How to Learn Scuba Diving in Phuket

Phuket, Thailand is one of the top diving spots in the world because of its flourishing underwater life and variety of sea creatures. There is never a dull second when you choose to dive in the islands of Phuket. From the crystal blue waters to the colorful corals and fishes, there is so much to see—and a single dive is never enough because each experience will leave you craving for more.

If you want to learn how to scuba dive, there are many diving schools in the country, but the best five-star CDC Dive Center is located in Phuket. They are recognized by PADI as the best in the city. They offer the full range of PADI diving courses. Whether you are a beginner looking to try scuba diving for the first time or an experienced diver looking to learn advanced skills, they have courses and licensed PADI Elite instructors that will help you get the diving skills that you need.

DO you want to learn the basics but only have one full day to spare? Sign up for their PADI Discover Scuba diving program or their Try Dive, where you will be under the strict guidance of highly-qualified PADI instructors. You will be given all the basic training pre-dive, plus you get to experience two dives in the stunning islands of Racha and Phi-Phi.

If you have three full days to learn, then you can sign up for their most popular diving program: the PADI Open Water Course program. You get to learn the theory and basics in their modern classrooms and private pool before jumping into open water for the next two days.

Learning scuba diving in Phuket is not as expensive as you might think. Fee typically already include the PADI diving certification, diving insurance, PADI pedagogical material, complete diving equipment set with computer, on-board breakfast, lunch, fruits, drinks and lastly, round trip hotel transfer. Their private yacht will take you to Racha and Phi-Phi islands where you will be accompanied by a private PADI Elite instructor. The location is filled with lush marine life, and its depth is ideal for beginners. Their program includes four training dives that last up to 45 minutes each, and you can be given up to two fun dives for no extra cost. If you want to learn how to scuba dive, there really is no better place than Phuket.

About the author:

This article is written by Richard Reardon, the Platinum PADI Course Director at All4Diving. All4Diving is a leading academy in diving industry in Thailand. It is one of the most awarded PADI centers in the world for its excellence in the domain of professional and recreational diving education.