of the country located in the Andaman Sea; three in Indonesia, specifically on Gili Trawangan, Gili Air and Nusa Penida, three islands close to Bali. All our schools offer diving courses adapted to different levels and with a team of highly qualified professionals. Choose your destination, and let’s dive!

The Discover Scuba Diving is a 1 day beginner dive experience that gives you the opportunity to experience the underwater world without committing to a 2 or 3 day certification program, you will have a short class in the morning to learn the basics of the equipment and prepare you for the underwater environment. After the class, you will have a practice session in the pool or on the shore of the beach, to get used to the diving equipment and to breathe underwater, once you feel super comfortable in your first attempt, we will make a dive that can reach a maximum depth of 12 meters.

20,000+ SSI certifications since 2013

Diving with ocean lovers in Thailand and Indonesia

Explore the underwater world with DPM Diving. Try scuba diving, get certified or join our daily trips. Book your spot and dive with us.

Five dive destinations

Dive certifications in Thailand and Indonesia

In December 2013 we started an awesome mission: to train divers who really get how important it is to look after the marine environment while having fun and diving safely.

And guess what? We have been at it for over a decade, issuing more than 20,000 diving certifications with a top agency like SSI. Our courses are the perfect combo of safety, environmental commitment and loads of fun.

Get ready to sign up for our diving courses at five epic dive destinations: Koh Tao and Koh Phi Phi in Thailand, and Nusa Penida, Gili Trawangan and Gili Air in Indonesia.

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Why choose DPM Diving

The confidence of experience

We have been training divers for over a decade, from complete beginners to dive professionals, across our five schools. That makes us a solid international reference.

Personalized attention

Our diving courses run in small groups, so every student gets a personalized experience and real time in the water with the instructor.

Certified instructors

All our instructors hold the certifications needed to deliver safe training with the highest quality and safety standards. Diving with us is safe and fun.

Maximum satisfaction

We are not the ones saying it. Students who completed their courses with DPM Diving give us top ratings on platforms like Google and Tripadvisor.

Our diving courses

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Diving courses for beginners

Looking to get started in scuba diving? Get certified to dive anywhere in the world with the Open Water Diver course: 3 days and an international, lifetime licence to dive to 18 m (60 ft). Short on time? Choose the Scuba Diver (2 days) or the Basic Diver, also known as Try Scuba, a 1-day experience.

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Advanced diving courses

Already certified and ready for the next step? There are many advanced courses and specialties to choose from. All of them include the official SSI certification, training materials, classes and practical sessions.

Advanced courses

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SSI dive briefing on the beach before a dive

Diving courses for professionals

If diving is your thing and you want to make a living from it, go pro with our Divemaster and Instructor courses. Complete training programs where you learn everything you need to guide and train new divers.

Become an SSI professional

Fun dives for certified divers

If you are a certified diver looking to explore, we take you to the best sites, always guided by a divemaster or instructor who really knows them. That is how you get the most out of your dive trip.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about diving courses

Where can I take a diving course with DPM Diving?

We have five schools in two countries: Koh Tao and Koh Phi Phi in Thailand, and Gili Trawangan, Gili Air and Nusa Penida in Indonesia. All of them run courses for every level with highly qualified teams.

How much does a diving course cost?

It depends on the level of the course and the country where you take it: the more specialized and demanding the program, the higher the price. Message us and we will send you the exact prices for the school and dates you have in mind.

How do the diving courses work?

There are three main groups: beginner courses, advanced courses and specialties for certified divers, and professional programs. All of them combine theory with a series of dives, and run from one day up to fifteen days for instructor level.

What is a Try Scuba?

Try Scuba, also called Discover Scuba Diving, is a 1-day beginner experience: a short class in the morning, a practice session in the pool or off the beach, and then a dive to a maximum depth of 12 meters.

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