Scuba Diving in Phuket — Tours for Beginners & Certified Divers
Full-day dive trips in the Andaman Sea — Racha Islands, Phi Phi, Shark Point, King Cruiser Wreck. Hotel transfer, equipment and certified instructor included. Open to complete beginners.
Scuba Diving in Phuket — What to Expect
Phuket is one of the best destinations for scuba diving in Thailand, offering crystal-clear waters of the Andaman Sea, visibility up to 40 meters, and warm temperatures (27–30°C) all year round. Our scuba diving tours in Phuket take you to vibrant coral reefs where you can see reef sharks, sea turtles, moray eels, manta rays, and hundreds of tropical fish species. 👉 No experience? No problem. Beginner scuba diving in Phuket is completely safe — a professional instructor stays with you during the entire dive. Whether you are trying diving for the first time or looking for advanced dive sites, Phuket offers perfect conditions for every level.
Diving in Phuket — Key Facts
- Day trips 07:00 – 17:00, departure from Chalong Pier
- No diving certificate required for introductory dives
- English-speaking instructors (briefings in your language)
- Full diving equipment included in all packages
- Transfer from Kamala, Patong, Karon, Kata, Rawai, Chalong
- 3 meals, fruit, desserts and soft drinks on board
- Visibility 15–40 m · Water 27–30 °C year-round
- PADI & NDL certification courses available
Best Scuba Diving Sites in Phuket
We select the dive sites on the day based on weather, sea conditions and visibility
Racha Noi & Racha Yai
The most popular and stable destination near Phuket. Racha Yai is perfect for beginners — calm bays, gentle currents, visibility often over 30 m. Racha Noi is a step up: granite boulders, swim-throughs and regular encounters with manta rays at the South Tip. You'll see moray eels, octopus, sea snakes, lionfish, reef sharks and vivid schools of tropical fish. Also famous for the Tuna Wreck and artificial reefs (eggs and cubes).
Phi Phi Islands & Shark Point
This route passes through a marine protected area. Reef sharks, sea turtles, moray eels, octopus and hundreds of marine species. Shark Point (Hin Musang) is the most reliable leopard shark dive site in the Andaman Sea. Note: Phi Phi park fee is 600 ฿ per diver / 400 ฿ per non-diver.
King Cruiser Wreck · Dok Mai · Shark Point
For certified Advanced and Wreck divers. King Cruiser is a sunken passenger ferry with stunning underwater landscapes. Dok Mai — a famous sea cliff with underwater caves at 18–23 m. Shark Point — coral gardens with zebra (leopard) sharks resting on the sandy bottom.
Similan Islands
One of the best dive sites in the world — crystal-clear water, rich marine life and spectacular underwater landscapes. Destinations include the Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, Surin and the legendary Richelieu Rock. Multi-day liveaboard format with meals, accommodation on board and professional dive guides.
Scuba Diving Phuket Prices — Packages & Costs
Day trips (Racha, Phi Phi, King Cruiser direction) · Departure 07:00 from Chalong Pier
Mini-Group
2–3 guests per instructor
| 2 dives — Racha | 3,900 ฿ |
| 2 dives — Phi Phi | 4,200 ฿ |
| 3 dives | 4,900 ฿ |
| 3 dives — Certified divers | 4,200 ฿ |
Private · 1:1
Personal instructor for one guest
| 2 dives | 5,900 ฿ |
| 3 dives | 6,900 ฿ |
Snorkeling
No diving equipment needed
| Adult | 2,500 ฿ |
| Children 4–6 years | 1,700 ฿ |
| Children under 4 | 1,500 ฿ |
* Phi Phi route: +600 ฿ park fee per diver / +400 ฿ per non-diver
✅ Included in All Packages
- 3 meals on board (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Fruit and desserts
- Soft drinks
- Full diving equipment
- Professional instructor
- Transfer from Kamala, Patong, Karon, Kata, Rawai, Chalong
🎒 What to Bring
- Swimsuit or trunks
- Towel
- Hat / cap
- Sunscreen
- Good mood!
Similan Islands Liveaboard Diving from Phuket
Multi-day dive expeditions to one of the world's top dive destinations · OWD certification required
| Duration | Diver | Non-diver | Route |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 day | 6,100 ฿ | 3,400 ฿ | Similans / Koh Bon |
| 2 days / 1 night | 15,800 ฿ | 11,400 ฿ | Similans + Koh Bon |
| 3 days / 2 nights | 21,500 ฿ | 15,400 ฿ | Similans + Koh Bon + Tachai |
| 4 days / 3 nights | 31,200 ฿ | 22,400 ฿ | Similans – Koh Bon – Tachai – Surin – Richelieu |
| 5 days / 4 nights | 35,900 ฿ | 25,400 ฿ | Similans – Koh Bon – Tachai – Surin – Richelieu |
| 6 days / 5 nights | 40,600 ฿ | 28,400 ฿ | Similans – Koh Bon – Tachai – Surin – Richelieu |
| 7 days / 6 nights | 45,300 ฿ | 31,400 ฿ | Similans – Koh Bon – Tachai – Surin – Richelieu |
✅ Similans — Included
- Transfer from hotel (Kata, Karon, Patong) to boat and back
- All meals, drinks, fruit, tea, coffee
- Professional dive guide (Thai)
- Tanks and weights
- Insurance up to 500,000 THB
+ Russian-speaking instructor: +5,600 ฿/day (1 diver) or +3,600 ฿/person/day (2+ divers)
Price listed per diver. Non-diver price available on request. Similans are 100% prepaid and non-refundable.
Book via WhatsAppPADI & NDL Certification Courses
We offer internationally recognised diving certifications for beginners and advanced divers through PADI and NDL. From your very first breath underwater to advanced specialties — ask us for the current schedule and prices.
How Your Dive Day Flows
We take care of everything — transfer, gear, briefings and meals. You focus on the sea.
Morning — Transfer & Departure
Pick-up from your hotel in Kamala, Patong, Karon, Kata, Rawai or Chalong. Boarding at Chalong Pier by 07:00, quick safety briefing, then off to sea.
Gear Up & Briefing
Your instructor walks you through the equipment step by step. Even if it's your first dive — everything is calm and at your pace.
First Dive
Descent to the selected reef. Coral gardens, tropical fish and the peaceful silence of the Andaman Sea.
Surface Interval — Lunch & Rest
After the first dive: lunch on board, sun deck, relaxation. Fruit, desserts and cold drinks.
2nd (and optional 3rd) Dive
Second dive at a different site. A third dive can be added — ask us before booking.
Snorkeling Stops
The boat makes extra stops for snorkelling — perfect for those not diving every session.
Return to Phuket
Arrive back at Chalong Pier at approximately 17:00. Transfer back to your hotel.
How To Book Scuba Diving in Phuket
Simple and fast — via WhatsApp
📋 What We Need to Confirm
- Passport photo of all participants
- Hotel name and room number
- Height, weight and shoe size (for dive equipment)
- 50% deposit to confirm booking (Similans — 100%)
❗ Cancellation
- Free cancellation until 19:00 the day before
- Similans tours are non-refundable
- No refund for no-shows or late arrivals at transfer
Why Choose Diving in Phuket With Us
English-Speaking Team
Briefings and trip communication in Russian or English.
Certified Professionals
International safety standards. Certified instructors, checked equipment, pre-dive briefings.
All Routes Available
Racha, Phi Phi, King Cruiser and Similans — we handle all directions.
Full Day on the Water
Diving, snorkelling, sun deck, meals — a complete sea experience.
Flexible Formats
Group or private, 2 or 3 dives, day trip or multi-day liveaboard.
Fast WhatsApp Booking
We reply within minutes and organise everything from transfer to equipment.
Who Is This Diving Tour For??
Diving in Phuket suits almost everyone
📋 Book Scuba Diving in Phuket
Write to us with your date and format — we reply within minutes
Frequently Asked Questions
No certificate needed for introductory (try-dive) dives. Your instructor stays with you the entire dive. If you hold Open Water or higher, more routes and depths are available — including King Cruiser Wreck.
In the mini-group format, 2–3 guests share one instructor underwater. In the private (1:1) format, you get a personal instructor dedicated solely to you — ideal for complete beginners or those who prefer more attention.
Departure is at 07:00 from Chalong Pier. Return is approximately 17:00. Transfer picks you up from your hotel before 07:00 depending on your area.
Transfer from your hotel area, full diving equipment, professional instructor, briefing before each dive, 3 meals on board (breakfast, lunch and a meal), fruit, desserts and soft drinks.
The route is selected based on weather, visibility and sea conditions. The main directions are Racha Noi & Racha Yai (best for beginners), Phi Phi & Shark Point (reef sharks, turtles) and King Cruiser Wreck (Advanced certified only). We confirm the route the day before.
Yes — Phi Phi and Shark Point route is inside a marine national park. The park entrance fee is 600 ฿ per diver and 400 ฿ per non-diver, paid separately.
Children from 4 years old can participate in snorkeling (1,700 ฿ for ages 4–6, 1,500 ฿ under 4). Introductory scuba dives are available from age 10 with a dedicated instructor.
Most guests are fine. If you're prone to motion sickness, take medication beforehand (available at any pharmacy in Phuket). Let us know in advance and we'll give you extra tips.
Day trips can be cancelled free of charge until 19:00 the day before. Similan liveaboard tours are 100% prepaid and non-refundable. No refunds for no-shows or late arrivals at the transfer point.
Swimsuit or trunks, towel, hat or cap, sunscreen and good mood. Everything else — mask, fins, wetsuit, tank, BCD, regulator — is provided.
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