Sharpen lifesaving skills on Koh Chang with a focused three-day PADI Rescue Diver and Emergency First Response package—classroom theory, confined-water drills and open-water rescue scenarios that build competence and confidence.
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The day begins on a low wooden jetty as a warm breeze carries the smell of salt and fresh-cut fish; instructors call roll while longtail boats rock against the hull and a nearby headland juts from the sea like a green, watchful fist.
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
3 days (approx. 72 hours total onboard and classroom)
Fitness Level
Moderate to high: comfortable swimming, able to perform repeated surface swims and treading water; good stamina for rescue drills.
Wildlife
History
Koh Chang—literally “Elephant Island”—has long been a fishing and logging outpost; its modern dive community grew as tourism expanded in the late 20th century.
Conservation
Local operators often support reef cleanups and limit group sizes for training dives; respectful finning and proper buoyancy reduce diver impact on reefs.
Reserve your spot on the 3-Day EFR and Rescue Package today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Confirm prerequisites
Bring proof of Open Water certification and a dive log; some providers won’t allow you to start without them.
Stay hydrated and eat light
Rescue scenarios are physically demanding—hydrate, eat a balanced meal before sessions, and avoid alcohol the day before.
Expect variable conditions
Tides and local currents can change plans; choose morning sessions if you prefer calmer seas.
Practice CPR beforehand
A brief EFR refresher or watching the EFR videos before arrival will speed learning and reduce classroom time.
Personal dive logbook
Needed to document prerequisite dives and to record training sessions.
Mask, snorkel and fins
If you prefer your own fit; centers often supply rental gear but fit affects comfort during repeated drills.
Rash guard or thin wetsuit (3mm)
Protects against sun, contact with gear and provides some thermal comfort in open-water sessions.
summer
Waterproof watch or dive computer
Useful for timing rescue exercises and monitoring surface intervals.