Diving Trips 2011-2012

PHUKET | RAYA YAI | KHAO LAK | KRABI | KOH LANTA

 

On all our daytrips we will pick you up from your hotel in the morning and if needed you can rent all the dive equipment from us. We only use 1st class ScubaPro regulators and BCDs. Water temperature is year around 28-30 degrees celcius and you can rent a 3mm shorty wetsuit from us as well.

Upon arrival to the dive site our professional guides give you a thorough dive briefing where entries, exits, dive plans and equipment checks are all explained to you very carefully. The dive itself is done in a small group lead by our Divemaster or if you are already an experience diver you may want to dive independent with your buddy.

Depending on the trip lunch is eaten either onboard or at the beach of one of the beautiful islands. After a short rest we will head for the 2nd dive. On some trips there is also a 3rd dive that will be done after enjoying some snacks on the boat.

These programs work as a guideline and changes to dive destinations or boats may come due to weather or current conditions. We also notice the special requests from groups and try to always choose the dive sites that the ones who have been diving with us already few trips gets to a new dive site.

Snorkelers are also welcome to our trips and they have a chance to spend a nice day on the sea, enjoy the sun, swim, snorkel and see the beautiful coral reefs as well.

 

 

DIVING TRIPS FROM PHUKET

 

Phuket is a perfect base for a diver to see all the different diving areas around Southern Thailand. Nearby the Raya Yai Islands offer good quality very easy tropical diving, more demanding dives can be found at the next island south of Raya Noi. Going east from Phuket is located the King Cruiser wreck and a few other reefs worth diving like the Anemone Reef, Shark Point and Koh Doc Mai. Further on 90km northeast is the famous Similan Islands National park where daytrips run 3 times a week. See more information on the different diving areas at DIVE SITES.

Weekly schedule Phuket

DIVE SITE
Weekdays Boat Degree of difficulty
Number of dives
Suitable for snorkelers
Time to 1st dive site
Trip duration
Raya Yai every day
Raya dayboat easy
2 yes 1,5 h 9:00 - 16:00
Raya Noi THU Raya dayboat middle level
2 no
2,5 h 9:00 - 17:00
King Cruiser,
Shark Point,
Koh Dok Mai
SUN Raya dayboat middle level
3 no
2 h 9:00 - 17:30
Koh Dok Mai
night dive trip
TUE Raya dayboat middle level
3 no
2 h 12:00 - 20:45
Phi Phi MON, FRI Dayboat
easy /
middle level
3 no 3 h 8:30 - 18:00
Similan
MON, TUE, FRI
Raya speeboat
easy /
middle level
2 yes 3 h 6:15 - 19:00

Boats

We use several different diving vessels to transport you comfortably to the different diving destinations of Phuket. During the trip you can relax and enjoy fruits and drinks.

 

Raya dayboatRaya Speedboat


Pickup times

DESTINATION Mai Khao
Merlin Beach Resort
Bang Tao Beach Laguna Patong,
Kamala
Cape Panwa Karon Kata
Raya Yai 7:30
7:45
7:45
7:45 8:00 8:00 8:15 8:30
Raya Noi 7:30
7:45
7:45
7:45 8:00 8:00
8:15 8:30
King Cruiser 7:30
7:45
7:45
7:45
8:00 8:00 8:15 8:30
Koh Dok Mai
night dive trip
10:30 10:45 10:45 10:45 11:00 11:00 11:15 11:30
Phi Phi 7:00
7:15
7:15
7:15 7:30 7:30 7:45 8:00
Similan 6:45
5:45
6:15
6:15 6:00 5:15 5:45
5:45

 

DIVING AT RAYA YAI ISLAND

 

On Raya Yai Island we can offer you top quality diving in a non-crowded and relaxed atmosphere. We avoid big boats, crowded reefs and always dive in small groups. Our advantage is that we are located right beside all the best dive sites and you don't have to spend half of your day traveling to get to the reefs. If you want to go for a beach dive, just gear up, jump in and you're at the dive site! When going with boats to the other reefs around the island, the trip still only takes a maximum of 20 minutes. This way you can easily make 1-3 dives every day plus night dives and still have time in between to enjoy the beaches and nature of the island.

 

Boat
WeekdaysMeeting times
Trip to dive site
Trip duration
Number of dives
Suitable for snorkelers
Raya Yai -
beach dive
-every day
according to customer's wishes
-
1,5 h1-
Raya Yai -
boat dive
Longtail boat
every day
8:00, 11:00, 15:005 - 20 min1,5 h1yes
Night dive
Longtail boat / beach
every day18:000 - 20 min
2 h1-
Raya NoiLongtail boat
every day8:30-9:00 - 17:00
2yes
Raya NoiRaya dayboatthu9:30-10:00 - 16:00
2no

Beach Dives

There are three different beaches with direct access to the reefs. Diving is very easy due to the mild currents and shallow water. Beach dives are conducted daily at 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. or on request, Also as a specialty we have early morning dives straight off the shore starting at 7:00 a.m.

Boat Dives

There are many different dive sites around the island that are easily accessed by boat. Dives vary from shallow relaxing reef dives to 35 meter deep thrilling drift dives to suit all experience levels, including one wreck dive. We have daily scheduled boat dives at 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. with additional boat dives arranged on request. We can also customize a diving schedule for your personal requirements.

Raya Noi Trips

The next island, Racha Noi, is one of the most famous dive sites in Thailand. The dive site is most suitable for the more experienced diver due to its strong currents and deeper water. Big pelagic species such as Mantra rays are often encountered on these dives. Our Racha Noi trips include two dives and lunch at the beach in this beautiful uninhabited island. Snorkelers are also welcome to join this trip and spend a nice day at the beach.

Night Dives

Night dives are nice and easy at Raya Island since all the reefs are just nearby. These special dives are conducted every evening from one of the beaches. We provide you with lights and if needed, give you an education for night diving techniques. (See Diving Courses > Continuing Education > Adventure Dives).

 

 

DIVING TRIPS FROM KHAO LAK

 

Exactly 57 kilometers west of Khao Lak is one of the most fascinating tropical diving areas of the world. The famous Similan Islands National Park is a group of nine beautiful islands, from which 7 are uninhabited. Beautiful coral reefs surround the islands and there are dive sites that can be found for every taste: Soft coral walls, rocky boulders, caverns and swim-throughs. Visibility is generally very good ranging from 20 meters up to 40 meters. The fish life is very good and an unbelievable variety of different species can be found from these truly spectacular dive sites.

See more information on the different diving areas at DIVE SITES.

Weekly program

DIVE SITE
Weekdays Degree of difficulty Number of dives
Suitable for snorkelers
Time to destination
Trip duration
Similan MON, TUE, WED, FRI, SAT easy /
middle level
2 yes 1h 30min 8:00 - 16:00
Similan / Koh BonTHUdifficult2no1h 30min8:00 - 16:00
Similan
SUNmiddle level / difficult3no1h 30min8:00 - 17:00

Pickup times

Khao Lak, north
Bang Niang beachKhao Lak, center
Khao Lak, south
7:00
7:157:30
7:45

The Raya Divers speed boat departs from Thaplamu pier every day at 8:00 am. After a 90 minute boat trip you will arrive at the national park and then change to our bigger diving vessel. During the day you can make 2 or 3 dives and have lunch, snacks, fruit and drinks between the dives.

NOTE! You will have to pay a national park fee of 600 Thb during the trip (cash only). National park fees may vary so please, check the current fee before your trip.

 

 

DIVING TRIPS FROM KRABI

 

Krabi is a perfect base for a diver to see many different diving areas around Southern Thailand. Nearby the Phi Phi Islands offer good quality and very easy tropical diving. Heading southwest from Krabi the King Cruiser wreck is located and in the area a few other reefs worth diving like the Anemone Reef and Shark Point. Further south is the famous Koh Haa Yai and Hin Daeng & Hin Muang where daytrips run 2 times a week. See more information on the different diving areas at DIVE SITES.

Weekly program Krabi

DIVE SITE
Weekdays Boat Degree of difficulty Number of dives
Suitable for snorkelers
Time to destination
Trip duration
Koh Haa Yai
MON
dayboat easy /
middle level
2 yes 3 h 7:30 - 17:30
Koh Phi Phi
TUE, FRI
dayboat easy /
middle level
2 yes 2 h 15 min
8:00 - 16:00
Koh Phi Phi
WED, SUN
dayboat easy /
middle level
3 yes 2 h 15 min
8:00 - 17:00
King Cruiser,
Shark Point,
Anemone Reef
THU
dayboat middle level
3 no
1 h 45 min
8:00 - 17:30
Similan WED
speedboat / dayboat easy /
middle level
2 yes
3 h 5:45 - 19:30
Hin Daeng, Hin Muang
On request speedboat
demanding
2
no 2 h 15 min
8:00 - 17:00
Raya NoiOn requestspeedboatdemanding2noabout 3 h
8:00 - 17:00
Ao Nang local islandsOn requestlongtail boat / dayboateasy /
middle level
2yes45 min8:00 - 14:00

NOTE! Due to weather conditions we are unable to dive at some of the dive sites during the low season. We recommend booking the trip in advance by phone or via email.

Pickup times Krabi

DESTINATION Ao Nang
Klong Muang
Krabi Town
Koh Haa Yai
7:00
6:40
6:40
Koh Phi Phi
7:30
7:10
7:10
King Cruiser
7:30
7:10 7:10
Similan 5:30 5:30 5:30
Hin Daeng, Hin Muang
7:30
7:10
7:10
Raya Noi7:307:107:10
Ao Nang local islands7:307:107:10

 

DIVING TRIPS FROM KOH LANTA

Koh Lanta is ideally located for more experienced divers since some of the best dives of Thailand are located nearby. Also a beginner diver finds easy and shallow dives from the area. South from Phi Phi Islands is located several good quality & easy dive sites. Heading southwest from Koh Lanta is located Koh Haa Yai with its beautiful coral walls and caverns. Further south is famous Hin Daeng & Hin Muang where vertical drop-offs and larger pelagics can offer thrilling dives. During the trip to the destination you can relax while enjoying some fruit and drinks.

Weekly program Koh Lanta

 

DIVE SITE
WeekdaysBoat Degree of difficulty Number of dives
Suitable for snorkelers
Time to destination
Trip duration
Phi Phi wed, satSpeedboat / Dayboat
easy /
middle level
2-3 yes 2 h 8:00 - 15:00/16:00
Koh Haa Yai thu, sunSpeedboat / Dayboat
easy 2-3 yes 1,5 h 8:00 - 15:00
Hin Daeng,
Hin Muang
tue, friSpeedboat demanding 2 no 1 h 8:00 - 15:00

Pickup times Koh Lanta

DESTINATION Saladan -
Klong Dao
Long Beach -
Klong Khong
Southern
Koh Lanta
Phi Phi 7:45 7:30 7:15
Koh Haa Yai 7:45 7:30 7:15
Hin Daeng,
Hin Muang
7:45 7:30 7:15