Learn to scuba dive off Ko Phi Phi with a PADI Open Water course that combines eLearning, confined-water practice and guided dives around Phi Phi Leh and the Bida islands. Expect professional instructors, small classes, park fees and a solid chance to see turtles and reef sharks.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
A morning boat ride slips away from Tonsai Pier and the limestone cliffs of Phi Phi Don shrink into a bluer horizon. Salt and diesel mix with nervous excitement as instructors check tanks and the viewpoint resort fades behind you; below, the sea is a layered world—warm surface light, a deeper quiet where corals fan and fish thread through bommies.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2–3 days
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness; comfortable swimming ability and ability to carry/hoist equipment required
Wildlife
History
Phi Phi was traditionally home to sea gypsy communities and later became a fishing hub; its karst islands are products of millions of years of marine erosion.
Conservation
The area is managed as a national park with limits on visitor numbers at sensitive sites; divers are encouraged to maintain neutral buoyancy and use reef-safe products to reduce impact.
Reserve your spot on the From Phi Phi: PADI Open Water Course *eLearning (2+ days) today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Finish eLearning Before Arrival
Complete the PADI 8–12 hour eLearning module to shorten in-water days and focus on skills.
Bring Medical Clearance If Needed
Review the diver medical questionnaire early; some answers require doctor’s sign-off before training.
Choose Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Use only biodegradable, reef-safe sunscreen to avoid harming corals during surface intervals and shallow training.
Check Sea Conditions
Monsoon months bring rougher seas—confirm daily departure and have flexible travel plans for weather delays.
Personal Mask & Snorkel
A well-fitting mask speeds skill drills and makes surface intervals more comfortable.
Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protects your skin and the coral reef during long surface intervals.
summer
Dive Computer (or reliable rental)
Tracks no-decompression time and depth—critical for safe training dives.
Light Long-Sleeve Rashguard
Provides sun protection and a bit of thermal comfort while on the boat and during shallow training.
spring