Diving in Phuket: PADI Courses, Sites & Dive Schools 2026

Diving in Phuket is exceptional. The Andaman Sea has pristine reefs, shipwrecks, and macro life. After seven years, we've logged dozens of dives here. PADI Courses: - Open Water (3-4 days): 8,000-12,000 THB - Advanced Open Water: 6,000-9,000 THB - Divemaster: 25,000-40,000 THB - Specialties (deep, rescue, nitrox): 3,000-5,000 THB each Best dive operators: - Phuket Wake Park Diving: Professional, small groups, 8+ dive sites - Siam Diving: 20+ years experience, Similan specialist - Andaman Discoveries: Eco-focused, technical diving Famous dive sites: - Koh Similan (islands, granite formations, big fish, November-May best) - Koh Racha (wreck dives, manta season May-November) - Phang Nga Bay (local dives, 20m depth, beginner-friendly) - King Cruiser Wreck (30m, only for experienced) Costs: - Dive trip (2 dives): 2,000-3,500 THB all-inclusive - Full-day liveaboard: 4,000-6,000 THB - Certification course: 8,000-12,000 THB for Open Water Best season: November-May (visibility 20-30m, calm seas, perfect). Honest advice: Start with a resort course in controlled conditions. Phuket diving is deep (20-40m typical). Respect the depth, get trained properly, and dive within your limits.