Scuba Diving Koh Tao
Discover the stunning marine life of the turtle island.
Courses for beginners
Open water diver
3 days
The Open Water Course is the Most Popular Diving Course around the World. Every year thousands of people learn Scuba Diving in Koh Tao.
Scuba diver
1 day
The scuba diver course offers essential skills for safe underwater exploration. Learn equipment use, diving techniques, and safety protocols in this exciting and educational adventure.
Try Scuba (2 dives)
1 day
Our Try Scuba Diving a.k.a. Basic Diver, is a 1 day experience for those who want to try Scuba Diving for the first time. Includes 2 dives at a max depth of 12 meters.
Advanced courses
Advanced course
2 days
The Advanced Adventurer program offers a taste of five distinct open water dives from various SSI Specialty courses, eliminating the need for full Specialty completion.
Nitrox Specialty
2 days
Unveil the Nitrox Specialty Diving course for enriched air exploration. Master safer dive planning, extend bottom times, and delve into underwater wonders with enriched oxygen blends.
Deep Specialty
2 days
Unlock thrilling depths with the SSI Deep Diving Specialty. Safely explore beyond 18 meters, gaining skills to dive to 40 meters, expanding recreational horizons for unforgettable underwater experiences.
React Right
1 day
SSI’s React Right is an emergency training program encompassing primary assessment, first aid, CPR, stabilization techniques, plus optional oxygen administration and defibrillation basics. Gain vital skills to handle diverse emergencies within a day.
Rescue
2 days
Diver stress endangers safety and rescue. SSI’s Diver Stress & Rescue course equips you to recognize stress, prevent accidents, and handle emergencies, boosting underwater confidence and safety.
Professional courses
Divemaster in Koh Tao
6-8 weeks
Immerse in a 2-month journey to become a Divemaster—learn, dive, and have fun! Dive daily, assist courses, learn from experienced instructors, and enjoy making new friends. Check out our Divemaster packages! Prerequisites: 40 logged dives, Diver Stress & Rescue certification or equivalent. Start from scratch and progress to Divemaster or Instructor. Gain Dive Guide and Science of Diving certifications.
Diving Instructor
2 weeks
Embark on a journey to become a Scuba Diving Instructor. Complete the Instructor Training Course and Evaluation to kickstart your career confidently, with a 100% approval rate from DPM Diving candidates.
SSI Crossover
5 days
The SSI Dive Professional Crossover program introduces dive professionals from recognized agencies to SSI principles and procedures. Acquire skills to safely conduct equivalent SSI programs confidently.
And also…
Fun Dives (2 dives)
1 day
Embark on exhilarating fun dives, exploring vibrant underwater landscapes. Encounter marine life, reefs, and wrecks, immersing in the beauty of the ocean for unforgettable adventures.
Refresh
1 day
Revitalize your diving skills with the Refresh Dive Course. Review essential techniques, boost confidence, and ensure safe underwater experiences after a break from diving.
What people say
About DPM Diving Koh Tao
Established in 2014, we have issued more than 10,000 diving certifications between different agencies, such as SSI, PADI and RAID. Based on this experience, we have developed and added our own seal to the standard programs to train safer and more responsible divers, raising awareness about the situation of our oceans.
At DPM Diving we focus on creating not only divers, but truly Ocean Lovers!
What you’ll see diving in Koh Tao
Koh Tao: the diving island
Diving in koh tao is the star activity of the island.
This small island in the Gulf of Thailand is one of the most popular places in the world for diving courses.
Koh Tao also has beautiful beaches, viewpoints, breathtaking sunsets and much more.
Check our Koh Tao Guide to make the most of the island.
In this guide you will find first-hand, useful and updated information about Koh Tao: what to do, where to stay, the best beaches, snorkeling, and much more.
DPM Koh Tao Diving Hostel & Bar
DPM Koh Tao Diving Hostel & Bar is located in Koh Tao, 100 meters from Mae Haad Beach, and offers 3-star accommodation with a terrace. This 3-star inn features a shared lounge and air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi and private bathrooms. A shuttle service can be arranged by the staff. Bed linen and towels are provided in the inn’s rooms.
Near DPM Koh Tao Diving Hotel & Bar there are several places of interest, such as the beaches of Sairee, Jansom Bay and Exchange/ATM Sairee Branch.
Explore the crystal clear waters of Koh Tao while
enjoy its impressive marine life
FAQs about Koh Tao
How is diving in Koh Tao?
Koh Tao is a perfect island to get you started in scuba diving, as well as to get you certified for more advanced courses. The diversity of dive sites allows you to adapt the dive to the diver’s level of specialisation. In addition, its seabed offers a rich biodiversity and fairly good visibility conditions.
Where to dive in Koh Tao?
In Koh Tao you can dive all year round, and it offers different options depending on the diver’s level of specialisation, from beginners to professionals. And, therefore, there are plenty of dive sites around the island – some of the best known are Green Rock, South West Pinnacle, Sail Rock or Shark Island. Either way, ask our Koh Tao team to suggest the best option for you.
How to choose dive school Koh Tao?
Koh Tao is the most popular island in the world for diving or getting certified. Therefore, there are many diving schools spread all over the island. DPM Diving has been on Koh Tao for more than 10 years now, and we have trained thousands of people, achieving a high degree of satisfaction thanks to a first class team of professionals.
Where to scuba dive in Thailand?
Thailand is a true paradise for diving lovers. Hundreds of islands and kilometres of coastline from which to access spectacular sea beds with a rich biodiversity of species. But among all the places in this Asian country, the two most emblematic are Koh Tao, also called the ‘Island of Diving’, for its ideal conditions for the practice, and Koh Phi Phi, a magical place with incredible dives.
Discover the wonders of diving in Koh Tao
Diving in Koh Tao offers an extraordinary underwater experience that attracts divers from all skill levels. With its warm tropical waters, abundant marine life, and vibrant coral reefs, Koh Tao is renowned as a premier diving destination in Thailand.
The island’s calm and clear waters provide excellent visibility, making it an ideal place to learn and enhance diving skills. Whether you’re completing your certification or seeking advanced adventures like night dives or deep dives, Koh Tao’s underwater realm promises unforgettable encounters with marine creatures like turtles, tropical fish, and even whale sharks.
With its laid-back atmosphere, stunning marine biodiversity, and ample diving facilities, Koh Tao is a must-visit for anyone eager to experience the beauty of the underwater world.
Team
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Instructor Trainer
Jony
Scuba Instructor
Anna
Scuba Instructor
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Best Koh Tao diving courses
From 0 to 100. You choose. At DPM Koh Tao, we offer diving courses tailored to all levels and needs of our students. You can start your journey into the underwater world with our Open Water or Discover Scuba Diving course, or become a pro with certifications like Divemaster and Instructor. Moreover, we provide various specialty courses for deep diving, rescue, or nitrox. Contact us, and we’ll guide you to the best option.
DPM Koh Tao Diving Center
Here it all began. Almost 10 years ago, we started our adventure on the diving island, or in other words, Koh Tao! After issuing over 10,000 certifications and training thousands of divers of all levels, we can proudly claim to have the experience and level of excellence needed to be considered one of the best diving schools in Thailand. Our best endorsement: the feedback from our customers! If you want to experience the incredible underwater world on one of the most dynamic islands in Asia, join one of our diving courses and become an ocean ambassador.
Best Koh Tao dive sites
Koh Tao boasts a selection of remarkable dive sites, catering to divers of all levels. Here are some of the best Koh Tao dive sites you shouldn’t miss:
- Chumphon Pinnacle: Known for its impressive underwater rock formations and diverse marine life, including whale sharks. Suitable for experienced divers due to varying currents.
- Sail Rock: Renowned for its vertical swim-throughs and abundant fish life, including schools of barracuda and trevally. Keep an eye out for resident giant groupers.
- Shark Island: Named for its shark-like silhouette, this site offers a mix of hard and soft corals, swim-throughs, and the chance to encounter reef sharks.
- Twins: Ideal for beginners and training dives, Twins consists of two adjacent pinnacles with vibrant coral gardens and plenty of marine life.
- Japanese Gardens: Perfect for both beginners and experienced divers, this site boasts a stunning coral garden and a wide variety of marine species.
- White Rock: Offering a diverse topography, White Rock features canyons, swim-throughs, and an array of coral formations, making it suitable for all levels.
- Green Rock: A challenging dive with impressive rock formations and numerous swim-throughs. Experienced divers can spot rare species like the harlequin shrimp.
- Hin Wong Pinnacle: Known for its excellent visibility, this pinnacle dive is home to diverse marine life, including rays, trevally, and moray eels.
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