Diving schools on Koh Tao are recognised as some of the best dive training facilities worldwide. The experienced dive instructors and their knowledge on Koh Tao’s dive sites provide the perfect environment for all levels of training.
Most diving schools on Koh Tao include accommodation within the cost of the dive course along with a friendly atmosphere and highly qualified, multilingual instructors. If you plan on spending a few days or a few months to learn about diving, Koh Tao provides the perfect balance for education and island living. Koh Tao Complete Guide has put together a list of highly recommended and professional Koh Tao diving schools to help you find the best suited for you.|
The 10 Best Diving Schools on Koh Tao |
Ban’s Diving Resort has grown to be one of the largest diving schools on Koh Tao. With more than 200 rooms, beautifully kept grounds, a total of five swimming pools, two restaurants and the beach bar that provides a clear view of the sunset, Ban’s is a world in itself. Ban’s Diving Resort teaches PADI dive courses in a variety of languages such as English, Thai, Chinese, German, French, Spanish, Dutch, Swedish, Hebrew, Japanese, and Korean…
Big Blue Diving opened in 1991 and has remained a well-known dive establishment on Koh Tao. Located in the centre of Sairee village, Big Blue has its dive school operated in Silver Sand Beachfront Resort. Guests diving with Big Blue can enjoy the poolside bar or soak in all the beach activities, sunsets, bars and restaurants in Sairee Beach. Big Blue Diving is well-known for its scuba diving courses. Training sessions are done at the swimming pool…
Established in 2004, Apnea Total is the longest-running freediving school on Koh Tao. It started off with teaching the freediving techniques to students in a simple bungalow 16 years ago to grow into the headquarters of the organization with 20 locations worldwide. Apnea Total Freediving has a student-centered teaching approach for all courses, whether someone is training for the starting level of Freediver or working on their Advanced Freediver training…
Big Bubble Diving is one of the first dive schools to be established back in 1994 on Koh Tao. As a PADI 5-Star Instructor Development Dive Resort, Big Bubble offers PADI courses from beginner to instructor development for someone who wants to take their diving certification to the next level. In addition to scuba diving options, Big Bubble also has PADI technical diving and freediving courses from beginner level to basic freediving instructor training…
First opened in 2012, French Kiss Divers Koh Tao is an SSI affiliated diving school that focuses on the Francophone traveller market who come to the island. Although it is a smaller diving school, French Kiss Divers has provided a name for itself for all the different training opportunities they offer in the scuba diving field. Families with young children are welcome to take part in training as French Kiss Divers has several sets of children’s gear and tanks for use…
Assava Dive Resort is located in the southern part of Koh Tao in the small town of Chalok Baan Kao Bay. This beachside family-style diving school has all the amenities that travellers of all sorts are looking for when on a relaxed holiday. Assava is a PADI dive centre and prides itself on offering diving courses from beginner levels, such as Discover Scuba Diving and Open Water, to professional levels, like the PADI Divemaster and Instructor Development Course…
New Heaven Diving School Koh Tao is renowned for its research-based conservation. Divers can participate in training courses led by resident marine biologists, covering topics such as coral taxonomy and coral restoration. New Heaven is affiliated with SSI, offering a wide range of scuba diving courses from Open Water and extending to professional dive guide training. They also provide RAID Freediving courses, which incorporate yoga training…
Impian Divers teaches most of their courses following the IDD program (Instructor Dive Development), which is a well-known European professional dive organisation and is internationally recognised. PADI and SSI scuba diving courses are offered as well; however, most students get IDD certified. All dive courses are taught with the international dive standards and follow the general structure and skills practice for the Open Water, Advanced…
Established in 1999 on Tanote Bay, Calypso Diving School Koh Tao prioritizes quality experiences. They offer CMAS and SSI scuba diving courses, with complimentary lunches. Divers can learn in German, English, French, or Thai, starting from age 8. Shore diving is available year-round, providing easy access to diverse marine life. Calypso schedules later dive trips to avoid crowds, ensuring a leisurely experience in an environmentally responsible…
Escape Divers, a new RAID diving school offers excellent diving experiences for all levels. Their expert instructors, new equipment, and variety of courses ensure a captivating underwater adventure. Conveniently located near the main pier of Koh Tao, they provide hassle-free dives with discounts and free accommodation. Dive theory is taught in a relaxed atmosphere, and nearby amenities, including The Great Escape sports bar, add to the overall enjoyment…
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