If you need a break from the parties on Koh Tao, justify it with the chance of seeing the whale sharks that visit the surrounding waters. That should be enough reason for anyone to do a few dives!?
The island is famous for its laid back atmosphere on land. It is a cool paradise for those wanting to do their initial course or already certified divers continuing their education. It's not a lie, when said that Koh Tao is addictive. Backpackers usually end up staying for weeks. The reef has taken some damage from the tourism, but due to a massive effort to protect and rebuild the reefs, the corals and the fish life is doing really well. Koh Tao is now offering some really good diving for divers on all levels. Many dive sites are sheltered reefs with beautiful corals, good visibility, shallow depths and little to no current. Sites are reached in less than 20 minutes by boat. Deeper dive sites with pelagic marine life can be found a short 45 minute boat ride away. All year round lucky divers are encountering Whale sharks, Reef Sharks, Rays and Turtles.
Koh Tao is a cozy little island surrounded by warm clear turquoise waters. It is by far the most popular spot for dive training in South East Asia. Diving here is possible year-round, with just a short rainy season during October/November. The island is also very famous for its own nightlife and for the full moon parties on the neighboring island Koh Pagnan. Koh Tao is a true pearl in the ocean with white sandy beaches lined with palm trees and several secluded bays for you to chill at. The atmosphere is like nowhere else, people come to dive, party and hang out in bamboo bars and fluffy beanbags.
On the day of arrival, the equipment will be fitted and packed for the following day. The rest of the day is left for exploring on land and settling in. The dive boat will depart at either 9:00 or 7:00 the following day. Depending on what dives you are doing, and if you are doing them in the morning, you will be informed in advance what time the boat will be going out the following day. The boat stays out on sea for two dives and will be back for lunch at around 11:30. The boat will depart at 13:00, returning around 6:30
after another two dives have been concluded. It is possible to do two morning dives or a combination of a morning and an afternoon dive or just two afternoon dives.
A third dive or a night dive can be organized on location or an extra fee. There will be no refund on dives not used. Check-out of the accommodation is at 10:30 on the last day. But luggage can be stored if you are leaving on the afternoon or evening boat.
DIVE PACKAGE:
This is the longer and super comfortable option with 8 dives spread out on 4 days of diving, 2 relaxing days and 5 nights of accommodation in a wooden bungalow just next to the beach.
Daily 500 THB meal voucher included.
Please allow a minimum of 24 hours, after your last dive, before flying.
(some countries will allow you to fly after 18 hours on land).
Please note:
The dive sites will vary depending on
weather and experience level.
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