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SSI Scuba Diving Course Prices 2025–2026 Phuket Thailand
SSI Scuba Diving Course Prices for 2025 / 2026
Get clear, honest SSI Phuket prices for every budget – from first‑time divers to pros – with all inclusions listed up front so you know exactly what you get for your money. No hidden extras, no last‑minute surprises, just high‑quality training and day trips at some of the best value on the island.
Why choose SSI for diving in Phuket
- Warm tropical water, good visibility and year‑round diving conditions make Phuket one of the easiest and most enjoyable places to train and fun dive
- SSI’s flexible e‑learning and digital certification cards mean less time in a classroom and instant proof of your licence anywhere in the world
- All prices are per person in Thai Baht, and beginner SSI courses already include full equipment, boat meals and transfers from main areas.
- Beginners or students taking any SSI courses never pay extra for equipment – it is already included in the course price
How to choose the right SSI option
- Never dived before → start with a Pool session or take a Pool and Beach Dive combo dive to a max of 12 M
- Imtrested in a Scuba Cerification → SSI Open Water Diver for a lifetime licence to 18 m.
- Already certified to 18 m → choose SSI Advanced Adventurer to reach 30 m and join deeper trips.
- Want skills and savings in one go → book an SSI combo package (OWD + AOWD or OWD + Nitrox) for the lowest cost per dive.
- Short on time but want to upgrade a specific skill → pick 1–2 day specialties such as Nitrox, Perfect Buoyancy or Deep.
Beginner Packages
- The packages start with introductory, controlled pool sessions ideal for non-swimmers or complete beginners.
- Beach dives allow open water experience close to shore, making them perfect first dives.
- Combining a pool session with a beach dive offers a comprehensive beginner experience to build confidence.
- Moving towards more immersive options, the Racha Yai Island 2 Boat Dives provide a chance to dive at renowned offshore sites famous for diverse marine life and clear water.
- The VIP packages include exclusive sites around Racha Noi and Racha Yai Islands, with extras like a beach visit, offering a premium day-trip experience for more seasoned divers or those looking for luxury.
- Pricing reflects the progression from beginner-friendly, minimal-risk experiences to more adventurous and exclusive full-day boat trips.
This range of options caters to everyone from absolute beginners to more experienced divers wanting to explore top dive sites in Phuket.
| Package Description | Price (THB) | What you get (high value) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Pool Session at Kata Beach Training Center | 1,500 | Introductory Pool dive training equipment included |
| 1 Kata Beach Dive | 1,900 | 1 Beach Dive equipment included |
| 1 Pool Session & 1 Kata Beach Dive – Combined beginner pack | 2,500 | Combined Pool + 1 Beach dive equipment included |
| Racha Yai Island Full Day | 4,000 | 2 Boat Dives equipment included for course dives plus food and Drinks |
| Racha Noi & Racha Yai Islands – 3 Boat Dives | 4,500 | 2 Boat Dives Racha Yai equipment included for course dives plus food nd Drinks |
| VIP Power Catamaran Racha Noi & Racha Yai Islands – 2 Boat Dives5000 | 5,000 | 2 Boat Dives Racha Yai equipment included plus food and Drinks |
For more information on the Diving price for beginners click here and book online
SSI Scuba Diver Course Options
These packages from Phuket Dive Tours offer certified entry-level scuba training under the SSI system. Each course combines a pool training session with a series of open water dives, gradually increasing in depth and adventure depending on the location and number of dives.
- This SSI courses are designed for beginners aiming to become certified scuba divers, starting with a controlled pool session to learn essential skills.
- The Day 2 dives vary in setting and number:
- Beach dives offer a gentle and safe introduction in shallow, calm waters.
- Boat dives at Racha Yai elevate the experience with offshore sites known for richer marine life.
- The most intensive option includes 3 boat dives around Racha Noi and Racha Yai, allowing for deeper exploration and more varied underwater encounters.
- Pricing scales with the number of dives and the exclusivity of dive sites, reflecting increased time, equipment use, and access to higher quality environments.
- Each course link leads to a detailed package page explaining the curriculum, safety protocols, and the certification process through SSI (Scuba Schools International).
- These options provide a clear pathway for beginners to learn diving skills, gain confidence, and progressively dive in more challenging and beautiful locations around Phuket.
| Course Option | Price (THB) | What you get (high value) |
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| SSI Scuba Diver Course: Day 1 Pool session + Day 2 with 2 Beach Dives | 7,000 | SSI Scuba Diver Course Full beginner course, Online digital e learning all equipment, and SSI certification included. |
| SSI Scuba Diver Course: Day 1 Pool session + Day 2 with 2 Boat Dives (Racha Yai) | 8,000 | SSI Scuba Diver Course Full beginner course, Online digital e learning all equipment, 2 dives on a boat and SSI certification included. |
| SSI Scuba Diver Course: Day 1 Pool session + Day 2 with 3 Boat Dives (Racha Noi/Yai) | 10,500 | SSI Scuba Diver Course Full beginner course, Online digital e learning all equipment, 3 dives on a boat and SSI certification included. |
SSI Open Water Diver Course Options
The Open Water Diver course prices are structured around how many beach vs boat dives you get and how intense you want the schedule to be.
How the prices step up
- The lowest price is 9,900 THB for a full 3‑day course with pool training and 4 beach dives, ideal if you want to keep costs down and do all dives from shore.
- Stepping up to 11,500 THB adds 2 boat dives (2 beach + 2 boat), so you get both easy shore entries and the experience of diving from a day‑trip boat.
- The 3‑day option at 12,000 THB gives you more boat time (extra boat dive compared to the 11,500 THB option), while the 12,500 THB packages either add even more boat dives or compress everything into a 2‑day intensive schedule (1 beach + 3 boat dives) for those short on time.
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SSI Open Water Diver Course Phuket
What this means for students
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All options lead to the same Open Water certification; the price difference mainly reflects convenience (boats vs beach), total boat time, and whether you prefer a relaxed 3‑day schedule or a faster 2‑day format.
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If budget is the priority, the 9,900 THB package works well, but if you want more time on the big dive boats and to see offshore sites, the mid‑range and higher‑priced formulas give you better value in terms of dive experience per day includes Online digital e learning all equipment, and SSI certification included.
| Course option & style | Beach dives | Boat dives | Duration | Price (THB) | Best for |
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| SSI Open Water Course Standard beach-focused | 4 | 0 | 3 days | 9,900 | Lowest cost, all training from shore with pool + 4 beach dives. |
| SSI Open Water Course Mixed 2 beach & 2 boat | 2 | 2 | 3 days | 11,500 | Split between shore and boat, ideal if you want to try boat diving without the highest price. |
| SSI Open Water Course Extra boat time (3‑day 4 Boat Dives) | 2 | 3 | 3 days | 12,000 | More time on the dive boat and one extra boat dive compared with the 11,500 THB option. |
| SSI Open Water Course Intensive 2‑day schedule | 1 | 3 | 2 days | 12,500 | Same certification in less time: Day 1 pool + 1 beach, Day 2 with 3 boat dives, ideal if short on time. |
| SSI Open Water Course All boat dives (4‑dive) | 0 | 4 | 3 days | 12,000 | Every training dive from the boat, focused on comfort and convenience rather than shore entries. |
| SSI Open Water Course All boat dives (5‑dive) | 0 | 5 | 3 days | 12,500 | Maximum boat diving and water time for students who want the richest dive experience. |
For more information on the Open water diver course click here and book online.
Advanced Open water Diver Course Prices
All SSI Advanced course options include full equipment, digital manual, certification fees and a diver’s logbook, so there are no hidden extras. These SSI prices are for the SSI Advanced Adventure course, which is the equivalent level to the P4DI Advanced Open Water Diver; P4DI versions are also available on request. The beach‑plus‑boat option is seasonal and runs from December to April only.
What this means for students
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All options lead to the same Advanced Open Water certification; the price difference mainly reflects convenience (boats vs beach), total boat time, and whether you prefer a relaxed 2‑day schedule or a faster 1 and a Half‑day format.
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If budget is the priority, the 9,900 THB package works well, but if you want more time on the big dive boats and to see offshore sites, the mid‑range and higher‑priced formulas give you better value in terms of dive site experience per day includes Online digital e learning all equipment, and SSI certification included.
| Course option | What you get | Price |
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| SSI Advanced open water course – 2 beach dives + 3 boat dives (seasonal) | Mixed schedule with 2 beach training dives and 3 boat dives, available December–April only. | 9,900 THB |
| SSI Advanced open water course– 5 boat dives | All 5 training dives from the dive boat for maximum comfort and travel to offshore sites. | 11,000 THB |
| SSI Advanced open water course – 6 boat dives | Extended package with 6 boat dives for even more in‑water time and experience. | 12,000 THB |
| Optional to add SSI Nitrox course add‑on | Add the SSI Nitrox (Enriched Air) specialty to any of the above Advanced course as a packages. | + 3,500 THB |
For more information on the Advanced Course click here and book online.
Nitrox Diving Course
The Nitrox Course (Enriched Air) Diver Course page promotes an SSI Enriched Air Nitrox specialty with flexible pricing options and strong on-page internal and external linking.
Nitrox Diving Course Description
The course is advertised from 3,900 THB and includes free registration, digital e-learning, and digital certification, positioning it as good value compared with “overpriced” alternatives. Multiple package options are offered: theory-only online Nitrox 32% course, a dive shop + 1 beach dive option, and variants with 2 or 3 boat dives at sites like Racha Yai, plus optional SSI branded e-learning and diving insurance add-ons. The course content explains what Nitrox is, key benefits (longer bottom times, shorter surface intervals, reduced exhaustion) and outlines learning outcomes such as oxygen exposure management, equipment considerations, gas analysis, and dive computer use ,includes Online digital e learning all equipment, and SSI certification included.
| Course option | What you get | Price |
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| SSI Nitrox online course – no dives | Theory-only Enriched Air course completed online, ideal if you just want the certification without in-water training. | 3,900 THB |
| SSI Nitrox course + 2 boat dives | Full Nitrox course plus 2 boat dives using Nitrox, perfect for practising what you learn on a standard day trip. | 6,000 THB |
| SSI Nitrox course + 3 boat dives | Full Nitrox course plus 3 boat dives, giving you the maximum in‑water time on enriched air during a 3‑dive day trip. | 7,000 THB |
For more information on the Nitrox Diving Course click here and book online.
Rescue Diver Course Phuket – Become the Diver Others Rely On
The SSI Rescue Diver Course in Phuket is a 2‑day program that teaches you how to recognise problems early, assist divers in trouble and manage real emergency scenarios with confidence. Through a mix of online theory, pool practice and open water rescue exercises from the beach or boat, you become a safer, more aware diver and a stronger buddy on every trip.
Both Rescue options include free access to SSI online learning, full equipment for training sessions and instructor-led confined and open water practice. You can secure your place with a deposit, complete the digital theory before arrival, and finish all in‑water training over two days in Phuket includes Online digital e learning all equipment, and SSI certification included.
| Option | What’s included | Price (THB) |
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| SSI Rescue Diver – Beach option | 2 days of classroom/online theory, pool skill development and open water rescue scenarios from the beach. | 9,000 |
| SSI Rescue Diver – Boat option | 2 days of classroom/online theory, pool skill development and open water rescue scenarios from the dive boat. | 11,000 |
| SSI React Right online Elearning | Required primary and secondary care / first aid training if you do not already hold a valid certificate (max 2 years old). | 5,000 |
| Alternative branded online materials | Optional alternative branded e‑learning package instead of the standard free SSI online theory. | 2,500 |
For more information on the Rescue Diver Course click here and book online.
Deep Diving Course Phuket – Safely Explore Down to 40 m
The SSI Deep Diving Course in Phuket is designed for certified divers who want to extend their maximum depth and access some of the area’s best deeper sites with a private instructor. Over 1–2 days you learn how to plan deep dives, manage gas and narcosis, and stay in control at depths of up to 40 metres, combining theory with real deep training dives at sites like Racha Noi, King Cruiser and Koh Bida
Key benefits of the Deep Diving Course
- Access more exciting deeper sites around Phuket, including wrecks and walls that are beyond standard recreational depths for basic certifications.
- Learn to plan and execute deep dives confidently, including gas management, narcosis awareness, emergency procedures and the use of a dive computer.
- Train one‑to‑one or in very small groups with experienced instructors who focus on safe techniques, buoyancy at depth and real‑world dive planning skills you can use anywhere
Course structure and what you learn
The SSI Deep Diving program combines one academic session with open water training dives and, where needed, a brief confined‑water review. You review core skills from earlier courses (buoyancy, emergency procedures, navigation), then apply them on progressively deeper dives, up to a maximum training depth of 40 m.
During your training you cover:
- Deep dive planning, gas consumption and how to stay within no‑decompression limits.
- Proper weighting, buoyancy control and safe descent/ascent procedures, including use of reference lines.
- Equipment considerations for deep diving, buddy contact procedures, dealing with nitrogen narcosis and additional safety factors.
Minimum entry requirements include being at least 15 years old, holding an Open Water (and typically Adventure/Advanced level with a prior deep dive for the 1‑day upgrade), and having
Deep Diver Course options and prices
| Option | What’s included | Price (THB) |
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| 1‑Day Deep Diver Upgrade | For divers who already logged a Deep Adventure dive as part of Advanced: 1 training day with 3 deep dives, private instructor, full equipment and SSI Deep Diver certification (if requirements met). | 9,000 |
| 2‑Day Deep Diving Course | Full specialty: 2 days with 3 training dives plus 3 additional fun dives, private instructor, all equipment and SSI Deep Diver certification to 40 m. | 12,000 |
| Add Nitrox Course | Optional SSI/PADI Nitrox (Enriched Air) specialty add‑on so you earn 2 certifications together and complete selected dives on Nitrox. | + 3,900 |
SSI combo packages and savings
- SSI Open Water + Advanced: 4 days, 9 dives – best value if you want to finish your holiday certified to 30 m in one trip
- SSI Open Water + Nitrox: 3 days, 6 dives – perfect if you want longer bottom times and a strong base certification together
- Multi‑specialty bundles (Deep + Wreck + Perfect Buoyancy, etc.) – designed for divers who want maximum skills and real savings in a short stay
Booking and payment information
Booking is fast and secure: send a message via online form, WhatsApp or email, receive a clear quote with exact SSI Phuket prices for your dates, then confirm with a small deposit and pay the balance on arrival before you start the Course. Flexible date changes with reasonable notice mean you lock in today’s price without losing freedom in your holiday planning.
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