PADI Courses in the Similan Islands 

PADI Open Water Course

This course Is the ultimate way to learn how to dive safely and gain confidence in the water of the world-famous Similan islands. This course takes place, firstly, at our PADI 5-star diving centre in the heart of Khao Lak .You will also visit a private swimming pool in Kao Lak to learn basic underwater skills getting you ready for the open water sea dives.  Similan Day Trip Boat (The M/V Turtle Queen), is the most  comfortable and convenient way to the Similan islands.

Course Contents

• At Our PADI 5 Star Dive-Centre

You will start this course with Day 1  theory (book and DVD-based) – not as fun as being in the sea but so worth it when you’re out there! We have an air-conditioned classroom, for your comfort on those sweltering summer days of 32c.  Day 2 The next morning a day at the swimming pool to learn about your Diving equipment and practice basic diving skills in a Safe environment . Once the pool session is completed your ready for the open sea dives.  Great Let's Go 

• At Sea

Welcome aboard the M/V Turtle Queen, where you’ll start to really enjoy our PADI courses in the Similan Islands! The first diving day will see you do 2 dives to 12 meters  depth.  Get a feel for the open water and see the beautiful creatures that live below the surface with your instructor always by your side, You’ll also have time to visit the beach! On the second diving day, you’ll do two more dives, this time to a depth of 18 meters  These dives  will take place at different dive sites, after which, you’ll be fully certified. Congratulations – you’re an PADI Open Water Diver!

Price 23,000Baht

All Included

• National Marine Park fees 1,400Baht
• PADI Open Water Diver Course
• PADI Open Water Manual on- line.
• 2 Days diving in the Similan Island
• 4 Dives with your instructor
• Full set of Diving equipment.
• Diver log book.
• PADI Open Water certification card
• Free pick up from your accommodation in Khaolak

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PADI Rescue Diver

This course is the most safety-focused our PADI Rescue courses in the Similan Islands. You will be taught the skills to effectively rescue a fellow diver, in the event of an emergency. As part of this course, you will receive training as an EFR (Emergency First Responder), unless you have qualified elsewhere within the last 24 months. This will involve training in CPR, First Aid and Secondary Care, as well as divers sharing air assisting a Panic diver under water and above with many more recue diver techniques to make you a more knowledgeable diver for your safety  and the  safety of your fellow divers.

Course Contents

• Theory

Theory topics, at our 5-star diving centre in Khao Lak, include: the psychology of rescue, preparation for a diving emergency, accident management and how to respond to a diving emergency.

• Practice

The practical side of the course will cover topics, such as: cramp removal, tired diver towing and the use of an alternate air source. Additionally, we’ll teach you how to respond to problems such as an irrational or panicked diver (both at the surface and underwater), correct responses from both boat and shore, surfacing, the performance of rescue breathing and regressing with an unconscious diver. You’ll also be presented with different scenarios in which you can demonstrate what you’ve learned and practiced. You will also make 1 trip to our local dive sites, by Longtail boat, as part of the course will be administered from the beach here in Khaolak.

Price

EFR Course: 6,500 Baht +7% VAT (280 Baht)

Included in the price is the EFR Manual and Certification Card upon completion of the course.

Rescue Diver Course: 15,000 Baht +7% VAT (630 Baht)

Included in the price is the Rescue Diver Manual and Certification Card upon completion of the course.

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