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PADI Open Water Diver - The Premium Nava Experience in Koh Tao

Available on 6 Apr

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Pricing

Key info

  • 3 days (approx.)
  • Incl. 4 dives
  • Dive site(s) determined on the dive day
  • English, French, German, Thai
  • Max. 4 students / instructor
  • Pickup at set location
  • Free Cancellation - 24hrs notice
  • Show mobile or printed voucher

Highlights

Get your PADI Open Water in Koh Tao without feeling rush through a crowded boat . We keep our groups small, our vibes high, and our instructors actually care for you. Come for the scuba license, stay for the island vibes and your new dive family.

  • Learn to dive in crystal-clear Koh Tao waters with small, personalized group sizes for maximum attention.
  • Master your scuba skills at your own relaxed pace with our patient, highly-trained PADI instructors.
  • Breathe easy using our premium, top-tier dive gear that actually fits comfortably and looks great.
  • Meet like-minded people who care about the ocean and see our ocean planet with new eyes.
  • Walk away with a globally recognized PADI Open Water certification and the confidence to dive anywhere in the world.

Dive center

Nava Scuba Diving

PADI 5 Star Dive Center

Experience the best of Koh Tao scuba diving at Nava Scuba Diving, a PADI 5-Star Dive Center and PADI Eco Center perfectly located on the tranquil shores of Chalok Baan Kao Bay, Koh Tao, Thailand. Whether you're new to diving or an experienced enthusiast, our modern dive center offers the ultimate environment for adventure and relaxation. 

We provide a complete range of PADI diving courses, including the globally recognized PADI Open Water to PADI Divemaster certification. Classes are taught by our PADI-certified local diving crew. Each course includes e-learning materials, state-of-the-art dive equipment, comprehensive scuba diving insurance, and lunch. To make your experience seamless, we offer a complimentary shuttle service anywhere in Koh Tao.

Immerse yourself in Koh Tao's underwater paradise, featuring vibrant coral reefs, stunning marine life, and crystal-clear waters. After your dives, unwind on our beachfront deck with a refreshing drink, taking in breathtaking sunsets that make every moment unforgettable.  

Dive with Nava Scuba Diving today and discover why we're a top choice for PADI courses and scuba diving Koh Tao!

PADI 5 Star Dive Center Wi-Fi (FREE) Dive shop 3 PADI Instructors Max. 4.0 divers / guide Nitrox (for a fee)

Address: 14458 Km from your location
18/25 Moo 3, Chalok, Suratthani, Koh Tao, No State, 84360, Thailand

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Package description

Inclusive of

  • 4 open water dives
  • 2 confined water dives (pool or shallow water)
  • Confined water dives
  • Open water dives
  • PADI eLearning (includes certification fees)
  • Lunch
  • Surface interval refreshments
  • Weights/Weight Belt/Tank(s)
  • Scuba equipment rental (full set)

Requirements

  • Minimum age: 10+
  • Min. certification: None
  • Min logged dives: None
  • You need adequate swimming skills and need to be in good physical health. No prior experience with scuba diving is required, but you can try it first through the Discover Scuba Diving program. You will need to complete a self-assessment medical form Please note that completing the theory portion is mandatory for this course via eLearning, which is included in the course.

What to expect

When you book your PADI Open Water course with Nava Scuba Diving, you are signing up for an experience, not just a class. Your journey starts with the PADI e-Learning, which you can knock out on your phone while chilling on the beach or sipping a coconut. Once the theory is done, we don't rush you straight into the deep end. We start in shallow, calm ocean where you can stand up. Your instructor will patiently guide you through essential skills—like clearing your mask and finding your buoyancy—until you feel 100% comfortable. No stress, no pressure.

Once you are ready, the real magic happens. You will complete four open water dives in the warm, colorful coral reefs of Koh Tao. You will glide alongside parrotfish, look for hidden stingrays, and maybe even spot a sea turtle. Our boat is designed for comfort, meaning your surface intervals (the time between dives) are spent eating good snacks, soaking up the sun, and laughing with new friends. By the end of the course, you won't just have a scuba diving license valid for life up to 18 meters; you will have a whole new way to see the world.

Other Information

Confirmation

  • We’ll send you a final Booking Confirmation Email on average within 24 hours. We advise you to not make any other travel arrangements before that
  • In the event that you do not receive an email from us, please check your Spam folder or notify us via email

Pick Up Information

Pick up is provided at the following locations:

- 3RVH+JHF Ko Tao, Thailand

- 3RRH+QG8 Ko Tao, Thailand

- 3RMF+WP6, Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

- 18/25, Koh Tao, Koh Phangan, สุราษฎร์ธานี 84360, Thailand

- 3R8M+HM8 Ko Tao, Thailand

- 3RXH+HX9 Ko Tao, Thailand

We offer pickup from these main pickup points by motorcycle / pick-up taxi. Our staff will contact you before the dive date to confirm the pickup point and the time.

Please indicate your pick up preference on the checkout page

The dive center will reconfirm your pick up time and location at the latest one day in advance

Cancellation policy

  • Full refunds will be issued for cancellations made at least 24 hours prior to the activity
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