SCUBA DIVING SCHOOL

Welcome to ABC PHUKET DIVING, your family-friendly french diving school dedicated to sharing our passion for the underwater world and its incredible marine life.

We prioritize safety, professionalism, and friendliness.

Dive into the stunning waters of Phuket and the Similans with a team that treats you like family.

At ABC PHUKET DIVING, we combine top-notch technical expertise with a deep respect for the ocean, ensuring a safe and enjoyable journey from your first breath underwater to achieving professional ratings.

Located in Thailand’s diving hub, we offer personalized service and international standard training, making sure every guest feels supported throughout their experience. Join us for comprehensive courses, prime access to breathtaking dive sites, and a professional team of multilingual instructors focused on your safety and enjoyment.

We offer our courses through all 4 major agencies (SSI, SDI, TDI and PADI), allowing us to remain completely objective. By avoiding bias and commercial rivalries, we focus on what matters most: the quality of your training and your safety.

It's important to note, however, that while these certifications are equally recognized globally each agency sets its own processing and certification fees. Therefore, the same course (such as Open Water) may be priced differently depending on the chosen provider, simply reflecting each agency's specific administrative costs.

Your underwater adventure begins here with ABC PHUKET DIVING, where we turn every dive into an unforgettable experience while providing tips to enhance your holiday in Phuket.

Enjoy a fun, friendly, and quality diving experience with our passionate!

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TRY SCUBA DIVING

Enjoy Phuket's best experience with our "First Bubbles" Scuba Programs.

Explore the ocean's beauty without the need for a multi-day certification course.

Ideal for those with limited time or looking to "test the waters" before getting a full license.

OPEN WATER DIVER

Beginner Scuba Diving Certification:

Dive into Adventure! Start your underwater journey and earn an internationally recognized certification in just 3 days with our programs.

Enjoy professional training designed for beginners, and unlock unlimited adventures beneath the surface.

REFERRAL OPEN WATER

Start your training at home before completing your certification dives in Phuket.

Pricing will vary based on the amount of previous training you have completed.

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ADVANCED OPEN WATER

Exciting fun programme designed to increase your skills and understanding of the important core areas of diving.

This course is largely practical so you have more time to enjoy your journey and practice the skills your Instructor will teach you.

The course will take you on 5 different dives so you expand on the knowledge and skills learned during your Open Water course.

These dives can also count as the first dive of the corresponding Specialty Diver course.

RESCUE DIVER

Rescue Diver course is a must for all experienced divers and in particular those who wish to take responsibility for the safety of other divers. It is also a pre-requisite to professional level training.

Rescue course has a significant focus on risk assessment and advanced buoyancy control to minimise the chance of having to perform a rescue or be rescued.

DIVEMASTER

The Divemaster course is the first professional certification in recreational diving, transitioning experienced divers into leadership roles.

It bridges recreational exploration and professional leadership by refining underwater techniques, mastering diving physics and equipment, and developing situational awareness for supervising dive activities.

The program also emphasizes the candidate's role as a guide and instructional assistant, preparing them to lead tours and support training operations responsibly.

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DAY TRIP - KOH RACHA YAI

Located just south of Phuket, Koh Racha Yai is the perfect destination for divers seeking easy conditions, excellent visibility, and beautiful granite reef formations.

Its sheltered bays make it a reliable choice for high-quality diving year-round.

DAY TRIP - KOH RACHA YAI + NOI

Escape the hustle of Phuket for a day of crystal-clear water and granite boulders.

This trip typically combines the "wild" depths of Koh Racha Noi with the scenic, easy-going bays of Koh Racha Yai.

DAY TRIP - KOH PHIPHI

Embark on a journey to one of the most iconic archipelagos in the Andaman Sea.

Located southeast of Phuket, the Phi Phi Islands offer a stunning vertical landscape both above and below the surface, characterized by dramatic limestone cliffs and a thriving marine ecosystem.

DAY TRIP - KING CRUISER WRECK

For divers seeking variety and vibrant marine life, this is the premier circuit.

Departing from Phuket, this trip combines a massive shipwreck, a world-class reef, and a dramatic limestone wall, all in a single day.

BEACH DIVE - KATA

You don’t always need a boat to find world-class diving.

Just a few steps from the northern sands of Kata Beach lies a thriving ecosystem waiting to be explored.

Known as Phuket’s best-kept secret for macro enthusiasts and photographers, this site offers a relaxed, shallow-water experience that proves some of the ocean’s greatest treasures are found closest to the shore.

NIGHT DIVE - KATA

Kata Beach is widely regarded as Phuket’s best night diving spot, offering easy shore entry and a wealth of nocturnal activity.

It’s a must-do for photographers and adventurers looking to see the ocean's most mysterious inhabitants in a relaxed, shallow-water setting.

DAYTRIP - SIMILAN

Discover the crown jewel of the Andaman Sea.

Located about 70km offshore from Khao Lak, the Similan Islands Marine National Park is world-renowned for its crystal-clear turquoise waters, dramatic granite boulders, and white sandy beaches.

DAYTRIP - RICHELIEU ROCK

Experience Thailand’s premier dive site with a high-speed itinerary designed to maximize your time underwater.

Richelieu Rock, part of the Surin National Marine Park, is a world-class horseshoe-shaped reef famous for its vibrant purple corals and incredible biodiversity.

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BUOYANCY 🎖️

Excellent buoyancy is what separates a beginner from a true diver.

Whether you want to extend your bottom time, capture the perfect macro photograph, or smoothly transition into technical diving, the Buoyancy Specialty is the single most important course you can take to elevate your underwater skills.

NITROX 🎖️

Experience the most popular scuba specialty on the planet!

Nitrox (Enriched Air) allows you to increase your "No-Decompression" limits by increasing the oxygen content and decreasing the nitrogen in your breathing gas.

In short: more time underwater and shorter surface intervals.

DEEP 🎖️

The Deep Diver Specialty isn’t just about seeing more, it’s about becoming a more capable diver.

We train you to manage the physiological and mental challenges of depth with absolute precision.

NAVIGATION 🎖️

Stop being a "follow-the-leader" diver and take command of your own adventure.

The Underwater Navigation Specialty turns the underwater world from a confusing maze into a clear, navigable map.

Master the tools and techniques to lead the way and never get lost again.

NIGHT 🎖️

Many of the ocean's most fascinating creatures are nocturnal, hiding during the day and emerging only under the cover of darkness.

The Night Diver Specialty gives you the skills and confidence to enter the water when the light fades, turning your favorite dive sites into a brand-new adventure.

SIDEMOUNT 🎖️

Sidemount Diving, initially created for cave exploration, is now rapidly popularity in recreational and technical diving.

By positioning cylinders on your sides, you enhance hydrodynamics, lessen physical strain, and achieve unmatched comfort compared to traditional backmount.

It's not just about the equipment, it's a refined way to navigate the water that may change your diving experience forever!

SOLO 🎖️

The Solo Diver course is the "black belt" of recreational diving. It changes your confidence level forever, making every dive safer and more enjoyable.

Whether you are a photographer tired of chasing a buddy, a parent diving with their children, or an aspiring technical diver, this course teaches you how to be truly independent.

It’s not about diving alone, it’s about having the skills, equipment, and mindset to handle any situation by yourself.

ECOLOGY 🎖️

By understanding the delicate relationships between coral reefs, marine life, and human impact, divers transition from passive observers to active ocean ambassadors.

Our Marine Ecology programs bridge the gap between adventure and conservation. They equip you with the knowledge to recognize underwater behaviors, understand the threats facing our oceans, and practice responsible diving techniques that protect vulnerable habitats.

TECHNICAL DIVING

INTRO TO TECH

The TDI Intro to Tech course is the essential gateway between recreational diving and the world of technical diving.

It is designed to provide divers with a controlled transition into the mindset, equipment, and skills required for more demanding underwater environments.

TECHNICAL SIDEMOUNT

Sidemount isn't just a specialty; it’s a completely different way to dive.

Many divers choose to complete their Sidemount certification first, using it as the foundational setup for their Advanced Nitrox and Decompression Procedures training

ADVANCED NITROX 🎖️

The TDI Advanced Nitrox course is the true entry point into technical diving.

Moving beyond recreational limits, this program teaches you how to utilize EANx mixes from 21% to 100% Oxygen to enhance your safety and prepare for staged decompression.

DECOMPRESSION PROCEDURES

The TDI Decompression Procedures course marks the transition from recreational diving to true technical exploration.

This course qualifies you to conduct planned, staged decompression dives to a maximum depth of 45 meters (150 feet).

EXTENDED RANGE

The TDI Extended Range course is designed for those who want to dive deep to the very edge of air limits.

This program qualifies you to dive to 55 meters (180 feet) and perform complex staged decompression using multiple gas switches.