Earn a PADI Scuba Diver certification in two focused days on Koh Phangan. This course pairs pool skill sessions with two open-water dives to 12 m/40 ft and includes equipment, drinks and most transfers.
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The morning boat slips away from Thong Sala and the water opens like an invitation—blue-green, warm, and alive. On a two-day PADI Scuba Diver course in Koh Phangan you move from pool drills to reef-bottomed classrooms, learning to breathe, clear a mask and manage buoyancy while the island’s limestone silhouette watches from shore.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 days (approx. 48 hours)
Fitness Level
Should have moderate fitness—able to swim and move comfortably in water; no major mobility limitations.
Wildlife
History
Koh Phangan evolved from a fishing and coconut island into a dive and visitor destination; local operators often have decades of experience guiding regional reefs.
Conservation
Reef health is fragile—use reef-safe sunscreen, avoid touching coral and practice good buoyancy to minimize impact.
Reserve your spot on the PADI Scuba Diver Course in Koh Phangan today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring your passport copy
A passport number and expiry are required for certification paperwork—bring a clear photocopy or digital photo.
Practice basic swimming first
Comfort in the water and basic swimming ability make confined-water skills easier and conserve air during open-water dives.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Protect coral by choosing a mineral-based, reef-safe sunscreen and apply it well before entering the water.
Plan for morning dives
Mornings usually offer calmer seas and better visibility—book early slots to maximize conditions.
Swimwear
Worn during pool and ocean sessions; quick-dry options speed between briefings.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects both skin and coral—required at many dive operators.
Towel and lightweight cover-up
For comfort between dives and travel to/from the boat.
Copy of passport & physical fitness clearance
Needed for registration and to confirm medical eligibility for diving.