Take Your SSI ADVANCED DIVing Course ON KOH TAO
Get certified to scuba dive to 30 metres and explore some of the best Koh Tao diving sites!
Discover the Depths with Chalok Reef Divers
Ready to take your scuba diving skills to the next level? Join our SSI Advanced Adventurer Diving Course right here on the stunning island of Koh Tao. This exciting program is designed for certified divers who want to explore more challenging environments and experience a variety of advanced dive types.
During this course, you’ll get the opportunity to try out five different specialty dives, including deep diving, wreck diving, and night diving. Each dive is led by an experienced instructor, helping you build confidence, improve technique, and enjoy new underwater experiences — all while diving to a maximum depth of 30 meters.
Whether you’re aiming to become a more skilled dive buddy, prepare for future dive adventures, or simply explore the rich marine life around Koh Tao, this course will boost your confidence and open up a new world of diving possibilities.
Why Choose Chalok Reef Divers To Take Your Advanced Diving Course On Koh Tao
Our dive centre, located on stunning Chalok Bay, is equipped with ample diving facilities and led by experienced instructors who are committed to responsible dive practices. Our advanced diving program is designed for both recreational diving enthusiasts and those seeking specialized diving activities. We offer a relaxed pace with a focus on safety and enjoyment, ensuring a comprehensive diving experience.
Explore Diverse Marine Environments
Experience the vibrant marine life and ecosystems of Koh Tao, from coral reefs teeming with aquatic organisms to encounters with giant groupers and whale sharks. Our specialty courses include:
- Deep Diving: Explore the depths and experience nitrogen narcosis. (Chumphon Pinnacle is a great dive site for this)
- Wreck Diving: Dive into history at the HTMS Sattakut naval vessel site.
- Night Diving: Discover the underwater realm in new light.
- Perfect Bouyancy: Perfect your trip to hover like a pro!
- Navigation: Use a compass to navigate the dive site
The Advanced Diving course is the next thrilling chapter in your scuba diving journey. It’s designed for divers who want to enhance their skills, explore new underwater adventures, and gain confidence in diverse diving scenarios.
The Advanced Diving course is mostly about getting you more real-world diving experience than spending time on skills and drills. So, you’ll be pleased to hear there’s minimal academic work and no final exam. The focus is on getting you some quality underwater time.
Why take your advanced course with Chalok Reef Divers? Easy. Our dive school on Koh Tao promises professionalism, experience, and dedication combined with an inclusive, laid-back vibe. Yes, we’ll provide you with top-notch service and high-quality dive course experiences. But we’ll also welcome you into our Koh Tao family.
THE SCHEDULE
Our 2-day diving course includes compulsory dives and elective dives tailored to your interests. Engage in training the two mandatory dives that cover essential skills like buoyancy control. underwater navigation skills and night diving.
Day 1
- 10:00 AM: Arrival time for course admin, medical form completion, and knowledge reviews.
- 12 PM – 5 PM: Afternoon out scuba diving, focusing on buoyancy and the underwater navigation dives.
- 6:30 PM – 8 PM: Evening adventure with a night dive.
Day 2
- 7 AM – 11 AM: Morning boat trips ideal for deep dives and wreck dives.
- Back to the dive center for certification.
Course Inclusions
- Five water dives over two days
- Rental dive equipment, including dive computers, dive torches and compasses.
- Online manual access for foundational knowledge
- Complimentary beverages, snacks and pier on dive boats
- Transfers to and from the pier and if you stayed elsewhere on the west coast your resort
- Diving insurance and accident insurance coverage
Enhance Your Diving Skills
Our advanced courses focus on developing critical skills through a structured approach to diving. Engage in fun dives and challenging dives that enhance your understanding of natural navigation techniques, air consumption rate, body position, and more. Perfect your buoyancy with Perfect Buoyancy exercises.
Accommodation Options
Choose from various accommodation options near our dive school or stay with us at Woodlawn Villas, ensuring comfort and convenience during your stay. Enjoy easy access to Koh Tao’s amazing beaches and the excitement of diving in tropical waters.
Book Your Adventure Today
Join us at Chalok Reef Divers for an unforgettable diving journey on Koh Tao. Whether you’re a Basic Diver or an experienced diver, our advanced courses will elevate your diving experience. Contact us today to plan your diving trip, and receive a confirmation email with all the details.
For more information, visit our website or follow us on social media or contact us via one of the links on this page. Our dive professionals are eager to help you explore the underwater wonders of Koh Tao!
PRICES, PREREQUISITES, AND OTHER IMPORTANT INFO
10,000THB
Minimum age for advanced open water 10 years unless they wish to do the deep dive which is a minimum age of 12 years old
To enrol, you must already be open water certified.
Your Open Water Diver certification can be from any diving agency, ie PADI, RAID, SSI, CMAS, BSAC, NAUI, SDI etc
Please download the medical form attached.
You’ll need to complete a short medical questionnaire to enrol on any Koh Tao diving courses. Please contact us before booking if you’re unsure about anything on the form.