Open Water Course
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Open Water Course
By Dpm Diving Koh Tao
Recommended by 99% of travelers
This number is based on the percentage of all Tripadvisor reviews for this product that have a bubble rating of 4 or higher
In only 3 days, learn how to dive while feeling comfortable and in control under water.
The Open Water course is the first step for any person who wishes to learn how to dive, including the knowledge and basic skills in order to having a safe and comfortable diving experience.
Our instructors will be there for you, they´ll teach you everything you need to know about diving, providing confidence and safety, so when you finish your course, you´ll be an autonomous diver certified to go down to 18 meters anywhere in the world… For the rest of your life!
from per adult
$338.53
from per adult
$338.53
Lowest price guaranteeFree cancellation
Ages 14-70
Duration: 2 days
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Portuguese, English, Spanish
- Use of SCUBA equipment
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Fruits, Cookies
- Bottled water
- Diving Insurance
- SSI Certification, International and for the rest of your life!
- Online Study Materials
- Departure details
- Dpm Diving Koh Tao, 1/9 Moo 2 Soi Road Tambon Village / building dpm diving, Koh Tao Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand 2 mins walking from the pier, heading to Sairee Beach, in front of Koh Tao Primary School (behind Koh Tao Temple)
Return details- Returns to original departure point
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 180319P2- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- How much is Open Water Course?
- Open Water Course price starts from $337.83. Discover and book Open Water Course on Tripadvisor
- What is the Open Water Course cancellation policy?
- Open Water Course cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book Open Water Course on Tripadvisor
- Which company provides Open Water Course?
- Open Water Course is hosted by Dpm Diving Koh Tao. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact Dpm Diving Koh Tao on Tripadvisor. Discover and book Open Water Course on Tripadvisor
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 180319P2
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jackbD2716NP
00A really great day doing the basic diver course
We did a basic diver course for 1 day with Malena and it was fantastic. She was really great and so helpful. We lov…
Niall W
00Amazing experience!
Did my Open Water with DPM and then continued to do my Advanced Adventurer here too! Amazing experience. Shout out …
479corinnec
00Incredible instructors! Incredible fish!
We had an INCREDIBLE time at DPM. Our instructor Chris made us feel so safe and excited to be in the water. It was …
C9795QNcarolinet
00Beautiful dive with DPM
I have the open water divers license and went out diving with DPM Eric as instructor in January 2023. It was very n…
jopling21
00Harry is legend, great dive school!
Great dive school, Harry the dive master was lovely, so friendly and relaxing to dive with. Took us on fun dives wh…
Freedom09835759574
00Amazing dive experience ✨
it was an amazing experience. I’ll come back for sure. Dpm’s team is very kind and friendly and the instructors are…
Juliasmtrip
00Great experience
I did three courses in this diving school and all of them were amazing. The instructors are super nice and very pro…
paulinek545
00Recommend :)
Really nice, helpful, international and friendly instructors and cool atmosphere on the boat. Flexible booking, sma…
charmaria9
00Open water and advanced
Originally we only planned to stay 3 days in Koh tao to complete our open divers certification we ended up staying …
miastern
00Best dive school I’ve been to!
DPM dive school is fantastic! The instructors were fantastic and I completed my advanced adventure diving course in…
Culture05979822916
00First open scuba driving
We ended our trip in Thailand by doing the introduction to scuba diving with them and they were super welcoming, at…
traveltoklife
00Memorable experience for Open Water Scuba Course
Firstly, I have never scuba dived before this course so this was my first experience with scuba diving. I completed…
mindddddd
00underwater clean-up
I had an incredible experience with the underwater clean-up with DPM (and sometimes they do the beach clean-up), th…
sophiebJ926WP
00Incredible
We did the advanced course and it was an incredible experience. Our instructor was Joaco, he was very responsible a…
victorbD7964JX
00Amazing experience
Plain and simple the best diving school I've dived with since I started almost 10 years ago. The attention to detai…
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Hat Trick Hero Mohammed
1 contribution
Jul 2022
Mathilde Was a great scuba instructor
i did my Padi course back in July and passed with the excellent and value for money that DPM had provided.
The schedule on my side was a bit mad due to the weather and ferry not going ahead
Despite that the communication and patience from DPM to fit me was beyond the usual customer serivce i would recieve.
The place is very nice and cosy. The people there are very welcoming and engaging.
I will be defintely going back to complete the otther course they offer
i did my Padi course back in July and passed with the excellent and value for money that DPM had provided.
The schedule on my side was a bit mad due to the weather and ferry not going ahead
Despite that the communication and patience from DPM to fit me was beyond the usual customer serivce i would recieve.
The place is very nice and cosy. The people there are very welcoming and engaging.
I will be defintely going back to complete the otther course they offer
Written September 19, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
DpmDivingKohTao
Thank you very much for your feedback! We are happy to know that you enjoyed your experience with us. Hope to see you soon again ;)
Written September 30, 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Ignacio B
13 contributions
Feb 2022 • Couples
After looking for different options to do our openwater course, we ended deciding for DPM and It was absolutely the best decision that we could’ve made. From the very begging you feel at home and everyone who works there or is there transmits diving and ocean passion. We leave DPM happy to have had the chance to meet such amazing group of people, that we’ve heard about how awesome they were but they definitely surpassed all our expectations!
If you are looking for getting your openwater, advanced aventures, rescue or master, this is THE PLACE. DPM even has free diving courses that we didn’t take just because we didn’t have enough days left.
Thank you guys for everything 👌
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Luego de buscar muchos centros para obtener nuestro open water, nos terminamos decidiendo por DPM y la verdad es que fue sin duda la mejor decisión. Desde el momento que llegas te sientes en casa y todos quienes trabajan o están allí se encargan de transmitirte su pasión por el diving y por el océano. Nos vamos felices de haber conocido a este gran grupo de personas, que inicialmente habíamos escuchado que eras geniales pero superaron todas nuestras expectativas!
Si estas buscando hacer tu openwater, el advance, rescue o dive master este es sin duda el lugar! Incluso tienen cursos apnea que nos faltó solo tiempo para poder tomarlos.
Lo máximo, muchas gracias por todo! 👌
If you are looking for getting your openwater, advanced aventures, rescue or master, this is THE PLACE. DPM even has free diving courses that we didn’t take just because we didn’t have enough days left.
Thank you guys for everything 👌
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Luego de buscar muchos centros para obtener nuestro open water, nos terminamos decidiendo por DPM y la verdad es que fue sin duda la mejor decisión. Desde el momento que llegas te sientes en casa y todos quienes trabajan o están allí se encargan de transmitirte su pasión por el diving y por el océano. Nos vamos felices de haber conocido a este gran grupo de personas, que inicialmente habíamos escuchado que eras geniales pero superaron todas nuestras expectativas!
Si estas buscando hacer tu openwater, el advance, rescue o dive master este es sin duda el lugar! Incluso tienen cursos apnea que nos faltó solo tiempo para poder tomarlos.
Lo máximo, muchas gracias por todo! 👌
Written February 13, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
DpmDivingKohTao
Thank you very much for such a nice review. Hope you can come back soon :)
Written September 30, 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Attakorn A
Bangkok, Thailand7 contributions
Jul 2021 • Couples
One of the best diving center in Koh Tao
Top class staffs and instructors with enjoyment and safety.
There was no plan for our trip but finally in one morning we woke up and decided to take openwater course (we do freediving for 2-3 years). We did a quick surveys and go through many reviews on most diving center in Koh Tao and pick up what we think best for us....and we were correct.
DPM diving Koh Tao give us one of the best experiences and open new chapter of underwater world. Safety is their top priority for openwater lesson. We feel really safe and fun during the lesson. Instructor always remind us in all saftey rules and point us all important points.
Me persionally, really recommended to everyone who want to start diving with them.
We will definitly come back here again for advance course.
Thanks to Bombert and Honey for teach us how to scuba with safety and fun.
Ps-they can do lesson in Thai, English and Spanish ^^
Top class staffs and instructors with enjoyment and safety.
There was no plan for our trip but finally in one morning we woke up and decided to take openwater course (we do freediving for 2-3 years). We did a quick surveys and go through many reviews on most diving center in Koh Tao and pick up what we think best for us....and we were correct.
DPM diving Koh Tao give us one of the best experiences and open new chapter of underwater world. Safety is their top priority for openwater lesson. We feel really safe and fun during the lesson. Instructor always remind us in all saftey rules and point us all important points.
Me persionally, really recommended to everyone who want to start diving with them.
We will definitly come back here again for advance course.
Thanks to Bombert and Honey for teach us how to scuba with safety and fun.
Ps-they can do lesson in Thai, English and Spanish ^^
Written July 31, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Thank you very much for your feedback!
Written February 10, 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Haley P
2 contributions
Apr 2021 • Friends
I took the open water course with Nico and it was an amazing experience. He was very kind and patient when I started panicking about breathing with the mouth piece. DPM took us to great coral reefs and we saw a great variety of fish during our dive. I would recommend this scuba diving company to anyone who wants to learn to scuba dive or wants more diving experience.
Written May 2, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
DpmDivingKohTao
Thank you very much for taking a moment to leave a review of your diving experience and recommendation, we are glad to know that you enjoyed it.
Hope to see you soon again :)
Written May 13, 2021
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Philipp S
1 contribution
Mar 2020 • Solo
My open water diving course at dpm was really great. My instructor, Margherita really rose up to every expectation. She was always professional, funny and energetic. I felt secure at all times and thoroughly enjoyed my diving experiences. I loved that the shallow water part was already done in the ocean, not in the pool as it was a much more exciting area. The atmosphere is really chill and informal, the Argentinian and in general Hispanic vibe made you feel welcome. Even the theory wasn't too dry.
Thank you Margherita and Paco (I apologize if I misspelled that) for the great time.
Thank you Margherita and Paco (I apologize if I misspelled that) for the great time.
Written March 2, 2020
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Hi Phill, thank you very much for your comments, we are glad that you enjoyed your scuba diving experience with us.
Hope to see you again for more diving!
Written March 5, 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Mr74Carl
Spalding, UK5 contributions
Malena… super friendly and bubbly personality made it achievable with limited confidence .. the effort to train and educate me on the course whilst still being enjoyable, and relaxed. I’m 50 so it’s not just for the young but the young at heart too. The whole team were so friendly and fun we were made to feel welcome and part of the make up of DPM. The guys at reception ❤️ so helpful after the ferry was fully booked abd we were a day late !! Couldn’t have been more accommodating. Every instructor … I believe they are some of the best people and instructors anyone could have
Written March 27, 2023
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aino7091
Helsinki, Finland2 contributions
I did my open water course at DPM and couldn’t have been happier. My instructor Nico Di Luca was very nice and encouraging, and his communication was clear both on ground and underwater. He also made me feel safe underwater so I was able enjoy the diving fully, even as a first time diver. A relaxed and fun atmosphere!
Written March 3, 2022
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DpmDivingKohTao
Hey Aino thanks a lot for the nice review :)
Glad to know that you enjoyed your Open Water course and felt safe all the time.
Hope to see you soon again :)
Written September 30, 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
RichardBarretto
Mumbai6 contributions
Apr 2021
DPM is the Fire while Nico is the Bomb :)
For someone who is afraid of water, Nico (Bomber) poved to be a blessing in disguise.
A mellow teacher who connects with his divers before, during and after the dive and makes the whole experience person al.
If this is your first dive, if water is something you fear of, DPM and Bomber are the ones you need.
5 Stars for the experience
5 Starts for the Customer focused approach
5 Stars for the pricing
Not to the forget the After Party <3 Must Must Must visit DPM.
For someone who is afraid of water, Nico (Bomber) poved to be a blessing in disguise.
A mellow teacher who connects with his divers before, during and after the dive and makes the whole experience person al.
If this is your first dive, if water is something you fear of, DPM and Bomber are the ones you need.
5 Stars for the experience
5 Starts for the Customer focused approach
5 Stars for the pricing
Not to the forget the After Party <3 Must Must Must visit DPM.
Written April 14, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
DpmDivingKohTao
Richard, you are the best !! We miss you a lot bro, come back as soon as possible for more dives and bbqs.
Cheers from Koh Tao
Written May 13, 2021
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
George
5 contributions
Oct 2020
I did my Open Water course with Nico at DPM and it was an amazing experience! He's a super professional Instructor, always taking care of everything to make the students feel comfortable at every moment. The course was perfect, we learned about diving and ecology, and we ended the course with a beach clean up activity, which was something I neved did before. I wasn't sure what to expect, but we learned a lot from this experience. I totally recommend DPM Diving if you are a beginner or an experienced diver, these guys are the best!
Written October 20, 2020
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Hey Gorge, thank you very much for you kind comment. We are glad to know that you enjoyed your diving experience with us :)
Hope to see you soon for more dives together
Best wishes
DPM Diving
Written October 24, 2020
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Shivani
1 contribution
Sep 2020
DPM was suggested to me by a friend and a trusted friend’s recommendation hardly ever goes wrong. I ended up doing 7 dives with Bomber (Nico) and the experience was phenomenal. It was my first time diving and Bomber was super patient and calm through the entire process. The pool lessons were great, the attention while diving to make sure I’m alright at all times made me feel super comfortable and confident. Highly professional. 100% recommend DPM to anyone. Can’t wait to get back for the advanced course :D
Written September 8, 2020
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Hi Shivani, thank you very much for your comment. We are really glad to know that you enjoyed your diving experience with us. Hope to see you soon again and go for more dives together :)
Written September 12, 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
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