3 Fun dives in Phi Phi islands for Certified Divers

The best part of this Phuket outing is the chance to visit two Phi Phi sites and add a third underwater session at Shark Point or Koh Doc Mai in one full day. Each session can last up to 50 minutes, giving certified scuba users meaningful time below the surface rather than a rushed look.

I like the practical setup: equipment, insurance, food, drinks, and selected hotel transfers are included. I also like the small maximum group of 15, plus the patient, adaptable instructors and strong attention to clear communication. The main drawback is the early start and long day, with a THB600 Phi Phi admission fee and a dive computer not included.

Key points

• Three underwater sessions in one day: Two take place around Phi Phi Islands, with the third at Shark Point or Koh Doc Mai.
• Up to 50 minutes per session: You get a useful amount of time underwater, depending on conditions and your plan.
• Early Chalong Pier departure: Meet at 7:00 am for a roughly 10-hour outing.
• Food is provided on board: Breakfast, lunch, snacks, soft drinks, and refreshments are included, with dietary requests accepted.
• Transfers cover much of southern Phuket: Pickup is offered from Kamala, Patong, Karon, Kata, Rawai, Nai Harn, and Chalong.
• Certified divers only: Bring your certification details and be ready to answer health and recent alcohol-use questions.

Three underwater sessions around Phi Phi

This is a full-day boat trip built for certified scuba users who want more than a single short outing. You receive three sessions, with two around Phi Phi Islands and a third at either Shark Point or Koh Doc Mai.

The format gives you variety. Phi Phi is the main attraction, while the third location adds another setting rather than repeating the same area all day. Exact site conditions can affect the order and final choice, so you should treat Shark Point or Koh Doc Mai as alternatives within the plan, not guaranteed stops on a fixed route.

Each session can last up to 50 minutes. That is a useful allowance for people who already know how to manage air, buoyancy, and underwater time. Your actual duration depends on your certification, air use, conditions, and the instructor’s plan.

The package is not aimed at first-time scuba users. You need to be certified, and the staff will ask about medical conditions that could make underwater activity unsafe. That screening may feel detailed, but it is one of the more important parts of a responsible day on the water.

Phi Phi Islands bring the main scenery

Phi Phi gives this trip its strongest visual appeal. The island group is known for clear tropical water and dramatic coastal scenery, and the two planned sessions let you see more than one underwater area.

I like having two sessions at Phi Phi because the first gives you time to settle into the water, while the second can add another look at local marine life and rock formations. Still, you should keep expectations sensible. Visibility, currents, weather, and marine life change from day to day, so no operator can promise a particular animal or exact underwater scene.

The Phi Phi admission fee is not included. Budget THB600 per person on top of the tour price. This is easy to miss when comparing packages, so include it in your real cost before booking.

The island visit also adds to the day’s travel time. You leave early, spend much of the day on the boat and in the water, then return to Chalong Pier. If you want a short, relaxed morning, this is the wrong shape of excursion. If you want several sessions in one booking, the long schedule makes sense.

Shark Point or Koh Doc Mai adds useful variety

The third session takes place at either Shark Point or Koh Doc Mai. Since the final site is not fixed in the supplied details, ask about the expected location when you confirm your booking, especially if one site matters more to you than the other.

The value here is variety. After two sessions around Phi Phi, another site can break up the day and give you a different underwater setting. The choice may also help the crew respond to weather or sea conditions, though the exact reason for the final selection is not stated.

Do not book this outing expecting a guaranteed shark sighting. The available information identifies the possible site, not specific animals or marine encounters. Think of the third session as another chance to explore, with the location adjusted as needed.

A 7:00 am start shapes the entire day

You meet at Chalong Pier at 7:00 am, at 12 Sunrise Road in Chalong. The activity lasts about 10 hours and ends back at the same meeting point.

That early start is practical for reaching the island sites and fitting in three sessions. It also means you need to plan your morning carefully. If you are using the included pickup, confirm the arrangement for your hotel area. Pickup is offered from Kamala, Patong, Karon, Kata, Rawai, Nai Harn, and Chalong.

If you stay outside those areas, private transport is available for an additional charge. The supplied details do not give the private transfer price, so ask before you commit.

The maximum group size is 15 people. That is small enough to feel more personal than a large party boat, while still being a proper group outing rather than a private charter. The instructors are described as patient, adaptable, and experienced, which matters when people in the group have different air consumption and comfort levels.

What comes with the $158.56 price

The listed price is $158.56 per person. For three scuba sessions, the boat day, equipment, insurance, meals, refreshments, and selected return transfers, the package offers solid value for a certified diver who would otherwise need to arrange each part separately.

Included items are:

• Full scuba equipment
• Scuba insurance
• Three underwater sessions
• Breakfast, lunch, snacks, and refreshments
• Soft drinks
• Return transfers from selected Phuket areas
• Instruction and support from the crew

The main extras are the THB600 Phi Phi admission fee, optional underwater photographs and videos, alcoholic drinks, and a dive computer. The missing computer is worth noting. If you prefer to monitor your own depth and time, bring your personal unit if you have one. Otherwise, clarify what equipment and monitoring the operator supplies before departure.

Food arrangements are a welcome part of the price. Breakfast and lunch are listed, along with snacks and refreshments. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets can be accommodated if you state your needs when booking. I would still bring extra water and a few salty snacks. One published comment specifically recommends doing so, and a long day at sea can leave you wanting something familiar between sessions.

The boat day is practical, not fancy

The boat provides the base for meals, equipment, surface intervals, and travel between sites. The important question here is not luxury. It is whether the setup supports a long day with three sessions.

Complimentary food helps. You do not need to search for breakfast before the early meeting time or arrange lunch during the island run. Soft drinks and refreshments are also included, though alcoholic drinks are not.

Bring sun protection, a dry change of clothes, and personal snacks. The provider specifically serves food for dietary restrictions, but you should still state your requirements at the time of booking rather than hoping the crew will know on the morning.

Optional photo and video packages cost extra. They may appeal if you want a record of the day, but they are not part of the advertised price. Ask about cost and availability before boarding if underwater images are important to you.

Safety checks deserve your full attention

Scuba activity demands honest health information. The booking questions cover asthma or wheezing, fainting, seizures, blackouts, chronic bronchitis, persistent chest complaints, sinus conditions, chest surgery, recurring ear problems when flying, epilepsy, diabetes, tuberculosis, long-term lung disease, brain or spinal disorders, heart disease, collapsed lung, ear surgery, breathlessness, chronic ear infection or discharge, high blood pressure, and a perforated eardrum.

You are also asked about any illness or operation within the last month and whether you have consumed alcohol during the previous eight hours. Answer accurately. Concealing a condition that affects safe scuba use can put your life at risk.

The post-trip flight rule matters too. After multiple sessions, you should not fly or go to altitude within 18 hours of your final session. If possible, wait 24 hours. Build that buffer into your Phuket plans. Do not schedule this outing on the same day as a flight home.

The package includes scuba insurance, which is useful peace of mind, but it does not replace careful medical judgment. If you have any listed condition, seek medical clearance before booking.

Communication and organization are real strengths

A good boat day depends on clear timing, calm instruction, and quick answers when plans change. This team receives strong praise for kindness, consideration, communication, and organization.

Those qualities matter more than fancy wording. You need to know where to meet, when pickup arrives, what food is available, and how the crew is handling the day’s sites. Patient instructors are especially useful when a group includes certified people with different levels of recent experience.

The small maximum group also helps. With no more than 15 people, questions should be easier to handle than on a very large operation. Still, this is not a private trip. You will share the boat, surface intervals, and schedule with other certified divers.

Who will get the most from this trip?

This outing suits you if you:

• Already hold scuba certification
• Want three sessions in one day
• Prefer a package that includes equipment and boat meals
• Stay in one of the listed Phuket pickup areas
• Are comfortable with an early start and roughly 10 hours away
• Want Phi Phi as the main focus, with another possible site added
• Appreciate instructor support and a group capped at 15

It is less suitable if you are looking for a beginner lesson, a short half-day activity, or a private boat. It is also a poor fit if you need a dive computer included, dislike long boat days, or plan to fly soon after the outing.

The listed average booking lead time is 31 days. That suggests you should not leave this until the last minute if your Phuket dates are fixed, particularly during busy travel periods.

Cancellation and weather flexibility

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the local start time. Changes or cancellations made inside that 24-hour window are not accepted for a refund.

Weather can affect the trip. If poor conditions cause cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund. The same applies if the minimum number of people is not reached. That policy is useful for a sea-based activity, where forcing a departure in bad conditions would be a poor trade.

Confirm the meeting point, pickup plan, dietary needs, certification details, and any extra equipment before the deadline. Those few checks reduce avoidable problems on a 7:00 am departure.

Should you book the Phi Phi scuba package?

Book it if you are certified and want a full day with three underwater sessions, two at Phi Phi, without arranging your own gear, meals, transfers, and insurance. The $158.56 price is reasonable for what is included, although you need to add the THB600 island admission fee and account for optional extras.

I would choose this for a diver who values a well-organized group trip and wants a practical way to see several sites from Phuket. I would skip it for a beginner, someone seeking a private boat, or anyone with a flight within 24 hours after the final session. Bring your own water and salty snacks, confirm your pickup, and answer the medical questions honestly.

FAQ

Where does the activity start?

The meeting point is Chalong Pier Meeting Point, 12 Sunrise Road, Tambon Chalong, Phuket 83100. The scheduled start time is 7:00 am.

Where does the activity end?

The trip ends back at the Chalong Pier meeting point.

How long does the outing last?

The activity lasts approximately 10 hours.

How many scuba sessions are included?

Three sessions are included. Two take place at Phi Phi Islands, and the third takes place at either Shark Point or Koh Doc Mai.

How long can each session last?

Each session offers up to 50 minutes of underwater time.

Is hotel pickup available?

Return transfers are offered from Kamala, Patong, Karon, Kata, Rawai, Nai Harn, and Chalong. Private transfers from outside the pickup zone are available for an additional cost.

Is food included?

Yes. Breakfast, lunch, snacks, soft drinks, and refreshments are provided on the boat. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free requirements can be accommodated if stated when booking.

Is a dive computer included?

No. A dive computer is listed as an additional item rather than an inclusion.

Can I fly after the trip?

You should not fly or go to altitude within 18 hours of completing the final session after multiple sessions. When possible, waiting 24 hours is recommended.