About this tour
A 2-day PADI Open Water certification course based in Phi Phi, combining online theory via eLearning with four practical dives around local coral reefs. You'll complete confined-water training at the dive centre's pool before moving to open-water dives, with small class sizes and experienced instructors emphasising safety and eco-conscious practices. Suit anyone with moderate fitness keen to learn diving in a working reef environment.
Highlights
- Four dives on Phi Phi's coral reefs with experienced PADI professionals
- PADI eLearning (in-app or PC) completed before arrival or during course
- Training pool at dive centre; small groups for more personal attention
- Full equipment rental and dive computer included in fee
- Eco-focused operator; sites selected to respect delicate ecosystems
- Award-winning PADI 5-star centre; longest-running longtail operator locally
- National Park fee (800 THB) payable separately on the day
What to expect
You'll start with online PADI eLearning theory (completed before arrival or in early course hours), covering dive physics, equipment and safety protocols. Days consist of confined-water sessions in the dive centre's pool—where you practise essential skills like mask clearing and buoyancy control—followed by open-water dives at carefully selected reef sites around Phi Phi. The operator aims to minimise crowds and secure quieter dive spots when possible. Each dive showcases marine life (corals, turtles, sharks) while the team models responsible diving practices. By day's end, you'll hold PADI Open Water certification, valid worldwide.
What travellers say
- Small-group format means more individual attention and dive-site exploration time
- Award-winning centre with strong safety and professionalism reputation
- Eco-conscious approach educates responsible diving from day one
- All core costs (equipment, computer, insurance, fees) included upfront
- Experienced, kind instructors build diver confidence progressively
- Medical restrictions exclude those with cardiovascular, spinal or respiratory conditions
- Moderate fitness required; in-water demands may challenge less active travellers
- National Park fee (800 THB) levied separately; not included in package
- Weather and sea conditions can affect dive schedule and site availability
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
Suited to anyone with moderate-to-good fitness who wants certification in an active reef setting. Not suitable if you have spinal injuries, are pregnant, have poor cardiovascular health, or asthma—review the dive medical checklist beforehand. Moderate fitness is essential; expect in-water exertion and potential current. Basic insurance is included; the 800 THB national park fee is not. Group sizes are intentionally small. The course spans 2+ days (eLearning duration varies); book during calmer seas for best conditions. Bring sun protection and any personal medications.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BookNow summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.