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฿ 18,200 THB3-4 daysmoderateHotel PickupFree Cancellation

PADI Open Water Diver Course in Koh Samui

Koh Samui, Gulf of Thailand

Earn your internationally recognised PADI Open Water Diver certification in Koh Samui with Silent Divers, a PADI 5-Star IDC Centre. This beginner-friendly course takes as little as three days and incl

PADI Open Water Diver Course in Koh SamuiPADI Open Water Diver Course in Koh SamuiPADI Open Water Diver Course in Koh Samui

Highlights

  • •Earn a globally recognised PADI Open Water Diver certification
  • •Complete eLearning, pool sessions, and four open-water dives
  • •Dive at top Gulf of Thailand sites like Sail Rock or Koh Tao
  • •Small group sizes for personalised attention
  • •All equipment, certification fees, and hotel transfers included
  • •Expert PADI instructors with thousands of logged dives

Itinerary

Day 1
Theory & Pool Session

Complete eLearning modules at your own pace, followed by a pool session to practice basic scuba skills with your instructor.

⏱ 4-6 hours
Day 2
Open-Water Dives 1 & 2

First two ocean dives at a beginner-friendly site (e.g., Koh Tao or Sail Rock). Practice skills in shallow water and explore the reef.

⏱ 8 hours (incl. boat transfer)
Day 3
Open-Water Dives 3 & 4

Final two certification dives, exploring deeper areas (up to 18m) and completing required exercises. Celebrate with your instructor upon certification.

⏱ 8 hours (incl. boat transfer)

What's Included

  • ✓PADI Open Water Diver eLearning access
  • ✓Pool training session
  • ✓4 open-water dives
  • ✓Full scuba equipment rental (BCD, regulator, wetsuit, mask, fins, tank)
  • ✓PADI certification fee
  • ✓Professional PADI instructor
  • ✓Hotel transfers (Koh Samui only)
  • ✓Thai lunch and soft drinks on dive days
  • ✓Speedboat transfers to dive sites
  • ✓Insurance

Not Included

  • ✗Flights or accommodation
  • ✗Personal dive computer (available for rent)
  • ✗Underwater camera rental
  • ✗Tips for crew/instructor
  • ✗Alcoholic beverages

What to Bring

  • 🎒Swimwear
  • 🎒Towel
  • 🎒Sunscreen (reef-safe)
  • 🎒Hat and sunglasses
  • 🎒Dry bag for personal items
  • 🎒Certification card (if already a diver)
  • 🎒Passport (for certification registration)

Good to Know

  • ℹ️Minimum age: 10 years (junior certification) or 15 years (full certification)
  • ℹ️No prior diving experience required
  • ℹ️Medical questionnaire must be completed; some conditions may require a doctor's approval
  • ℹ️Maximum depth during course: 18 metres
  • ℹ️Course can be completed in 3–4 days depending on weather and group progress
  • ℹ️Whale shark sightings are seasonal (peak March–May, secondary August–September)
  • ℹ️Best diving conditions: January–April (calm seas, best visibility)
  • ℹ️November has less ideal conditions due to northeast monsoon
  • ℹ️Group size capped for safety and personalised instruction
  • ℹ️Multilingual instructors available (English, Thai, German, French, Spanish, Chinese)

Logistics

Meeting Point
Silent Divers Dive Center, 39/8 Moo 3, Bophut, Koh Samui, 84320, Thailand
End Point
Same as meeting point (or hotel drop-off)
Hotel Pickup
Complimentary pickup from all Koh Samui hotels. Exact time confirmed 24 hours prior to course start.
Start Times
08:00
Operating Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Max Group Size
4
Min Age
10
Age Requirement
Minimum 10 years for Junior Open Water; 15 years for full Open Water certification
Fitness Level
Basic swimming ability required; good physical health (medical questionnaire applies)
Languages
English, Thai, German, French, Spanish, Chinese

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before course start. 20% deposit is non-refundable if cancelled within 24 hours or in case of no-show.

📞 Direct Operator Contact

18,200 THB
per person
⏱️ 3-4 days
💪 moderate
🚐 Hotel pickup available
✅ Free cancellation
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