Dry Suit Diving

Stay Warm

Master the art of dry suit diving with specialized course. Learn essential skills to stay warm and comfortable in colder waters, extending your diving season and exploring new underwater environments with confidence.

SSI DRY SUIT DIVING IN KOH TAO


Whether you're preparing to dive in colder climates or simply want to stay warm during extended dive days, the Dry Suit Diving Specialty at Koh Tao Divers gives you the skills and confidence to dive dry. Dry suits allow for thermal protection in cold or temperate water and are essential for year-round divers who value warmth and comfort.
In this 2-day course with 3 open water dives, you'll learn how to use a dry suit correctly, manage buoyancy, and deal with emergency situations specific to dry suit diving. Our expert instructors will guide you through theory and hands-on practice, ensuring you finish the course ready to dive safely and confidently—no matter the water temperature.

DRY SUIT DIVING

Clock Icon 2 days
Diving Icon 3 dives
Wallet Icon 8,000 THB
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Upon booking we as ask for deposit.

All prices are in Thai Baht (THB) and do not include possible payment fees etc.

Minimum age

  • 10 years old

Certification

  • SSI Open Water Diver or equivalent

Health

  • Completing a medical questionnaire is mandatory for all diving courses to ensure your fitness for advanced diving activities. You are required to consult a physician and obtain medical clearance before participating.

Medical Questionnaire

Theory Sessions

  • Understanding dry suit mechanics, maintenance, and safety considerations
  • Buoyancy control techniques specific to dry suits
  • How to manage inflator valves, dumps, and air migration

3 Open Water Dives

  • Practice controlled descents, ascents, and horizontal trim
  • Execute emergency drills such as inverted ascent prevention and stuck valve handling

SSI Certification

  • Official SSI Dry Suit Diving certification recognized worldwide

Course Materials

  • Full access to online learning platform

All Gear Provided

  • All equipment included (except thermal undergarment and dry suit)

Insurance

  • Your course includes Basic accident insurance
  • While Koh Tao Divers provides basic accident insurance for incidents that occur during our dive trips (valid for 30 days), it’s important to note that this coverage has limitations compared to plans like those offered by Dive Assure.

Insurance

  • The course includes basic accident insurance provided by Koh Tao Divers, covering accidents during our dive trips (valid for 30 days). However, it's important to note that this insurance does not cover everything - evacuation costs are not included, and the coverage is limited compared to broader plans like those offered by Dive Assure.
  • 🛡️ We strongly recommend obtaining comprehensive dive insurance before the course starts.

👉 Buy comprehensive dive insurance from DiveAssure

    Day 1

    • Dry suit diving theory and gear orientation
      Confined water session or introductory shore dive

    Day 2

    • 2 additional open water dives to refine control and emergency handling
    • Final evaluation and certification briefing

Note: Schedule may vary due to weather and logistical considerations.

Insurance information for Koh Tao Divers Customers

While Koh Tao Divers provides basic accident insurance for incidents that occur during our dive trips (valid for 30 days), it's important to note that this coverage has limitations compared to plans like those offered by Dive Assure. Insurance is not included for technical diving or professional courses.
We highly recommend obtaining comprehensive dive insurance.

👉 Buy comprehensive dive insurance from DiveAssure

Included Insurance for Koh Tao Divers Customers

Your included basic insurance provides

  1. Accident Coverage

    • Up to 1,000,000 THB for loss of life, dismemberment, loss of sight, or permanent disability.
  2. Medical Expenses

    • Coverage of up to 500,000 THB per person for each accident, including hyperbaric chamber treatments for diving accidents.
  3. Exclusions

    • Evacuation costs are not included.
  4. Reimbursement Process

    • Patients must pay treatment costs upfront, and the insurance company will reimburse within 2-3 weeks.

Why choose a more comprehensive insurance?

For greater protection, including evacuation costs, we recommend comprehensive dive insurance. Plans like those from Dive Assure start at €70/year for most EU citizens and provide additional benefits, including:

  • Emergency evacuations
  • Trip cancellations
  • Extensive medical coverage

Having comprehensive insurance ensures you're fully covered, especially if you're planning multiple dives or engaging in technical diving. Contact us for advice on choosing the best insurance option for your diving

👉 Buy comprehensive dive insurance from DiveAssure

WHY CHOOSE KOH TAO DIVERS SPECIALTY COURSE?

SSI AWARD WINNER

We offer the widest range of dive training on Koh Tao, ensuring your dive journey never stops growing and highlighting our commitment to professionalism.

Multilingual

Learn with us in English, Finnish and Spanish to ensure you learn in the language you're most comfortable with.

ONLINE LEARNING

Start learning the essentials of diving from the comfort of your own home, so you can focus on the fun part of your holiday scuba diving.

Quality OVER QUANTITY

Group sizes maximum of 4 divers. Dive with us and discover the difference a focused, quality-driven approach makes to your underwater journey

Nitrox

Dive with nitrox to extend your bottom times and keep yourself safe!

SAFETY FIRST

Your safety is our priority #1. We include FREE dive insurance for our specialty courses.

COME TO EXPERIENCE THIS

How to get my certification on Koh Tao?


1

Book your scuba dive course with us today.

2

Download My SSI app to your chosen device swiftly.

3

Sign up and choose Koh Tao Divers as your facility.

4

Within 24h, get training materials in your language.

5

Finish hands-on dives at Koh Tao, discover marine wonders!

6

Get your international scuba certification. Well done!



DRY SUIT DIVING

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OTHER SPECIALTY COURSES

Choose the specialties that suit your diving goals and passions.

Whether you're aiming to dive deeper, improve your buoyancy, explore wrecks, or take better underwater photos, SSI Specialty Courses at Koh Tao Divers offer a flexible and exciting way to advance your skills. Each course is taught by experienced, SSI-certified instructors in the warm, clear waters surrounding Koh Tao—one of the world’s top diving destinations.
Our specialties let you focus on what excites you most.
With hands-on training and a personalized approach, you’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to dive your way—safely and skillfully.
Which specialty will define your next underwater adventure?

Independent diver
Koh tao divers underwater photographer holding a camera setup with dual strobes.
Clock Icon 2 days
Diving Icon 4 dives
Wallet Icon 12,000 THB

Experience true underwater freedom with the Independent Diver Course at Koh Tao Divers. Over 2 days and 4 dives, you'll master self-reliance, redundancy, and emergency preparedness—perfect for experienced divers, photographers, and explorers who want to dive solo safely and independently.

Wreck Diving Specialty
Koh tao divers wreck diving with torch lights near a sunken shipwreck
Clock Icon 1 day
Diving Icon 2 dives
Wallet Icon 6,500 THB

Go wreck diving on Koh Tao and learn the skills and techniques you need to dive around shipwrecks safely. Wrecks are fascinating dive sites, each with their own unique story. Every wreck is different, and while each boasts historical tales and an array of marine life, it takes knowledge and specialized equipment to learn to dive around wrecks safely.


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