Two intensive days of guided dives off Phi Phi Don teach deep, navigation and night-diving skills while prioritizing safety and reef care. Expect guided boat transfers, skill drills to 30 m, and elective options like Shark Conservation or Underwater Filming.
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Wet air fills the morning as a longtail slides away from Tonsai Pier and the limestone cliffs of Phi Phi Don fall behind. Salt on your lips, a tank clicking into place and an instructor’s calm briefing—this is where recreational diving steps up. Over two full days divers move from confident open-water diver to practiced advanced buddy, practicing deep and navigation dives by day and a phosphorescent night dive beneath the stars.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 days (two full sea days, approx. 8–10 hours/day)
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness required: comfortable swimming, carrying kit, and managing repeated surface intervals.
Wildlife
History
Phi Phi’s islands are part of a karst archipelago historically used by local fishers; tourism grew after the 1990s and the marine area now supports organized dive operations.
Conservation
Local centers run reef-awareness programs and electives like Dive Against Debris; divers are asked to practice neutral buoyancy and avoid touching corals to reduce impact.
Reserve your spot on the 2 Days PADI Advanced Course from Phi Phi today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring a recent dive log
You must have logged dives within the last year or arrange a refresher; bring proof to speed check-in.
Hydrate and rest
Avoid alcohol and get good rest before deep dives to reduce narcosis risk and decompression stress.
Protect against seasickness
Boat rides can be choppy—take preventative meds or wear pressure bands if you’re prone to motion sickness.
Practice neutral buoyancy
Bring a small SMB and practice weighting early—good buoyancy protects reefs and conserves air.
Mask, snorkel, fins
Personal fit ensures comfort during skill drills and improves air consumption.
Dive computer
Required for depth monitoring and planning multi-level and deep dives to 30 m.
Exposure suit (3mm shorty or 5mm wetsuit)
Thermal protection matters during long surface intervals and cooler months.
winter
Underwater torch (for night dive)
Essential for the night dive elective and inspecting macro life in crevices.