6 try dives from 5 dive centers in Koh Tao, bookable online. Prices start at US$76.
A try dive, also called Discover Scuba Diving, lets you breathe underwater with an instructor at your side without committing to a full course. You get a short briefing, practise a few basic skills in shallow water and then make a real dive to a maximum of 12 metres.
Diving in Koh Tao
Koh Tao, in the Gulf of Thailand, certifies more new divers than almost anywhere else in the world. Shallow, sheltered bays close to shore make it an easy and affordable place to learn.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does a try dive cost in Koh Tao?
- On Be Underwater, try dives in Koh Tao start at US$76, across 6 options from 5 dive centers. Each listing shows what the price includes.
- Do I need a certification for a try dive?
- No. A try dive is made for people who have never dived. It is an experience, not a certification, although many dive centers credit it towards the Open Water course.
- How long does it take?
- Usually half a day, including the briefing, the skills practice and the dive itself.
- How do I book on Be Underwater?
- Open a listing, choose your date and the number of divers, and book online. The price you see is the dive center's own price, and the dive center confirms your booking.
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