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FAQ SCUBA DIVING

Scuba diving is an exhilarating underwater activity where divers use self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (SCUBA) to explore the depths. It allows individuals to venture beneath the surface, immersing themselves in an otherworldly realm, discovering marine life, vibrant reefs, and submerged landscapes with unparalleled freedom and adventure.

Scuba diving’s popularity stems from its allure of exploring underwater wonders, encountering diverse marine life, and experiencing a unique sense of freedom and adventure beneath the waves.

Scuba diving, when practiced properly and with the necessary training, equipment, and adherence to safety protocols, is generally safe. However, like any adventure sport, it carries inherent risks that can be mitigated through proper training and adherence to safety guidelines.

Scuba diving involves potential risks such as decompression sickness, barotrauma, nitrogen narcosis, and equipment malfunctions. These risks can be mitigated through proper training, adherence to safety protocols, and regular equipment maintenance.

Honestly, the answer is YES and NO… Being able to swim a bit to be reasonably confident in the water if a good idea to try diving, but on the try dive, swimming skills are not a must requirement, however, you do need to swim to get a PADI open water certification but you only have a float test to become a certified PADI Scuba Diver

No, Learning at your own pace is at the core of PADI’s system of education. This means mastering one skill at a time and progressing at your own speed until you are confident. Many students are amazed how they can go from never having dived to total confidence in one swimming pool session, but everyone is different and we progress at your capability speed.

No, it’s a common scuba misconception many people state about recreational scuba diving. You will be breathing normal air (21% oxygen / 79% Nitrogen) which has simply been compressed and dehumidified.

Nitrox or EANx as its sometimes referred to is not normal compressed air. It is air with higher levels of Oxygen blended into it. This gas exposes you to a lot less nitrogen which yields many advantages, one of which is longer dive times. Read about getting Nitrox certified here

FAQ PADI DIVE COURSES

We off all PADI dive courses structured to cater to divers at different skill levels. From introductory programs like Discover Scuba Diving to dive certifications:

Open Water Diver (18m)
Advanced Open Water (30m)
Rescue Diver
Specialty Courses
Divemaster

Each course provides progressive training, combining theory, confined water practice, and open water dives. These courses equip divers with skills, knowledge, and certifications to dive safely and confidently at increasing depths and environments.

The minimum age to start scuba diving courses with PADI allows children as young as 10 years old to enroll in their junior diver programs, enabling them to begin their scuba diving education under proper supervision and tailored instruction.

Overcoming a fear of water is possible in many cases, but it requires patience, understanding, and gradual exposure to water activities. Enrolling in a scuba diving course with patient instructors who focus on building confidence and addressing fears can help individuals conquer their apprehension.

Learn to dive Scuba diving courses cost between $400 and $500 depending on individual courses.

Scuba diving should be is a relaxing sport, however, like any outdoor activtiy, you should be reasonably fit and in good health.  The whole idea is to take your time and take it slow underwater. Whether you are a certified diver or taking a course, we will ask you if you have any pre-existing medical conditions or are taking medication for which you should ask your doctor about before diving.

Certainly! Although we will require you to have a PADI medical form signed off on by a doctor first. Many people with physical challenges are scuba divers, with a slightly different approach that focus on what you can do and finding ways to accommodate each individual there aren’t many disabilities that cant be overcome.

No, Learning at your own pace is at the core of PADI’s system of education. This means mastering one skill at a time and progressing at your own speed until you are confident. Many students are amazed how they can go from never having dived to total confidence in one swimming pool session, but everyone is different and we progress at your capability speed.

PADI is the Professional Association of Dive Instructors and it is the largest diver training agency. Many of PADI’s dive innovations have been adopted by other agencies. Dive PADI and join the largest dive community in the world!

FAQ PATTAYA

Pattaya’s scuba diving season is actually all year around. when other dive destinations close for the monsoon season are still diving Pattaya on our daily adventures. March through July is generally classed as low season, with more extreme shifts in conditions from super hot to super wet whereas the very best diving conditions generally occur from August through to February, however, the months in between can offer some great dives if you can handle the heat and the odd 1 hour of rain!

Pattaya weather is generally good all year round. You will find it hot and dry from March to June, from July to October time it is nicely warm with spots of rain and then November to February is generally cooler and dry. The latter part of the season is Pattaya high season, the weather is still fantastic by European summer standards but no so hot as early in the year when it might be a little too hot for some in the high 30’s. The other reason for this season being Pattaya high season is that many people like to spend Christmas or New Year in the tropics

The Dive Sites as classified between 3 major areas. The Pattaya Near Islands, The Pattaya Far Islands, and The Samae San Islands are all classed as Pattaya Diving Sites. All dive site trips are full-day Boat trip excursions that range from 30 minutes of boat travel to 1hr 30 depending on boat speed surface conditions.

Please see our dive sites page and Scuba Diving In Pattaya For More Info

Our Dive Center is very safety focused. It is the TAT’s ( Thailand Authority of Tourism) policy to have a locally experienced professional dive leader on the boat to provide dive briefings and to lead the dive. Along with surprised Snorkelling activities. If you are a travelling dive club with your own dive pro leaders, this is fine but we will still put a guide in the water with each team to ensure safety and assistance where required.

Pattaya is situated on the eastern coast of Thailand, along the Gulf of Thailand. It’s approximately 100 kilometers southeast of Bangkok, making it a popular destination easily accessible from the Thai capital.

Read More About Pattaya and Getting To Pattaya.

Depends on personal preferences and interests. Areas like Pattaya Beach offer vibrant nightlife, shopping, and dining experiences, while Jomtien Beach provides a more relaxed atmosphere. The choice also depends on proximity to attractions. Central Pattaya is ideal for convenient access to malls, markets, and entertainment, while Naklua and Wong Amat Beach offer quieter stays.

Pattaya offers a range of options catering to various budgets. Accommodations, dining, and activities in Pattaya can suit both budget-conscious travelers and those seeking luxury experiences. Generally, compared to some other Thai destinations, Pattaya might be considered moderately priced and cheaper compared to Phuket and Bangkok, offering a diverse range of options that can accommodate various budgets.

Pattaya isn’t world known for crystal clear water, but with this said, it isn’t too bad most of the time and when it’s good, it really is great, especially on high tides on the further island dive sites. The visibility diving Pattaya does shift however around the time of year and the weather. After bad weather, especially on low tides, visibility can drop to about 5m metres. On good days though, we can expect visibility of 18m to 20+ metres. This is true of nearly all scuba diving locations, its the nature of the ocean.

FAQ BOOKINGS

Yes, Please. We are busier at certain times of the year and need to reserve your place on the boat or course. To avoid disappointment please confirm your booking at least 48hrs before. For us to allocate your space on the boat organize staff and groups accordingly and communicate with you to make sure everything is perfect, we need you to awareness of your booking at least a few days before.

Activities Start at 8:30 am and return around 4:00pm.

These are the meet-up and departure times. However, earlier starts and later returns from your hotels may occur if you factor in travel times from where you are staying.

On any activity with our dive center, your registration paperwork will ask you to declare any pre-existing medical conditions or prescription medication.  As a certified diver, it is your responsibility to remain fit to dive and let us know if you have any concerns. As a Try Diver or dive student, we will ask you in detail to fill out  THE PADI MEDICAL FORM. If you can answer YES to any condition listed, you will NOT be able to dive until you have a dive fit sign-off from a doctor. You can check this form before your trip here and at the bottom of all course pages. It is possible to get a dive medical check in Thailand also, but certainly not on the morning on a trip in time to attend the same day.

Yes, to allocate and reserve your place we require a deposit once you have filled in your dive trip or course booking information. When booking online, you have the choice to pay a deposit or in full.

After a deposit, you settle the balance the morning the trip starts. You can pay by Thai Baht cash or direct bank transfer if you have a Thai bank account, alternatively, you can pay via credit or debit card, although please note that our bank charges 3% for card transactions which is added to your balance. This is because we are a small business and offer this service for convenience it is easier than withdrawing cash from an ATM before arrival  Since Thai ATMs charge at least 200 – 3000thb per withdrawal plus exchange rate fees customers don’t mind this option.

YES & NO. You can pay your full balance at the point of booking with PayPal at least 24 hours before the activity commences. If you book way in advance via deposit, again you can send the balance via PayPal also later but you must allow 72 hours before the activity to do so. Typically we cannot accept Paypal on the day of a trip as Paypal often reviews transactions for between 24- 72 hours before releasing funds which may result in the funds not reaching us if the transaction is not approved by Paypal. If you wish to settle your balance on the day please prepare to pay with cash, card, or bank transfer. Thankyou.

Unfortunately not, however, you can get the very best prices by booking here in advance!

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