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SSI Dive School · Koh Tao, Thailand
Carabao Diving Koh Tao

Dive Koh Tao
Without the Crowds

Small groups, SSI courses, and private boat departures directly from our beach — no pier chaos, just relaxed diving from our resort.

🏝️ Beach-to-boat departures👥 Small groups & personal attention🤿 SSI certified courses in Koh Tao

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Rated 4.9 on Google by our divers

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Start your diving journey in Koh Tao

Choose your diving experience

Small groups · Beachfront dive center · SSI certified

Best Seller

Become a Certified Diver

9,900 THB

3 days course, 4 dives, and SSI certification included. The best option for beginners starting scuba in Koh Tao.

Includes equipment, insurance & certification

Limited to 4 divers per group ⚠️ Courses fill up quickly

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Go Deeper (Advanced)

9,500 THB

5 adventure dives including deep, navigation, night, buoyancy, and wreck. Perfect after Open Water.

Includes equipment, insurance & certification

Limited to 2 divers per group

Premium XDEEP BCD training

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First Dive Experience

2,500 THB

No experience needed. Try scuba diving with an instructor and discover the underwater world safely.

Includes equipment and instructor support

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Certified Divers

Fun Dives

Daily boat dives to Chumphon Pinnacle, Sail Rock, Shark Bay & more. Private boats from Chalok Bay beach.

Go Pro · Level Up

Divemaster & Specialties

SSI Divemaster training and specialty courses — Wreck, Night, Deep, Navigation, Nitrox, Perfect Buoyancy. The next step after Advanced.

Safety · First Aid · Rescue

React Right & Stress and Rescue

SSI first aid, CPR, and in-water rescue training. Essential skills for every diver — and a prerequisite for Divemaster.

Our difference

Why Divers Choose Carabao

Most dive schools in Koh Tao depart from busy piers. At Carabao, your dive day starts directly from our beach. Walk from the resort to our private boat, avoid the crowds, and enjoy a more relaxed diving experience.

Other dive schools

  • Crowded pier departures
  • Bigger groups
  • More waiting and logistics

Carabao Diving

  • Private beach departure
  • Small groups
  • Resort, pool, restaurant, and boat in one place

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Beach-to-boat

Walk straight from our resort to the water — no pier chaos, no walking across other boats, no morning stress.

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Small groups

More personal guidance, less rush, and real attention from your instructor from first breath to last dive.

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SSI certified

Your certification is recognised worldwide. SSI is one of the world's leading dive training agencies.

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One place for everything

Pool, restaurant, accommodation, gear, and boat — all at the same resort. The smoothest dive day in Koh Tao.

XDEEP BCD used for Advanced Adventurer training at Carabao Diving Koh Tao

Premium Training Setup

Train with premium XDEEP equipment

Better comfort, cleaner trim, and a more professional feeling in the water. Our XDEEP setup gives students and certified divers a premium scuba experience in Koh Tao.

Better underwater comfort
High-quality premium gear
Ideal for serious divers
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Google Reviews

Loved by Divers in Koh Tao

4.9
★★★★★

120+ reviews on Google

Our best advertising is our students. After every course and dive trip, we ask our divers to share their experience — and their reviews help new divers choose us with confidence.

★★★★★

Amazing instructors, very calm and professional. The whole experience felt personal and relaxed, not rushed at all. Starting from the beach is so much better than the usual pier chaos.

Emma S.

🇬🇧 UK · Open Water student

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Small groups made a huge difference. Everything felt safe, easy and super well organised from start to finish. Having the pool, restaurant and boat all in the same place is such a brilliant setup.

Louis D.

🇫🇷 France · Beginner diver

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Easy booking on WhatsApp, friendly team, great vibe and really good dive experience. Loved that the boat left from the beach — no crowded pier. One of the highlights of our Koh Tao trip.

Sofia M.

🇮🇹 Italy · Certified diver

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Packages

Stay and dive in Koh Tao

Dive packages in Koh Tao including SSI courses and accommodation options. Choose between course-only, dormitory stays, or private room packages.

Most booked option

Open Water + Dormitory

A simple and social option for travelers who want the full Open Water experience with accommodation already sorted.

3 nights includedGreat valueSSI certification

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Course Only

No accommodation included

9,900 THB

Includes equipment, insurance, and certification

  • ✔ SSI Open Water Course
  • ✔ Full equipment included
  • ✔ Small group training

Most Popular

Course + Dormitory

3 nights included

9,900 THB

Includes equipment, insurance, and certification

  • ✔ SSI Open Water Course
  • ✔ 3 nights dorm stay
  • ✔ Social and budget friendly

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Course + Private Room

3 nights private AC room

10,900 THB

Includes equipment, insurance, and certification

  • ✔ SSI Open Water Course
  • ✔ 3 nights private room
  • ✔ Extra comfort and privacy

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Join a small group, dive with experienced instructors, and enjoy a smooth, stress-free experience from start to finish.