Koh Samui: Discover Scuba Diving

Ko Tao, Koh Samui



The Discover Program for the beginning. The first steps in a new world. During your adventure, you'll master some basic concepts and scuba skills before heading off on an open-water dive.

SSI Introduction Diving Program in Koh Samui

This beginner-friendly diving experience in Koh Samui suits anyone wanting to try scuba diving under professional supervision in calm, clear waters.

Highlights

  • Discover a new underwater world
  • Experience weightlessness like an astronaut
  • Move effortlessly like a fish

Description

The SSI Introduction diving program offers a supervised dive with an SSI Instructor in ideal conditions at Mango Bay or Japanese Garden, both accessible year-round in Samui. You will learn basic scuba skills such as mask clearing, regulator recovery, and sharing air before your open-water dive.

Your open-water dive reaches depths of up to 12 meters, providing a safe and exciting environment for your first breath underwater. Skills acquired during this experience may count towards PADI Scuba Diver or Open Water Diver certification, allowing you to continue your training later without repeating exercises.

Lunch and round-trip hotel transportation are included.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (free in Maenam from Lomrayah Pier to Lamai near Makro; additional charges apply outside these areas)
  • Lunch
  • Drinking water
  • Fresh fruit
  • Scuba equipment
  • Boat trip

Excludes

  • Beer (available at extra cost)

Easy Cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Book in advance and bring swimwear, a towel, and sunscreen. The best time to dive is during calm weather, typically from November to April.

Frequently Asked Questions

It is an SSI Introduction Diving program designed for beginners to learn basic scuba skills and dive up to 12 meters in calm waters at Mango Bay or Japanese Garden in Koh Samui.
Anyone over the age of 10 who is in good health and has no serious medical conditions can join this introductory scuba diving experience.
Diving takes place in calm, clear waters at popular sites like Mango Bay or Japanese Garden around Koh Samui.
The program typically lasts a few hours, including a briefing, learning basic scuba skills, and one open-water dive.
No previous diving experience is needed as the program is designed to introduce beginners to scuba diving under instructor supervision.
This experience does not provide a formal diving certification but serves as a practical introduction to scuba diving.
Yes, all dives are supervised by a certified SSI instructor following strict safety protocols.
Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, and a positive attitude; all scuba gear is provided during the experience.
Basic swimming ability is required to participate in the program for safety reasons.
Check the official website or contact the service provider directly for current hours and booking availability in Koh Samui.

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