The Dive Ao Nang
The Dive Ao Nang
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If you are thinking about travel in Thailand, then diving in Thailand is something you should try. The Dive Ao Nang is a quality minded PADI 5 Star dive center in Ao Nang, Krabi, Thailand. As a diver, we will give you the best possible service and experience. We can offer you diving that is rich in marine life, corals and colors. Our Dive Trips are mainly around Koh Phi Phi, but we can also provide other locations, such as: Similans Islands, Hin Daeng, Hin Muang, Shark point, and Ao Nang local islands. Our Courses are PADI dive courses, which is the most popular dive organization in the world. With a PADI certification, you can dive anywhere in the world. The Dive Ao Nang Team speaks English, Thai, Danish, and German.
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Sean K
Tacoma, WA3 contributions
Dec 2023 • Solo
I am so glad I picked the Dive. I am sure all the dive shops in Ao Nang are good. But the Dive was great. Great boat and staff. And everyone was so kind and supportive.
Written December 22, 2023
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Thank you very much for your feed back.
We very much appreciate this.
Liz & The Dive Ao Nang Team
Written December 27, 2023
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Starry P
7 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
We absolutely love The Dive Ao Nang! My husband and I did the Discover Scuba Diving (DSD) course in Phi Phi islands with Liz, who was an incredible dive master and instructor! Although I am Open Water certified, my husband isn’t and he felt quite nervous about scuba diving. Liz did a fantastic job putting him at ease, emphasizing safety first, clearly explaining key dive skills, and being very patient with our descent and equalizing. Liz never rushed us and answered all of our questions in detail & with clarity. We did 2 dives and saw plenty of marine life. I’ve dived before in Bali and Belize, and The Dive Ao Nang is by far the best diving school/school I’ve been to! Also, they are incredibly professional, equipment is clean and well-organized, and the boat crew was super friendly. They served us an excellent lunch, fruit, and snacks on board! Highly recommend diving with them if you’re in Ao Nang.
Written December 21, 2023
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Thank you very much for a great day diving with you both.
And many thanks for your details feed back. We very much appreciate your feed back.
Hope to dive with you both again next time you visit Ao Nang.
Liz & The Dive Ao Nang Team
Written December 27, 2023
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kim
10 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
Don’t skip this. Even, or should I say ESPECIALLY, if you’ve never dove before.
I am certified and used to dive a lot when I was younger but stopped for the past 8 years, and it was my wife’s first time ever so we both opted for the discover scuba session.
On the way to the site, our dive master spent that time going over what our day will look like and what to expect.
We had two different dives, the first one was specifically for practicing techniques and to see how comfortable we were in the water and in the equipment. At first, we only went down a yard or so because as they say “if you can’t do it there, you aren’t gonna be able to do it deeper”.
Our dive master ensured our safety was above everything. Under water he checked on us consistently and was always an arm length away. This was GREAT because I have to equalize a lot more than the normal person so I never felt rushed and we went down slow. I never felt uncomfortable under the water which made for a good, enjoyable dive!
My wife and I are big swimmers and felt comfortable quickly so we actually got to do a fair amount of diving on the first one.. but the second dive was SO much better. We swam with HUGE schools of fish, saw starfish the size of me, octopus, parrot fish, etc.
Anyways— staff was AMAZING. Snacks and lunch were SO yummy. I felt SO safe. This was a 12/10 experience. We will be back!
I am certified and used to dive a lot when I was younger but stopped for the past 8 years, and it was my wife’s first time ever so we both opted for the discover scuba session.
On the way to the site, our dive master spent that time going over what our day will look like and what to expect.
We had two different dives, the first one was specifically for practicing techniques and to see how comfortable we were in the water and in the equipment. At first, we only went down a yard or so because as they say “if you can’t do it there, you aren’t gonna be able to do it deeper”.
Our dive master ensured our safety was above everything. Under water he checked on us consistently and was always an arm length away. This was GREAT because I have to equalize a lot more than the normal person so I never felt rushed and we went down slow. I never felt uncomfortable under the water which made for a good, enjoyable dive!
My wife and I are big swimmers and felt comfortable quickly so we actually got to do a fair amount of diving on the first one.. but the second dive was SO much better. We swam with HUGE schools of fish, saw starfish the size of me, octopus, parrot fish, etc.
Anyways— staff was AMAZING. Snacks and lunch were SO yummy. I felt SO safe. This was a 12/10 experience. We will be back!
Written November 21, 2023
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Thank you you very much for diving with us and many thanks for your details review.
We very much appreciate this.
Liz & the Dive Ao Nang Team
Written December 27, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Ritesh Raval
Greater London, UK10 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
I did my PADI open water diving certification here, and it was a fantastic experience! I went to see Liz at the shop and before signing-up and paying, he gave me a thorough overview of the course and what to expect over the 3-days. This was very helpful as it allowed me to make an informed decision as to whether I wanted to pursue the course.
Over the three days, it was just me and the instructor and so it was a very personalised experience, which helped me as I could take time to learn the skills/techniques, and it did not feel rushed. I felt like I learned to dive properly and safely, and not just partake in a tick-box exercise. My instructor Yut, was very professional, friendly and patient, taking a lot of time with me as I learned the various different skills. Both Yut and Liz (and the team) place a big emphasis on safety whilst diving, so you always feel reassured and well taken care of.
All the dive equipment is modern, clean and well-maintained. The boat is also modern, and there is a very friendly crew who are helpful throughout your time on the boat. The food/snacks provided on board are all fresh and there’s a good amount of drinks provided too.
At the dive sites, we were the only ones there, and so we could enjoy the experience a lot more. The marine life and corals were diverse and stunning! And Liz/Yut pointed out different varieties of fish.
After receiving my certification, Liz gave me great advice on diving in the future and tips when looking for diving centres in other countries, and this again was very helpful.
With The Dive, there is a big emphasis placed on diving in small groups only and more importantly also on ocean conservation, sustainability, and reducing use of single-use plastics, which makes them stand-out.
I would highly recommend The Dive centre to everybody. Thank you very much, Liz, Yut and the team!
Over the three days, it was just me and the instructor and so it was a very personalised experience, which helped me as I could take time to learn the skills/techniques, and it did not feel rushed. I felt like I learned to dive properly and safely, and not just partake in a tick-box exercise. My instructor Yut, was very professional, friendly and patient, taking a lot of time with me as I learned the various different skills. Both Yut and Liz (and the team) place a big emphasis on safety whilst diving, so you always feel reassured and well taken care of.
All the dive equipment is modern, clean and well-maintained. The boat is also modern, and there is a very friendly crew who are helpful throughout your time on the boat. The food/snacks provided on board are all fresh and there’s a good amount of drinks provided too.
At the dive sites, we were the only ones there, and so we could enjoy the experience a lot more. The marine life and corals were diverse and stunning! And Liz/Yut pointed out different varieties of fish.
After receiving my certification, Liz gave me great advice on diving in the future and tips when looking for diving centres in other countries, and this again was very helpful.
With The Dive, there is a big emphasis placed on diving in small groups only and more importantly also on ocean conservation, sustainability, and reducing use of single-use plastics, which makes them stand-out.
I would highly recommend The Dive centre to everybody. Thank you very much, Liz, Yut and the team!
Written October 31, 2023
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Thank you very much for your details feed back.
We very much appreciate this.
Hope to dive with you again next time you visit Ao Nang
Liz & The Dive Ao Nang Team
Written December 27, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Go07808024788
2 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
My partner and I went for a 'First dive experience trip'. The material was well fitted beforehand when we made our appointment in their Ao Nang office.
The day of the dive we got picked up and dropped off at our hotel. Our dive instructor spoke English very well. He also explained everything in detail and was very patient. We practiced some important skills just below the water surface before diving deeper. They provided more than enough food and drinks as well. Overall, absolutely amazing experience, properly guided.
The day of the dive we got picked up and dropped off at our hotel. Our dive instructor spoke English very well. He also explained everything in detail and was very patient. We practiced some important skills just below the water surface before diving deeper. They provided more than enough food and drinks as well. Overall, absolutely amazing experience, properly guided.
Written September 16, 2023
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Thank you very much for joining us and many thanks for your feed back.
We very much appreciate this.
Written December 27, 2023
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Derek McV
London, UK26 contributions
Jul 2023 • Solo
I've just completed 4 days diving with The Dive, and another 2 days to go.
3rd time I've used them since Covid.
Great equipment, great knowledge, feel completely safe and comfortable, small groups, and great fun.
Genuinely nice guys, from Liz the owner, to Yut, PK, Goyo and also the boat crew. Even the van driver is a nice guy.
As it's low season, we just dived the local Ao Nang Islands. I say 'just', but we seen everything from Black Tip sharks, to Bamboo Sharks, Turtles, Stingrays, seahorses, Sea Snakes, Morays and loads more.
Plus loads of lovely fresh Thai food.
I'm Advanced Diver, but I see how they treat, encourage, have patience with, and empower first time divers. It's great to see them change from being fearful and apprehensive, and buzzing and 1000 questions and plans.
Everyone's in safe hands with The Dive.
So much so, I'm already booked my flights to come back in April when we'll be diving Phi Phi again. Trust me, these guys are the ones to dive with ...
3rd time I've used them since Covid.
Great equipment, great knowledge, feel completely safe and comfortable, small groups, and great fun.
Genuinely nice guys, from Liz the owner, to Yut, PK, Goyo and also the boat crew. Even the van driver is a nice guy.
As it's low season, we just dived the local Ao Nang Islands. I say 'just', but we seen everything from Black Tip sharks, to Bamboo Sharks, Turtles, Stingrays, seahorses, Sea Snakes, Morays and loads more.
Plus loads of lovely fresh Thai food.
I'm Advanced Diver, but I see how they treat, encourage, have patience with, and empower first time divers. It's great to see them change from being fearful and apprehensive, and buzzing and 1000 questions and plans.
Everyone's in safe hands with The Dive.
So much so, I'm already booked my flights to come back in April when we'll be diving Phi Phi again. Trust me, these guys are the ones to dive with ...
Written July 28, 2023
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Hi Dereck
Thank you very much for your review and many thanks for your return.
WE are looking forward to diving with you again in April 2024.
Liz
Written August 23, 2023
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Hsieh B
1 contribution
May 2023 • Friends
Had a really great time getting our open water diver certifications with The Dive AoNang! The instructors were really friendly and helpful, the absolute best! Would definitely recommend them to others looking to dive / learn diving.
Written May 12, 2023
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Thank you very much for your review.
We very much appreciate this.
We all did enjoyed the course with all of you.
Hope to dive with you soon again
Written May 13, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Tilly
30 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
I’m so glad I chose The Dive to do my open water course. Definitely feel like I got lucky by being assigned Yut as my instructor. He mad this experience incredible for me. He clearly cares about making sure his students learn everything properly and that’s all you can ask for!
I did around 10 dives with this company while I was in Ao Nang and absolutely loved them! Thanks to Yut’s teachings I’m now a very confident diver!
I did around 10 dives with this company while I was in Ao Nang and absolutely loved them! Thanks to Yut’s teachings I’m now a very confident diver!
Written May 2, 2023
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Thank you very much for your review.
We very much appreciate this.
We are glad you completed the course and dive with us some more dives.
Looking forward to diving with you again next time you visit Ao Nang.
Written May 17, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Derek McV
London, UK26 contributions
Apr 2023 • Solo
Professional, helpful, very knowledgeable, super safe and above all great guys and lots of fun.
40mins to Phi Phi is a super fast twin engine speed boat. You want to dive with sharks, them this is the team to go with, plus all manner of other marine like.
Eco aware as well, and serve great food.
I'll be back again in July, wouldn't dive with anyone else out of Ao Nang.
40mins to Phi Phi is a super fast twin engine speed boat. You want to dive with sharks, them this is the team to go with, plus all manner of other marine like.
Eco aware as well, and serve great food.
I'll be back again in July, wouldn't dive with anyone else out of Ao Nang.
Written April 6, 2023
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Thank you very much for joining us diving many days.
We very much appreciate your time review us.
Looking forward to diving with you again in July
Liz & The Dive Ao Nang Team
Written April 29, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
karen k
5 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
Firstly I will start by saying that my partner and I didn’t end up doing a dive.
This was through no fault of the team who were exceptional from the first contact. We were grouped in pairs with our instructor who explained everything in great detail to us.
We were reassured throughout every step and given the guidance we needed to achieve the dive. Unfortunately, despite both of us being strong swimmers, we quickly discovered it wasn’t for us.
Our instructor was patient and tried to help us overcome our fears but to no avail.
He then suggested we ditch the scuba gear and came back with snorkelling equipment. Much better for us! He then spent time with us showing us the reef and pointing out the marine life - we even saw some blacktip sharks.
Lunch, snacks and drinks were provided which was all delicious.
All in all despite not doing the dive we had a great day out on the boat.
We would recommend this 💯
This was through no fault of the team who were exceptional from the first contact. We were grouped in pairs with our instructor who explained everything in great detail to us.
We were reassured throughout every step and given the guidance we needed to achieve the dive. Unfortunately, despite both of us being strong swimmers, we quickly discovered it wasn’t for us.
Our instructor was patient and tried to help us overcome our fears but to no avail.
He then suggested we ditch the scuba gear and came back with snorkelling equipment. Much better for us! He then spent time with us showing us the reef and pointing out the marine life - we even saw some blacktip sharks.
Lunch, snacks and drinks were provided which was all delicious.
All in all despite not doing the dive we had a great day out on the boat.
We would recommend this 💯
Written March 4, 2023
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Thank you so much for your review.
We very much appreciate this.
The Dive Ao Nang Team
Written April 29, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Hi there. I'm wondering how much is it to dive with u guy? We are Aow. Do u have any good package deal in March? Thx
lertlid
Ao Nang, Thailand64 contributions
Hi
Please visit our website for package and promotion trip in March.
Hi, I am planning to visit Krabi on 12-15 Feb 2020, do I have to book DSD in advance or I can book by visiting shop by self.
lertlid
Ao Nang, Thailand64 contributions
Hi
February is in the high season. We recommend you to pre book your spots to avoid disappointment if there no space available.
Best is to contact us by email.
Liz
DeeJosephine
Milton Keynes, UK27 contributions
Do you run PADI open water courses in September?
lertlid
Ao Nang, Thailand64 contributions
Hi
Yes we do. Best is to contact us via email.
catalinatrb
28 contributions
Do you also offer snorkeling tours? If so, what are the schedules and prices? Thank you very much.
lertlid
Ao Nang, Thailand64 contributions
Hi
Thank you for contacting The Dive Ao Nang.
We do mostly everyday a full day diving and snorkeling trip on a big comfortable boat for 2 or 3 dives around Phi Phi Islands.
Trip start 7.30am with pick up and we return back 5 till 6pm.
Snorkelers will do snorkeling at the dive site.
Around Phi Phi you can explore lots of marine life by snorkeling.
On each stop, you will have 1 hour for snorkeling.
Price for snorkeling is 2500 THB per person. Children u. 12 years, 1500 THB
Price includes: pick up and bring back service from/to your hotel in Ao Nang area, Snorkeling gear, in water snorkeling guide, On board service ( drinking water, coffee, tea, lunch and fruits) and insurance.
Marine national park fee is 400THB per day/person. Marine park fee is directly to pay to the ranger on the diving day if they come and collect on board.
We hope this answered your questions.
For more information please feel free to get back to us anytime.
catalinatrb
28 contributions
Do you also offer snorkeling tours? If so, what are the schedules and prices? Thank you very much.
Henrik E
Ostervala, Sweden13 contributions
Hello Catalina You can go snorkeling on many divetours. There are lots of nice snorkeling sites at Phi-Phi Islands. For more info and prices see their website or call Bjorn in the Dive shop in Ao Nang 0066822822537. If already in Thailand it is 0822822537. They are real nice people and will take good care of you. Enjoy
Krutarth Gohel
Krabi Town, Thailand
What is a price for Scooba diving and what is timing and total duration for this as I eill stay only for 2 days in krabi.
Nikhil G
Gurugram (Gurgaon), India166 contributions
4900 THB for a day on the water, mine was a 'refresher' - 2 dives, instructor face time before the first dive and then special attention from the instructor underwater for the first dive. Next dive he let me be on my own :). Lunch, pick and drop from hotel etc was included.
What's the price
Nikhil G
Gurugram (Gurgaon), India4 contributions
I paid around 5000 THB (give or take a couple hundred)for 2 dives - this was a refresher experience for me and I thought they were great. The price includes pick up from hotel , the dives , lunch and snacks on the boat etc. There’s also a 600 THB marine park entry fee that goes to the govt. thanks !
herrysia
Singapore, Singapore
I would like to try the scuba diving but i didn't have any experience and did i still can diving? Because i will at krabi 2 days only
Mal49
Ao Nang, Thailand17 contributions
Contact TheDiveaonang and they will be able to assist you with an introduction to SCUBA Diving. Ask for Bjorn and he will explain everything to you. Contact thediveaonang on the internet
They are very professional in their approach to everything they do, and are very reasonably priced. If you want a great experience and not a disappointment, contact The Dive in Aonang.