Open Water courses in Thailand
15 Open Water courses from 15 dive centers in Thailand, bookable online. Prices start at US$301. The most common length is 3 days.
The Open Water Diver course is the entry-level scuba certification. It combines theory, skill sessions in a pool or calm shallow water and four open water dives, and it certifies you to dive to 18 metres with a buddy anywhere in the world.
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No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
Koh Chang Divers
5.0
PADI Open Water Diver
Koh Chang, Thailand3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
SSIOpen Water
Goodtime Adventures
4.9
Open Water Diver
Koh Tao, Thailand3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
Railay Dive Center
4.1
PADI Open Water Diver
Ao Nang, Thailand3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
Andaman Dive Adventure
4.9
PADI Open Water Course
Koh Lanta, Thailand3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
Krabi Scuba Club
4.5
PADI Open Water Course
Ao Nang, Thailand3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
The Adventure Club
4.9
PADI Open Water Diver Course
Koh Phi Phi, Thailand3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
Aqua Vision
4.8
PADI Open Water Diver Course
Ao Nang, Thailand3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
SSIOpen Water
Dpm diving phi phi
4.9
Open Water Diver
Koh Phi Phi, Thailand3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
SSIOpen Water
Deep Blue Divers Koh Tao
5.0
SSI Open Water Diver Course
Koh Tao, Thailand3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
Ocean Sound Dive + Yoga
5.0
PADI Premium Open Water Diver Course
Koh Tao, Thailand3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
Turtle Divers
5.0
PADI Open Water Diver Course
Koh Tao, Thailand
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
Open Water
La Bombona Diving
4.9
Open Water Diver Course
Koh Tao, Thailand
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
Copperband scuba academy
4.6
PADI Open Water Diver
Pattaya, Thailand3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
SSIOpen Water
Chalok Reef Divers Koh Tao
5.0
Open Water Diver Course
Koh Tao, Thailand3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
Bb divers koh kood
4.9
PADI Open Water Diver Course
Koh Kood, Thailand3 days
$...
/ diver
Diving in Thailand
Thailand has two coasts with opposite seasons: the Gulf, with Koh Tao and Koh Samui, and the Andaman Sea, with Phuket, Krabi, Koh Phi Phi and Koh Lanta. There is good diving somewhere in the country all year.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does the Open Water course cost in Thailand?
- On Be Underwater, Open Water courses in Thailand start at US$301, across 15 options from 15 dive centers. Each listing shows what the price includes.
- How long does the Open Water course take?
- Most dive centers run it over 3 to 4 days. Completing the theory online before you travel can shorten the time you spend in a classroom.
- Do I need any experience to start?
- No. You need to be able to swim, be in reasonable health and complete a medical questionnaire. The minimum age is usually 10.
- Is the certification valid everywhere?
- Yes. Open Water certifications from PADI, SSI and the other recognised agencies are accepted by dive centers worldwide and do not expire.
- 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.