About this tour
Get underwater at Racha Yai and Noi without prior certification. You'll spend nine hours with trained instructors exploring Thailand's southern islands, completing three or two dives depending on conditions. The boat departs from Phuket's west coast beaches—Kamala, Patong, Karon, Kata, plus parts of Rawai, Nai Harn, and Chalong. Equipment, meals, and insurance all included. Small groups mean personal attention and real connection with the reef rather than processing through crowds.
Highlights
- Three or two open-water dives at two separate sites
- Full gear supplied; no certification needed beforehand
- Instructors guide you through coral and fish-filled shallows
- Breakfast, lunch, and dietary accommodations on board
- Free hotel transfers from five beach towns
- Comprehensive dive insurance included
What to expect
You'll meet the team early, collect your equipment, and head out by speedboat. The instructors brief you on basic technique in shallow water before moving to deeper reefs. Expect roughly 40–50 minutes underwater per dive with surface intervals for rest and food. You'll see brain coral, schools of snappers, groupers, and smaller reef fish depending on the day's visibility and marine traffic. The boat has shaded areas, and crew serve meals between dives. By mid-afternoon you'll head back to shore.
Good to know
Don't fly within 18 hours of your last dive. Avoid alcohol for at least eight hours beforehand. If you have ear problems, heart conditions, asthma, or recent surgery, check with your doctor first. Underwater photos and video cost extra. Transfers outside the listed zones require a private car at additional cost.
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