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Here, you can find general information about Scuba Diving, Snorkeling and other activities possible around Phuket.
You can also read about the main landmarks, attractions and dive sites in the area.

Tips for Safe Scuba Diving in Thailand

Tips for Safe Scuba Diving in Thailand

Safe Scuba Diving in Thailand Scuba Diving is an adventure activity that requires the use of specialized life support equipment in an underwater environment where humans could not otherwise exist. As with other adventure activities, scuba diving has elements of risk that cannot be totally eliminated regardless of the amount of training, care, caution or […]

Kata beach diving for beginners

Kata Beach Scuba Diving for Beginners – All you need to know

  Scuba Diving for beginners at kata beach has many advantages and reading some of the reviews you get the first-hand information from satisfied divers Kata Beach Scuba Diving for beginners with Phuket Dive Tours We wanted to experience the best Scuba diving and Simon (at Phuket dive tours at Kata beach) managed to give […]

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What’s the difference between SSI vs PADI open water diver course?

Many people ask “whats the difference between SSI vs PADI open water diver courses” SSI vs PADI is just a simple case of comparisons of 2 similar branded products and the difference in prices. Mainly the cost of books, access to media, and the learning materials you choose, however in general both are equally good […]

Divemaster Internship

FREE Divemaster internship to enthusiastic individuals

This year at Phuket Dive Tours we are pleased to offer a limited amount of FREE Divemaster internships to enthusiastic individuals who wish to earn the SSI Divemaster certification. we have now 4 dive shops located in Phuket the main one is at the Kata beach location a unique dive resort & Instructor training center […]

In Search of the Mimic Octopus at Kata Beach Scuba Diving

Mimic Octopus  Thaumoctopus Mimicus, Habitat – South East Asia and the Pacific The Mimic Octopus was only discovered in 1998 in Sulawesi, Indonesia. According to reports they have also been found on the inner parts of the Great Barrier Reef in 2012, also there have been sightings in Thailand and the Philippines Their diet is similar to other […]

Safety & Swimming – How to avoid Rip Currents

Safety & Swimming at Phuket Top Best Beaches. Phuket has it share of some of the best beaches in Thailand, with millions of tourist each year attracted to the the top beach resort making Phuket possibly being the busiest Island in Thailand. Top Beach locations in Phuket are mainly located on the Western coastline, Nai […]