DIVING COURSES
OPEN WATER COURSE
The PADI Open Water course is designed for those taking their first steps into scuba diving. You will learn all the basic skills required to dive safely. Our instructors help you learn and build your confidence in a safe environment.
PADI Open water diver course
Imagine breathing underwater… Surrounded by colourful fish… Over a beautiful coral reef…
Take the PADI Open Water Diver course with us and learn to dive in Thailand’s warm, tropical waters. Our professional multi-lingual Instructors will be at your side throughout your course. We’ll show you that scuba diving is safe and, most importantly, it’s fun!
So check out the entry level options below and become a certified diver
Prepare to enter a whole new world! Happy diving!
PADI OPEN WATER DIVER
PADI OPEN WATER REFERRAL
UPGRADE TO OPEN WATER
When you learn to dive with us, you become part of our Sea Dragon family. Which means you’ll get Return Customer Discounts on all future courses or liveaboard trips. The more you dive with us the bigger your discount! You can even earn a FREE liveaboard trip! That’s the Sea Dragon way of saying thank you ♥
PADI OPEN WATER DIVER
The most well known beginner’s dive course in the world, suitable for most people
Become a certified diver in just 3 days.
You’ll learn how to dive safely and how to protect the environment
What will I do?
Theory: All course theory is done online before you arrive. You will read the e-manual, answer the Knowledge Reviews, take the Quizzes and complete a multiple choice exam
Confined water training: On day one of your course you will be in our on-site swimming pool to start your dive training. We will teach you to the use SCUBA equipment with plenty of time to practice the skills
Open water dives: Day two will be open water dives 1-2 at our local house reef. On day three you’ll do open water dives 3-4. This will be either on one of our liveaboard trips or our local Artificial Reef. See below for our 2 course options
After completing your course you will receive a PADI Open Water Diver certification e-card. With this e-card you can dive anywhere in the world! Also available for Juniors aged 10-14 years
PADI Open Water Course Options
Option 1: Combined with a liveaboard trip
This combines your Open Water Course with a liveaboard trip, at a special discounted package price.
Day one is in our swimming pool for confined water training. On Day two we’ll go to our local reef for open water dives 1 and 2. That evening you will depart on the liveaboard trip and finish your course onboard
Add-on price: B10,500
Option 2: local diving in Khao Lak
All diving at the dive sites close to Khao Lak at a great price. Starting with confined water training in our swimming pool on day one. On day two we do open water dives 1 + 2 at our local reef. Final open water dives 3 + 4 will be at our local wreck or artificial reef on day three.
B14,000 – 4 dives at Khao Lak (two separate day trips)
Entry level certification course – the most well-known diving certification in the world!
Prerequisites: You must be able to swim 200m
Age: Open Water Diver: 15 years
Junior Open Water Diver: 10 years
Course length: 3 days
Course overview: 5 chapters of theory (online), 5 confined water sessions & 4 open water dives
Group size: Max. 4 students per course
Open Water e-Manual: This is included in your course price. You will study online in advance of the course start date
Medical: Please check the medical requirements for diving by clicking this link. If you will answer YES to any questions, please contact our office for advice on any further medical statements we may need to ensure your safety whilst diving
Certification: You will be certified as a PADI Open Water Diver. You can dive to a depth of 18m with a buddy. Junior Open Water Divers must always be accompanied by a certified adult diver. Juniors aged 10-11 years are restricted to 12m max. depth
Full prices for our PADI Open Water course options. No hidden costs
Option 1: combined with a liveaboard trip
PADI Open Water course with a local diving day trip and a liveaboard trip on the MV Andaman or MV Explorer.
Add-on price B10,500
Option 2: Local Diving in Khao Lak
The whole course completed at dive sites close to Khao Lak
| Local Diving | National Park fee |
| 14,000 | No park fee |
All prices include a full set of dive equipment
This is a 3-day course, which can start any day, scheduled upon request
Before the course starts: The theory is all completed online in advance, so the earlier you book the more time you will have to prepare. Check-in at the dive center one day before the course starts
Day 1 – Quick Review of theory + confined water training dives in our on-site swimming pool
Day 2 – 2 dives on our local reef near Khao Lak
Day 3 – 2 dives on either our artificial reef or wreck at Khao Lak or on one of our liveaboard trips
INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
Everything you need is included in the price of your course, there are no hidden extras!
Please note: National Park fees for the Similan/Surin Islands, if applicable, are always listed separately
- PADI Open Water e-Manual (online)
- PADI certification fees and Open Water certification e-card
- Transport from the dive center to and from the harbour for your diving trips
- All jetty fees for your boat trips
- Free lunch, water & fruit on your Open Water diving days (vegetarian options available)
- Free use of diving equipment
- Free collection from your hotel every morning and return transport every evening
- Free tea/coffee & water bottle refills in our dive center
- Free Wi-Fi at our dive center
- Free Sea Dragon logbook
- Free Sea Dragon t-shirt or towel
- Lifetime return customer discount, ranging from 10% off a course to a totally free liveaboard!
PADI OPEN WATER REFERRAL
Start at home and finish on holiday!
Did you know you can split your course and do sections of the training in two different places? This is called the PADI Open Water Referral and takes 2 days.
If you have completed all the theory & confined water sessions already, you can finish the course with us. You must have the correct paperwork signed by your previous instructor
What will I do?
Day 1: assessement of theory and pool skills– we need to check what you know. Followed by two Open Water training dives on our local coral reef
Day 2: two more Open Water training dives on either our Artificial Reef/Wreck or on one of our liveaboard trips
On completion of your course you will receive a PADI Open Water Diver diving certification e-card. With this e-card you can dive anywhere in the world! Also available for Juniors aged 10-14 years
PADI Open Water Referral Course Options
Option 1: Combined with a liveaboard trip
This option also combines the Referral course with a liveaboard trip, but with an extra day at a local dive site. On day 1 we review your theory and skills in our swimming pool. Followed by open water dives 1-2 at our local reef. Then you’ll depart on the liveaboard trip and finish the course onboard
3 day/ 3 night starting from B25,740 – including a total of 11 dives
4 day/4 night starting from B29,340 – including a total of 15 dives
7 day/ 7 night starting from B39,600 – including a total of 24 dives
11 day/ 11 night starting from B55,350 – including a total of 37 dives
Check the Prices tab below for cabin options and National Park fees
Option 2: local diving in Khao Lak
All course dives completed at sites close to Khao Lak. Perfect if you’d like shorter days and a cheaper price. As above, we start with a theory and skill review on day one and a day trip to the local reef for open water dives 1 + 2. On day two we visit the Artificial Reef or local wreck for course dives 3 + 4
B12,000 – 4 dives at Khao Lak (two separate day trips)
For divers who have started the PADI Open Water course with another dive center and have the referral paperwork to confirm this
Prerequisites: Referral papers signed by your previous PADI Instructor, dated within one year
Age: Open Water Diver: 15 years
Junior Open Water Diver: 10 years
Course length: 2 days
Course overview: Theory and pool skills assessment + 4 open water dives
Group size: Max. 4 students per course
Other: You must be able to swim 200m
Medical: Please check the medical requirements for diving by clicking this link. If you will answer YES to any questions, please contact our office for advice on any further medical statements we may need to ensure your safety whilst diving
Certification: You will be certified as a PADI Open Water Diver. You can dive to a depth of 18m with a buddy. Junior Open Water Divers must always be accompanied by a certified adult diver. Juniors aged 10-11 years are restricted to 12m max. depth
Full prices for our PADI Open Water Referral course options. No hidden costs
Option 1: Combined with a liveaboard trip
Combined package price: the PADI Open Water Referral course with a local diving day and a liveaboard trip
| Trip length | No. of dives | Single Bed | Double Cabin | Ensuite Cabin | National Park fee |
| 11 | 25,740 | 27,000 | 27,900 | 1,800 | |
| 15 | 29,340 | 31,140 | 32,040 | 1,800 / 2,000* | |
| 24 | 39,600 | 42,750 | 44,325 | 3,600/ 3,800** | |
| 37 | 55,350 | 60,300 | 62,775 | 5,600 | |
| * National Park fees: 1,800 if the trip goes south to north. 2,000 if north to south | |||||
| ** National Park fees: 3,600 if the trip goes south to north. 3,800 if north to south | |||||
Option 2: Local Diving in Khao Lak
Complete the whole course at dive sites close to Khao Lak
| Local Diving | National Park fee |
| 12,000 | No park fee |
A full set of diving equipment is included in the above prices
This is a 2-day course, scheduled upon request
Before the course starts: Check in at the dive center at least one day before the course starts. Don’t forget to bring your referral papers with you!
Day 1 – Assessment in our on-site swimming pool and 2 dives on our local reef near Khao Lak
Day 2 – 2 dives on either our artificial reef or local wreck near Khao Lak, or on one of our liveaboard trips
INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
Everything you need is included in the price of your course, there are no hidden extras!
Please note: National Park fees for the Similan/Surin Islands, if applicable, are always listed separately
- PADI certification fees and Open Water certification card
- Transport from the dive center to and from the harbour for your diving trips
- All jetty fees for your boat trips
- Free lunch, water & fruit on your Open Water diving days (vegetarian options available)
- Free use of diving equipment
- Free collection from your hotel every morning and return transport every evening
- Free tea, coffee & water bottle refills in our dive center
- Free Wi-Fi at our dive center
- Free Sea Dragon log book
- Free Sea Dragon t-shirt or towel
- Lifetime return customer discount, ranging from 10% off your next course to a totally free liveaboard!
These are the additional services we provide that you may like to take advantage of.
Insurance: Does your travel insurance cover you for scuba diving? Check your policy wording before you arrive. If you are not already covered, we offer diving insurance as an optional extra. You can book daily or weekly insurance through us when you check in, and get instant cover
Taxis: Can be arranged for you on request. Please contact us if you would like an airport taxi. We can also arrange a car and driver for private day trips around the area. Minibuses are available for larger groups
*** Return customer discount ***
After your open water course you will be a Sea Dragon return customer. Which means 10% discount on one of our liveaboard trips or your next PADI course. The more courses or trips you do, the more discount you will get! ♥
PADI SCUBA DIVER UPGRADE TO OPEN WATER DIVER
Upgrade your PADI Scuba Diver certification to the full PADI Open Water certification
This course continues where your Scuba Diver course ended. It is the second half of the PADI Open Water course. After this 1.5 day course you’ll be certified to dive to 18m with a buddy
What will I do?
Day 1: half day to review your theory & skills, followed by two confined water training dives in our on-site swimming pool
Day 2: two Open Water training dives on either our Artificial Reef or on a Similan day trip or on one of our live aboard trips
On completion of your course you will receive a PADI Open Water Diver diving certification card. With this card you can dive anywhere in the world!
Also available for Juniors aged 10-14 years
PADI Open Water Upgrade Course Options
Option 1: with a liveaboard trip
Combine the PADI Open Water course with a liveaboard trip on the MV Andaman. The best way to experience some of the top dive sites in Thailand
3 day/ 3 night starting from B21,510 including a total of 9 dives
4 day/4 night starting from B25,110 including a total of 13 dives
7 day/ 7 night starting from B34,398 including a total of 22 dives
Option 2: with a day trip to the Similan/Surin Islands
If you’re limited on time but still want to visit a National Park, this is a great choice
B13,400 + B700 National Park Fee– 2 dives on a day trip to the Similan/Surin Islands
Option 3: local diving at Khao Lak
A great option for people who want a shorter day and a cheaper price
B8,300 – 2 dives at Khao Lak
This is the PADI Open Water upgrade course for certified PADI Scuba Divers
Prerequisites: Certified PADI Scuba Diver – please bring your certification card with you
Age: Open Water Diver: 15 years
Junior Open Water Diver: 10 years
Course length: 1.5 days
Course overview: 2 theory sessions (online), 2 confined water sessions & 2 open water dives
Group size: Max. 4 students per course
Other: Be able to swim 200m
Medical: Please check the medical requirements for diving by clicking this link. If you will answer YES to any questions, please contact our office for advice on any further medical statements we may need to ensure your safety whilst diving
Certification: You will be certified as a PADI Open Water Diver to dive to a depth of 18m with a buddy. Junior Open Water Divers must always be accompanied by an adult, and aged 10-11 years are restricted to 12m max. depth
Full prices for our 3 course options. No hidden costs
Option 1: with a liveaboard trip
Package price combining the PADI Scuba Diver upgrade course with a liveaboard trip on the MV Andaman
| Trip length | No. of dives | Single Bed | Double Cabin | Ensuite Cabin | National Park fee |
| 11 | 25,740 | 27,000 | 27,900 | 1,800 | |
| 15 | 29,340 | 31,140 | 32,040 | 1,800 / 2,000* | |
| 24 | 39,600 | 42,750 | 44,325 | 3,600/ 3,800** | |
| 37 | 55,350 | 60,300 | 62,775 | 5,600 | |
| * National Park fees: 1,800 if the trip goes south to north. 2,000 if north to south | |||||
| ** National Park fees: 3,600 if the trip goes south to north. 3,800 if north to south | |||||
Option 2: with a Similan/Surin Island day trip
| Surin/Similan Day Trip | National Park fee |
| 13,400 | 700 |
Option 3: with a local diving day trip
| Local Diving | National Park fee |
| 8,200 | No park fee |
Prices include a full set of scuba equipment
This is a 1.5-day course
Before the course starts: Come to the dive center no less than one day before the course starts for the registration session. Complete the two Knowledge Reviews online before Day 1
Day 1 – Quick Review + confined water practice sessions in our on-site swimming pool
Day 2 – 2 dives on either our artificial reef at Khao Lak, at the Similan Islands or at on of our liveaboard trips
INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
Everything you need is included in the price of your course, there are no hidden extras!
Please note: National Park fees for the Similan/Surin Islands, if applicable, are always listed separately
- PADI certification fees and Open Water certification card
- Transport from the dive center to and from the harbour for your diving trips
- All jetty fees for your boat trips
- Free lunch, water & fruit on your Open Water diving days (vegetarian options available)
- Free use of diving equipment
- Free collection from your hotel every morning and return transport every evening
- Free tea, coffee & water bottle refills in our dive center
- Free Wi-Fi at our dive center
- Free Sea Dragon log book
- Free Sea Dragon t-shirt or towel
- Lifetime return customer discount, ranging from 10% off your next course to a totally free liveaboard!
These are the additional services we provide that you may like to take advantage of.
Insurance: Does your travel insurance cover you for scuba diving? Check your policy wording before you arrive. If you are not already covered, we offer diving insurance as an optional extra. You can book daily or weekly insurance through us when you check in, and get instant cover
Taxis: Can be arranged for you on request. Please contact us if you would like an airport taxi. We can also arrange a car and driver for private day trips around the area. Minibuses are available for larger groups
*** Return customer discount ***
After your open water course you will be a Sea Dragon return customer. Which means 10% discount on one of our liveaboard trips or your next PADI course. The more courses or trips you do, the more discount you will get! ♥
What can I do next?
After the PADI Open Water Diver course, the next certification is PADI Advanced Open Water course
If you did the Open Water course with Sea Dragon you will get 10% return customer discount on the Advanced course!
