Diving Guides
69 guides
Scuba diving in Thailand island by island: Koh Tao, Phuket, Khao Lak and the Similans, Koh Lanta, Phi Phi, Krabi, Koh Samui and beyond, with the season, the sites and what a dive costs.
Facts sit next to their sources. Park seasons, entry fees, course prices and trip schedules change, so each guide says where to confirm them before you book.
Bangkok
- 6 Ways to Go Scuba Diving From Bangkok: Trips & Costs
Bangkok has no reefs, but diving is within reach. Compare day trips, weekend options, costs and seasons before you book.
- Koh Samet Diving: Sites, Seasons & Getting There
Plan Koh Samet diving from Bangkok: who it suits, what you'll see, season and visibility, getting there, and when to dive elsewhere instead.
Khao Lak
- 6 Best Khao Lak Diving Trips: Sites, Season & How to Choose
Plan Khao Lak diving: compare Similan day trips, the local wreck and liveaboards, with season timing and tips matched to your certification level.
- Boonsung Wreck, Khao Lak: Depth, Level & Trip Guide
Diving the Boonsung Wreck off Khao Lak: depth, who it suits, what the trip involves, how it compares with nearby wrecks, and what to ask before booking.
- Khao Lak Dive Sites: Similans, Koh Bon, Richelieu Rock & More
Which dive sites you can reach from Khao Lak, what each suits, and how day trips and liveaboards compare for time, cost and experience level.
- Similan Islands From Khao Lak: Day Trip Guide
How to visit the Similan Islands from Khao Lak: boat times, park access, what a day trip costs in total, and how to choose between speedboat, snorkel and dive options.
Koh Chang
- 8 Best Koh Chang Diving Sites by Level and Season
Plan Koh Chang diving with 8 top dive sites and wrecks matched to your certification level, plus season, costs, safety and nearby alternatives.
- Hin Luk Bat Dive Site, Koh Chang: Routes, Depth, Season
Hin Luk Bat is a Koh Chang pinnacle dive with anemone fields and fish schools. See routes by level, depth, season, and how to book from Bang Bao.
- Koh Chang Dive Sites: Wrecks, Reefs & Koh Rang
Compare Koh Chang dive sites by depth, boat time and skill level, from the HTMS Chang wreck to the Koh Rang pinnacle, with tips on picking the right one.
- Koh Chang Wreck Dive: HTMS Chang Guide
Plan a Koh Chang wreck dive: who it suits, penetration vs. exterior, boat logistics, season and what to confirm before you book.
- Koh Kood Diving: Sites, Season & Courses Guide
Planning Koh Kood diving? Compare dive sites, the best season, courses vs. fun dives and Koh Rang day trips, with logistics and common mistakes.
- Koh Rang Islands, Koh Chang: Snorkeling Day Trip Guide
What Koh Rang is, which islands in the group are worth a stop, how long the boat trip takes, and what to check before booking from Koh Chang.
Koh Lanta
- 6 Best Koh Lanta Diving Sites: Season, Costs & Trip Guide
Plan Koh Lanta diving: Koh Haa, Hin Daeng and Hin Muang, the May-October closure, boat trade-offs, costs and who each site suits.
- Fun Diving from Koh Lanta: Sites, Season and How to Book
Planning fun dives from Koh Lanta? Compare Koh Haa, Hin Daeng and Hin Muang, check the season, and learn what to ask a dive center before booking.
- Hin Daeng Diving from Koh Lanta: Who It Suits and How to Go
Hin Daeng is a remote open-sea pinnacle for experienced divers. See boat choices, conditions, marine life and how to book from Koh Lanta.
- Hin Muang Dive Site: Koh Lanta Trip, Depth & Who Can Dive
Plan a Hin Muang dive from Koh Lanta: depth, current, season, certification fit, boat logistics and how it compares with Hin Daeng.
- Koh Haa from Koh Lanta: Diving, Snorkeling and Day Trips
How to visit Koh Haa from Koh Lanta: dive sites, snorkeling, boat time, park fee, who it suits and what to check before booking.
- Koh Lanta Dive Sites: Depths, Levels, Costs & Season
Compare Koh Lanta dive sites by depth, current and boat time. See how Hin Daeng, Hin Muang and Koh Haa differ, plus season, closures and costs.
Koh Lipe
- 7 Koh Lipe Diving Sites, Season and How to Choose
Plan Koh Lipe diving: 7 dive sites by skill level, season trade-offs, what to expect on cost and logistics, and how to choose a dive shop.
- Jabang, Koh Lipe: What the Site Is and How to Visit
Jabang is a dive and snorkel site on the Koh Adang side near Koh Rawi, reached on Koh Lipe day trips. Learn who it suits and how to book.
- Koh Adang Guide: Hike, Snorkel & Day Trip from Koh Lipe
Plan a trip to Koh Adang from Koh Lipe: the Chado Cliff hike, Laem Son Beach, snorkeling, park rules, boats and where to stay.
- Koh Lipe Dive Sites: Where to Dive by Level and Boat Time
Compare Koh Lipe dive sites by skill level, depth, and boat distance, with park-fee and booking notes to help you choose.
- Koh Rawi: Visiting from Koh Lipe (Access, Season, What to Expect)
Koh Rawi is a remote, undeveloped island near Koh Lipe. See how to reach it, when boats can go, what to expect, and whether it is worth a day.
- Stonehenge Koh Lipe: Dive Site Guide, Access & Who It Suits
Stonehenge is a soft-coral dive site near Koh Lipe. See who it suits, how to reach it, the best season and what to ask your dive shop.
Koh Phangan
- 5 Best Koh Phangan Diving Sites: Sail Rock and More
Plan Koh Phangan diving: Sail Rock, shallow reefs, beginner trips, how to choose a dive school, and Koh Tao trade-offs.
- Koh Phangan Dive Sites: Sail Rock, Ang Thong and Koh Tao
Where to dive from Koh Phangan: Sail Rock, Ang Thong Marine Park and Koh Tao add-ons, who each suits, how to pick a base and a shop.
- Mae Haad Koh Phangan: Snorkeling, Sandbar & Tide Guide
Mae Haad beach on Koh Phangan: tide-dependent snorkeling, the sandbar to Koh Ma, when to go, hazards, and how to get there.
Koh Samui
- 6 Best Koh Samui Diving Sites, Season & Costs
Plan Koh Samui diving: Sail Rock, Ang Thong and Koh Tao day trips, best months, course costs and whether to base on Samui or Koh Tao.
- Koh Samui Dive Sites: Sail Rock, Koh Tao & Ang Thong Compared
Which dive sites can you reach from Koh Samui? Compare Sail Rock, Koh Tao, Chumphon Pinnacle and Ang Thong by level, trip length, and fit.
Koh Tao
- 8 Best Koh Tao Diving Sites, Season, Courses and Costs
Plan Koh Tao diving: 8 best sites by level, when to go, course options, cost ranges, safety basics and how to choose a dive center.
- Hyperbaric Chamber Koh Tao: Emergency Contacts & Dive Safety Guide
Is there a hyperbaric chamber on Koh Tao? Emergency numbers, where it is, how to reach it, what to do if DCS is suspected, and what to sort out before you dive.
- Is Koh Tao Good for Diving? Honest Guide for 2026
Koh Tao suits beginners and many certified divers, but season, operator and your experience level matter. See who it fits, when to go and what to check.
- Koh Tao Diving Prices: Courses, Fun Dives & Hidden Costs
See indicative Koh Tao diving prices in ฿ for Try Dive, Open Water and fun dives, plus what is included, extra costs and how to compare dive schools.
- Koh Tao Night Dive: Cost, Course & What to Expect
Planning a Koh Tao night dive? Compare fun dives and night courses, see what you can spot, and check safety, gear and insurance first.
- Koh Tao vs Koh Phangan: Which Island Should You Pick?
Koh Tao vs Koh Phangan compared by diving, nightlife, getting around, ferries and trip length, with a clear verdict on who should pick which island.
Krabi
- 5 Krabi Diving Areas: Beginner to Certified Guide
Plan Krabi diving: dive types, five dive areas, when to go, where to base yourself, how to pick an operator, and what to check before you book.
- Ao Nang Diving: Trips, Prices & Which Option Fits (2026)
Diving from Ao Nang: compare local island, Phi Phi and Shark Point trips by time, cost and certification. Includes hidden fees and pickup logistics.
- Krabi Dive Sites: Best Spots by Level & Distance
Compare the best Krabi dive sites by level, boat time and season, from Phi Phi to Hin Daeng, plus tips on choosing a trip and where to stay.
- Krabi Diving Price: What You'll Pay & What's Included
Planning Krabi diving on a budget? See what drives the price of day trips and Open Water courses, what's included, and where to save.
Pattaya
- Scuba Diving Pattaya: 7 Best Dive Sites and Courses
Plan scuba diving in Pattaya: 7 dive sites by level, wreck and island trips, course prices in baht, best season and honest visibility expectations.
- Pattaya Dive Sites: Best Spots, Wrecks and Season Guide
Compare Pattaya dive sites by level, depth, boat time, and season, from Koh Larn reefs to Gulf of Thailand wrecks. Get cost and planning tips.
- Pattaya Wreck Diving: Mataphon, Hardeep & Who Should Go
Which Pattaya wrecks can you dive, at what depth and certification level, and is it worth the trip? Currents, logistics and picks.
Phi Phi
- 6 Best Phi Phi Diving Sites, Courses and Costs
Plan Phi Phi diving: six dive sites, who needs which certification, Phi Phi base vs Phuket day trip, costs in baht and how to choose an operator.
- Bida Nok Diving Guide: Depth, Level, Trips (Phi Phi)
Diving Bida Nok near Phi Phi: who it suits, depth and current, what you'll see, how to get there, and what to check before you book.
- Hin Klang (Hin Klai) Phi Phi: Diving, Snorkeling & Access
Is Hin Klang worth it? Who can dive or snorkel it, how to reach it from Phi Phi, depth, currents, fees and what to ask your operator.
- Palong Wall, Phi Phi: Dive Site Guide, Depth, Level & Access
Palong Wall dive site off Phi Phi Leh near Palong Bay: what it is, who it suits, how trips reach it, and how it compares with nearby Phi Phi sites.
- Phi Phi Dive Sites: Reefs, Levels and Trip Tips
Compare Phi Phi dive sites by level, season, marine life and trip type, with tips for choosing a shop and planning a dive day.
- Phi Phi Diving Price: What You'll Really Pay in 2026
See what diving in Phi Phi costs in THB, which extras add up, and how to choose between a day trip, fun dives or a course.
Phuket
- Scuba Diving Phuket: 5 Dive Sites, Costs & Beginner Tips
Plan scuba diving in Phuket: five dive sites by experience level, try dive vs course vs day trip, and what the price includes.
- Is Phuket Good for Diving? Verdict, Seasons & Costs
A straight answer on whether Phuket suits your diving: sites, seasons, costs, and when Khao Lak or Krabi may be a better base.
- Phuket Diving Day Trip: Sites, Times, Costs
Choose a Phuket diving day trip: Racha, Phi Phi, Shark Point or King Cruiser. Pickup times, what's included, extras and who each suits.
- Phuket Diving Price 2026: Costs, What's Included and Hidden Extras
See what diving in Phuket costs in THB: shore dives, boat day trips, packages, courses and extras. Compare formats and avoid hidden fees.
Similan Islands
- 8 Best Similan Islands Diving Sites and Trip Guide
Plan Similan Islands diving: 8 best dive sites, when to go, day trip vs liveaboard, who each site suits, and the costs to check before booking.
- Similan Islands Day Trip: Timing, Cost & What to Expect
How a Similan Islands day trip works from Phuket or Khao Lak: timings, what's included, park fee, who it suits and when to skip it.
- Similan Islands from Phuket: Boats, Timing and Costs
How to reach the Similan Islands from Phuket: speedboat vs catamaran, the real time budget, season dates, costs and who should skip it.
- Surin or Similan Islands? Which to Visit (and When to Do Both)
Choosing between Surin and Similan? Compare beaches, snorkeling, diving, crowds, access and day-trip vs liveaboard trade-offs to pick your park.
Country-wide guides
- Scuba Diving Thailand: 7 Best Sites, Coasts & Trip Planner
Plan scuba diving in Thailand: 7 best sites across the Andaman Sea and Gulf coasts, matched to your certification level, with trip formats and safety basics.
- 8 Best Dive Sites in Thailand by Coast and Season
Eight top Thai dive sites on the Andaman and Gulf coasts, with who each suits, best months, and how to choose between Koh Tao, Phuket and liveaboards.
- Andaman Sea Diving: Best Areas, Season and Costs
Compare Andaman Sea diving areas, day trips, courses and liveaboards. Practical guidance on seasons, park fees, costs and logistics.
- Best Diving in Thailand: 6 Top Regions, Seasons & Who Each Suits
Where to dive in Thailand by season, certification level and budget. Compare the Similans, Phuket, Koh Tao and more before you book.
- Cave Diving in Thailand: Cavern vs Cave Training
Thinking about cave diving in Thailand? Learn what counts as cave vs cavern diving, the training you need, how to vet operators, and who should skip it.
- Chumphon Diving: Sites, Season, Costs & Pinnacle Guide
Planning Chumphon diving? See Ngam island sites, how Chumphon Pinnacle differs, best season, level needed and how to book a Pak Nam trip.
- Cost of Diving in Thailand: Dives, Courses and Trips
What diving in Thailand costs: price per dive, Open Water courses, liveaboards, and what is not included. Operator examples in baht.
- Dive Trip Thailand: Where, When & How to Plan
Plan a dive trip in Thailand: Andaman vs Gulf seasons, liveaboard or dive center, costs in baht, and which islands suit your level.
- Gulf of Thailand Diving: Best Sites, Season and Bases
Plan Gulf of Thailand diving: compare Koh Tao, Ang Thong and Chumphon, pick the right season, and see how it differs from the Andaman Sea.
- Hua Hin Diving: Day Trips, Seasons & Alternatives
Thinking of diving from Hua Hin? See what's realistic, how day trips work, when to go, and when Chumphon or Koh Tao is the better base.
- Ranong Diving: Surin, Richelieu Rock & Koh Phayam Trips
Plan Ranong diving: which sites are reachable, day trip vs charter, seasons, costs and who should pick Khao Lak or Phuket instead.
- Tech Diving in Thailand: Courses, Sites and How to Start
Where tech diving happens in Thailand, how to choose a course and instructor, what to budget, and how to plan access and gas logistics safely.
- Wreck Diving in Thailand: Best Wrecks by Level & Region
Compare Thailand's wreck dives by region, depth and certification level, with season, access and course tips for Pattaya, Koh Chang and Phi Phi.