Open Water

Open Water

The adventure starts here with the SSI open water!

Open Water SSI Koh Tao – Become a Confident Autonomous Diver

The Open Water SSI Koh Tao course is a globally recognized certification, compliant with ISO 9001 standards. It allows you to become an independent diver and start exploring the incredible underwater world. Moreover, the program combines theory and practical sessions to build your confidence and enhance your diving skills.


🎯 Why Choose Open Water SSI Koh Tao?

This course provides:

  • A certification recognized worldwide

  • The ability to dive up to 18 meters

  • Step-by-step, safe, and personalized training

As a result, you will be ready to discover Koh Tao’s underwater wonders safely and confidently.


📘 Course Structure – Open Water SSI Koh Tao

The Open Water SSI Koh Tao training takes 2 days and is divided into three main steps:

1. Theory and Knowledge

You attend lessons and watch instructional videos. This is the perfect time to ask questions and gain all the essential knowledge before entering the water.

2. Confined Water Practice and Open Water Dives

You start in shallow water or a pool to master buoyancy and comfort underwater. Then, you complete 4 open water dives with a certified instructor, applying what you learned in real conditions.

3. Knowledge Assessment

Before earning your Open Water SSI certification, you take a test to validate your theoretical and practical skills.


🤿 Advantages with THE DIVER’S BOAT

  • Access to the best dive sites in the Gulf of Thailand

  • Comfortable boat and experienced instructors

  • Explore rich marine life in calm waters at nearly 30°C

In summary, the Open Water SSI Koh Tao course is your gateway to countless unforgettable diving adventures.


SSI Open Water Advanced Diver Koh Tao

| Rescue Diver Koh Tao

฿11,000.00

THE COURSE CONSISTS OF THREE PARTS

  1. Academics (Video, class room, final exam),
  2. Confined (shallow) water skill training, and
  3. 4 open water dives.
  4. Your certification will be recognized by all the major associations and allows you to dive to a maximum depth of 18m.
10
Minimum Age
6
Amount of Academic Sessions
6
Amount of Pool /
Confined Water Sessions
4
Amount of Open Water Sessions
18 m / 60 ft
Maximum Training Depth
16-32
Suggested duration (h)

PREREQUISITES FOR OPEN WATER

  • Minimum age is 10 years.
  • Flying within 18 hours after diving is not recommended.
  • Ability to swim 200m un-aided & tread water for 10minutes.
All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor.

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