Samui Direct — A field guide to Koh Samui tours

From

฿18,200 THB

Duration

3-4 days

Level

moderate

Rating

4.9(5000)

Overview

About this tour

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 includes eLearning, pool sessions, four ocean dives, and all equipment. Explore world-class dive sites like Sail Rock and Koh Tao under expert guidance.

What stands out

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

Step by step

Itinerary

Day 14-6 hours

Theory & Pool Session

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

Day 28 hours (incl. boat transfer)

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.

Day 38 hours (incl. boat transfer)

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.

The fine print

What's included

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

Before you go

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)

Heads up

Good to know

Minimum age: 10 years (junior certification) or 15 years (full certification)
No prior diving experience required
Medical questionnaire must be completed; some conditions may require a doctor's approval
Maximum depth during course: 18 metres
Course can be completed in 3–4 days depending on weather and group progress
Whale shark sightings are seasonal (peak March–May, secondary August–September)
Best diving conditions: January–April (calm seas, best visibility)
November has less ideal conditions due to northeast monsoon
Group size capped for safety and personalised instruction
Multilingual instructors available (English, Thai, German, French, Spanish, Chinese)

The details

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
Group size: Max 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

If plans change

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.

Book direct

฿18,200 THBper person

Duration: 3-4 days
Level: moderate
Pickup: Complimentary pickup from all Koh Samui hotels. Exact time confirmed 24 hours prior to course start.
Cancel: Free cancellation

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PADI Open Water Diver Course in Koh Samui