Basic Diver: One Day Underwater Exploration with SSI Professionals

Experience the thrill of scuba diving with SSI professionals. Learn basic dive theory, practice skills and techniques, and explore the underwater world up to 12 meters deep. Limited to 4 students per instructor.

Duration: 1 day
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Koh Tao Scuba Club - SSI Try Scuba Diving is a program for you who either don’t have the time to complete a full course or only want to try scuba diving. This program takes about 6-8 hours, includes some basic theory and skills.
What's Included
  • Use of SCUBA equipment
  • Tea and coffee
  • 2 dives
Additional Information
  • Instructor-Student Ratio: Up to 4 students per instructor
  1. Introduction
    Get acquainted with your instructor and fellow learners, and kick off with a 40-minute session on basic diving theory.
  2. First Scuba Dive
    Put the theory into practice as you make your first dive under the direct supervision of an SSI professional. Your dive will start at 0…
Location
Koh Tao Scuba Club
Moo
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Paola
Jan 4, 2026
Marina is a fantastic instructor, super close, patient and very professional. Recommended 100%. - Marina is a fantastic instructor, close, patient and very professional. 100% recommended any experience with it.
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Jasmine345
Jan 1, 2026
5 star experience! - Me & my partner did a 1-day fun dive with Koh Tao Scuba Club, and it was an amazing experience from start to finish. My instructor Ae was absolutely fantastic. She was incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and calm, especially when I started to panic at the beginning of the dive. She took her time, explained everything clearly, helped me slow my breathing, and made me feel completely safe and supported. At no point did I feel rushed or pressured , just reassured. Thanks to Ae’s calm approach and clear instructions, I was able to relax and really enjoy the dive. By the end, I felt confident and genuinely proud of myself for getting through that initial moment. The whole team was friendly and professional, and the dive itself was beautiful. I’m so glad I chose this school and would 100% recommend Koh Tao Scuba Club. Thank you Ae, you made it unforgettable!
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Voyager23657892081
Oct 7, 2025
So wonderful experience - Have a very good experience and all of them take care of me so good, if you wanna try, don't worry guys, they will take care of you. Today I was learning with K.Kak and K.Ea, so good for today
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Julien
Aug 26, 2025
Memorable memory - Incredible day with our French guide. Fabrice was great with us, he showed us beautiful places where we could admire fish and corals in amazing corners. In addition we enjoyed a great meal offered. It was an extraordinary day when we were all offered a tank top! Thanks again Fabrice!
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Vacation23378027205
Aug 26, 2025
Unforgettable experience - I joined a Basic Diver course and it was such a wonderful experience. P’Ae taught me the theory and guided me throughout the whole dive. Even though it was only for one day, it became an unforgettable experience for me.
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Explorer10516719136
Aug 26, 2025
Nice diving - Ae is a good instructor:) i felt comfortable even though i was a bit scared at the first moment. We got to see colourful fishes .
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Kanokwanp2025
Aug 26, 2025
The best - It was a very exciting experience, Teacher A is the best I recommend to come here...
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Heamd001
Aug 25, 2025
Fantastic day out in Koh Tao - Will be back based on the instructors patience and beautiful location. Ae did a superb job and would love to do the Advanced Open Water purse and get my daughter to do a suitable course also.
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X2734ynaaronc
Aug 21, 2025
My first dive went very well thanks to Scuba Club - It was my first dive with my friends, and we really enjoyed it, we were accompanied on the theoretical part and also on the practice. I highly recommend you.
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Loganms6491io
Dec 28, 2025
Good experience - Oni was a good instructor very calm and helpful. Nice experience. Saw some nice animals and very organized company would recommend
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From $120
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).