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Introductory dive for non-certified divers

5.0(29)Bophut7 hours
VIATOR5.0(4)TRIPADVISOR5.0(25)
Introductory dive for non-certified divers
Introductory dive for non-certified divers
Introductory dive for non-certified divers
Introductory dive for non-certified divers
Introductory dive for non-certified divers
Introductory dive for non-certified divers

At a glance

Duration
7 hours
Price from
$213 / person
Location
Bophut
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 29 reviews
Languages
DE, DE, TH, TH
Group
Small group, up to 6
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Samui Discovery Divers, Co., Ltd

Description

The Discover Scuba Diving program is the perfect program for beginner divers who do not have a diving certification. You will learn the basics of diving from one of our full-time PADI instructors and then do 2 real dives to a maximum of 12 meters at real dive sites. This will be the highlight of your vacation. You need to be in good health and do not have any medical issues such as asthma, high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease or recent surgeries. If you have questions regarding a medical condition, please ask us prior to booking

Tour Options

Discover Scuba Diving

Pickup included

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
8:00 AM
Next available
Sun, Oct 4
Adult (ages 18–70)
$213
Youth (ages 13–17)
$213
Child (ages 10–12)
$213

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.

Itinerary

Mango Bay
300 min

We will visit a beginner dive area, which could be Mango Bay or another dive site that we find suitable for the day

What's included

Included
Full PADI insurance
Use of SCUBA equipment
Lunch and drinks
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Restroom on board
Not included
Extra change of 500 Baht for pickups on West and South of the island

Pickup Locations & Times

Pickup time will depend on where your hotel is on the island. Pickup times can be between 7:30-8:30. Pickups are included for hotels on the north and east of the island. Hotels on the south or southwest part of the island will be an extra charge of 500 each way

Traveller Ratings

5.0
29 reviews
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How it compares in Bophut

  • Rated higher than 91% of 70 reviewed tours in Bophut
  • No. 46 by number of reviews among 174 tours in Bophut

Excurgo comparison of 174 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Participants must not have active asthma, heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Introductory dive for non-certified divers take?

Introductory dive for non-certified divers lasts about 7 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.

How much does Introductory dive for non-certified divers cost?

Prices start at $213 per person for this Bophut experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Introductory dive for non-certified divers run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM.

How much does Introductory dive for non-certified divers cost for children?

Children aged 10–12 pay from $213, adults from $213.

Can I cancel Introductory dive for non-certified divers for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup time will depend on where your hotel is on the island. Pickup times can be between 7:30-8:30. Pickups are included for hotels on the north and east of the island. Hotels on the south or southwest part of the island will be an extra charge of 500 each way Pickup points include Villa Flora Samui, Khun Chaweng Resort.

What languages is Introductory dive for non-certified divers offered in?

The experience is available in DE, DE, TH, TH, CMN, CMN, JA, JA, YUE, YUE, SK, SK, EN, EN, IT, PL, PL, FR, FR, ES, ES, ML, ML.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Introductory dive for non-certified divers worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 29 verified reviews; it is run by Samui Discovery Divers, Co., Ltd.

Reviews(29)

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P8714RRjerryh
September 27, 2026
Don't miss out on Snorkeling in Koh Tao. The high speed boat was smooth and got us there and back in a flash.

Margo was an awesome snorkeling guide! She knew exactly where to take us to find the best spots for seeing tropical fish and did a fantastic job explaining the many different species we encountered. There were eight of us in our group, and Margo kept a close eye on everyone throughout the entire excursion, making sure we were safe, comfortable, and enjoying the beautiful waters around Koh Tao. Her knowledge of the area and the marine life really made the experience special. If you're looking for a great snorkeling experience around Koh Tao, we highly recommend Margo. She was fantastic! 🐠🐢🌴. And the lunch was delicious!

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P8840ANjackf
April 27, 2026
Gustavo Great Instructor

Great first dive - Gustavo was an awesome instructor- definitely recommend !!

Operator response

Thanks for the review! Gustavo is fantastic and specializes in introducing new divers to the underwater world. We hope to see you back again!

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Carine T
March 4, 2026
Perfect center for beginners and experienced

Very nice experience for the diving baptism of our children in Koh Samui. Simple and efficient organization for booking, punctual hotel pick-up and quality equipment. Thanks to Pierre, French instructor, for his professionalism and his clear and reassuring explanations for our two 15-year-olds. Two very well supervised dives. We had already dived, but for them it was a perfectly successful first. I recommend 100%

Operator response

Merci, Carine, for the wonderful review. Our team has introduced many children to the incredible world of diving, and we are so happy that not just your children had a great time, but you saw the professionalism, safety, and care provided to them on their first-ever diving experience. We very much hope to see you all back again in the future, perhaps even for your Open Water certifications.

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conorq723
February 16, 2026
Discovery - First Time Diver

Great experience with Margo and the team at Discovery for my first diving experience. Clear communication, instructions and guidance through the day from start to finish made it an enjoyable experience. Highly recommend!

Operator response

Thanks so much for the review. We are so happy you had such a great time with Marguax and our team, and found the day to run smoothly and fun yet professional. We hope to see you back again.

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kepeil
February 13, 2026
Definitely worth it

It was an amazing experience. We had two tries to go underwater in two different places. And we’re lucky enough to see turtles. The food for lunch is solid. It was a full day worth it. The instructor is patient and very skilled. I learned it super fast thanks to him

Operator response

Thank you for the glowing review. We are so happy you had such an amazing time, and thank you for sharing your experience with us. Our Instructors are very experienced, and this shows in their patience and instruction for new divers. Hopefully, we see you back again for more Turtles and fun!

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Craig M
January 21, 2026
Awesome intro dive with excellent instruction

I did an intro dive and my instructor Dion was excellent, he gave me continuous instruction as needed and taught me skills and techniques I didn’t receive in two previous intro dives I’ve done elsewhere. The coral and fish were spectacular. Highly recommended.

Operator response

Thank you Craig for the lovely review. Dion and all of our staff always do what they can to make beginners and certified divers as comfortable as possible. We believe going the extra mile maximises safety and enjoyment. We hope to see you back again for your Open Water Course.

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abiw630
December 18, 2025
A 5* experience for total beginners, a trip highlight for us, with wonderful instructors.

TLDR; Can't recommend Discovery Dive Centre and our experience with Margot enough. Every tiny detail was considered and handled- we felt truly looked after - an extremely personalised experience and complete highlight from our entire Thailand trip. We had the most incredible experience with Discovery Dive Centre, starting right at the point of enquiry right through to being dropped back off at our hotel. We were recommended to the centre and got in touch by whatsapp to see if they had next day availability. Having never dived before, I had a couple of questions, all of which were answered very promptly via whatapp and I was able to book easily online, they had great availability! We were drawn to them because of their commitment to small group sizes and qualified, dedicated and experienced staff. My one bit of advice for anyone before booking, is if you're uncertain about any medical conditions that might affect your ability to dive, ask for the medical questionnaire before booking so you can see what would need a drs sign off and make sure you can get an appointment before booking. We were very fortunate, my husband was able to see a dr in Koh Samui for as little as £4 the day before the dive to be signed off, having had ear surgery years ago. However, we did this in 'low season' on the island, so not sure what a drs last minute availability would be in high season. We were picked up from our hotel promptly; met at the dive centre by the very friendly staff who all introduced themselves and told us who would be looking after us that day. We had a thorough intro into diving 101, sorted paperwork and what would be happening at each step of the day was explained. It was all brilliantly organised and made very clear and gave us huge confidence we were in great hands. We were extremely impressed by how much was handled and thought of by Discovery- everything was thought of by the dive centre to the last detail (including sea sickness tablets if needed!) We were thoroughly looked after by Margot, our dive instructor, the entire day, in and out of the water. The boat crew also took care of everything from helping us in and out of the water & sorting out our needs on the journey. We felt very looked after and thought of, with everything that had been considered. I was a much more nervous diver than I'd anticipated I'd be, and Margot was extremely patient, understanding and went at a pace that was needed for us. Having her there every step of the way made my dive experience what it was- a total triumph and one I was extremely proud of! She was very encouraging, positive and knowledgeable. It was just my husband and I with Margot, and for non-divers this was the perfect ratio; I'm not sure if 1:2 is the requirement or usual practice, but it made for an extremely personalised experience, we were able to communicate our needs to Margot and go at a pace and depth with no pressure or guilt of anyone else in the group and made us feel very safe. I would absolutely recommend Discovery Dive Centre and their introductory dive for non certified divers. A total highlight form our trip to Thailand, thanks again Margot!

Operator response

Thank you for this glowing review! And thank you for highlighting our organisational and professionalism, which we take great pride in after 26 years in business. Margaux and the rest of our team are highly experienced and know just how to make new divers feel calm and at ease for their first time. 4:1 is the padi standard, but we like to try and keep the groups smaller wherever possible. We hope to see you both back again for your Open Water certifications in the future.

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Getaway61339952348
November 24, 2025
Beautiful, Amazing, Bucketlist, Great experience!!!!!! Thank You Pierre!!!!!

Best Experience Ever!!!! Now ticked off my bucketlist!!!! Went through everything on land. My husband and I were the only beginners so we had Pierre all to ourselves. Pierre was amazing, such a great bloke, and gave great instruction. Our first dive was amazing, the different fish and coral's, we were blown away. Loved it. Lunch on board the boat was so delicoius, rice with a beautiful Thai Curry and fried chicken. Our second dive took us to Shark Island. Awesome!!!! It was like I was in another world. Loved it, Loved it, Loved it. Thank you so much to Pierre and His Team!!!! If I have one bit of advice to future beginners it would be to equalise your ears as you go down, not wait. Hold your nose and blow! Happy Diving Guys, you won't regret it!!!!

Operator response

Thank you so much for this wonderful review! Pierre and all our staff at Discovery are highly experienced and know just how to make beginners feel comfortable in the water to get the most out of their dives! The coral and fish life around Koh Tao is exceptional and we are so glad you have caught the diving bug!! Hopefully we will see you back again in the future for your Open Water Courses! Happy Diving indeed!!!

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kateinkrumlin
August 8, 2025
Holiday highlight - fantastic and fun 'learn to dive' day

Fabulous trip with Discovery Dive Centre - cannot recommend them enough for their professionalism, friendliness and care on our family "Discover Scuba Diving" Day with them. The whole day was highly organised and well explained, and under their expert guidance we picked things up quickly and always felt very safe. Lola was brilliant in helping me one-on-one gradually manage the pressure in my ears, while everyone else was off and away and diving independently by the second dive. We all got to see some amazing fish, coral and underwater sites. A real highlight of our post GCSE trip - we would all go again tomorrow...

Operator response

Thank you for the review. We just wanted to stress that all of our divers are supervised, so although we allow them to dive without being held if they are capable, none of our divers dive independently without an instructor with them. We are glad you enjoyed your time with us and hope to see you again.

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Carsten V
July 26, 2025
Great diving experience with a great diving school

We had enjoyed our first diving experience on Ko Tao, with a nice and expert instructor and a breathtaking view underwater.

Operator response

Thank you for the review

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