Scuba Shack Koh Tao Review — Koh Tao Complete Guide

Located beachfront on the quiet north end of Sairee Beach, Scuba Shack is a well-established dive school on Koh Tao. Since opening in 2014, it has built a strong international reputation, with over 10 years of consistent positive reviews on Google.

Scuba Shack offers a full range of PADI courses, from beginner Open Water to specialty and instructor levels. Dive theory is taught in a relaxed setting, with two comfortable classrooms overlooking the sea. Instruction is available in multiple languages, including English, Thai, German, Italian, Dutch, Polish, and Russian.

Small class sizes, with a maximum of four students per instructor, ensure personal attention and minimal environmental impact. The popular Open Water Diver course takes three days, starting at 4 PM on the first day and finishing by 11 AM on the fourth. Confined water training is held in a swimming pool or calm, shallow bays.

The popular Open Water Diver course takes three days, starting at 4 PM on the first day and finishing by 11 AM on the fourth.

Scuba Shack is known for quality education, high safety standards, and premium Scubapro diving equipment—the leading scuba rental gear on the market. Morning dives begin at 6:00 AM to avoid crowds, offering a peaceful underwater experience. The school owns its dive boat, which holds up to 35 passengers and is managed efficiently—no long waits at the pier.

Afternoon dive trips run from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, and night dives are scheduled 1–2 times a week. When sea conditions are favorable, trips to Sail Rock—one of the Gulf of Thailand’s top dive sites—are also available. Scuba Shack divers are often the first to arrive. Free pick-up and drop-off from the pier is provided, and the friendly staff can help arrange budget accommodation nearby, with both fan and air-conditioned options available.

With a focus on professionalism, safety, and personalized service, Scuba Shack offers an unforgettable diving experience on our beloved Koh Tao, one of Thailand’s top dive destinations.