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Try scuba diving, get certified or join our daily trips. Book your spot and join us to dive in Thailand and Indonesia!
In December 2013, we embarked on an awesome mission: to train divers who totally get how important it is to show some love to the marine environment while having fun and diving safely.
And guess what? We’ve been rocking it for almost a decade, issuing over 14,000 diving certifications working with top agency like SSI. Our diving courses are all about the perfect combo of safety, environmental commitment, and loads of fun!
Get ready to sign up for our incredible diving courses available at five epic diving destinatios in Thailand (Koh Phi Phi and Koh Tao), Indonesia (Gili Trawangan, Gili Air and Nusa Penida).
Why choose DPM
The confidence of experience
We have been training divers for almost 10 years, from beginners to professionals, in our 5 diving schools, consolidating ourselves as a solid company of international reference.
Personalized attention
Our diving courses are developed with small groups in order to create a personalized experience for each of our students.
Certified instructors
Maximum satisfaction
We do not say so. This is what the students who have completed their diving courses with DPM DIVING say, obtaining the highest ratings on platforms such as Google or Tripadvisor.
Our courses
Diving courses for beginners
Looking to get started in scuba diving? Get certified to dive anywhere in the world with the Open Water Diver course. This program takes only 3 days and you’ll get an international and lifetime license to dive to 18mt (60 feet). If you don’t have enough time then you can choose the Scuba Diver (2 days program) or the Basic Diver a.k.a. Try Scuba Divign, a 1 day experience for beginners.
Advanced diving courses
If you are a certified diver and are looking to expand your knowledge and take the next step in your adventure, there are many advanced diving courses and specialties to choose from. All of them include the official SSI certification of completion, training materials, classes and practical sessions.
Diving courses for professionals
If diving is your thing and you want to dedicate yourself to it, become a professional with our Divemaster and Instructor courses. These are complete training programs where you will learn everything you need to train and guide new divers.
Fun Dives for Certified Divers
If you are a certified diver looking to explore we can take you to the best sites, always guided by a professional divemaster or instructor with true knowledge of the dive sites to make the most of your diving trip.
Diving news and articles
How to get from Bali to the Gili Islands: complete transport guide
It’s hard to leave behind Bali’s mesmerizing landscapes of rice terraces, ancient temples, busy beaches filled with travelers from all over the world, and its unique atmosphere. But once you’re there, it’s worth exploring further. A classic and essential detour when visiting Bali is a trip to the...
How to Get from Bali to Nusa Penida: Every Way to Reach the Island
There’s always something beyond. And no, we’re not getting philosophical here. We mean it literally—because if you’re already in bustling, chaotic, yet always charming Bali, why not go a little further and discover Nusa Penida? This neighboring island is paradise for adventurers, divers, nature...
How to Get from Koh Samui to Koh Tao: A Practical Guide for Your Trip
How do you get from Koh Samui to Koh Tao? Alright, you’ve figured out how to get to Thailand—that part’s easy. The tricky bit comes once you’re there, especially when hopping from one island to another. For example, if one of your dream stops is Koh Tao (yes, the diving capital of the world),...
Frequently asked questions about diving courses
Where to take the diving course?
DPM Diving is a diving school present in 2 countries through five establishments; two in Thailand, on the island of Koh Tao, international diving mecca, and on Koh Phi Phi, one of the most popular islands of the country located in the Andaman Sea; three in Indonesia, specifically on Gili Trawangan, Gili Air and Nusa Penida, three islands close to Bali. All our schools offer diving courses adapted to different levels and with a team of highly qualified professionals. Choose your destination, and let’s dive!
How much does a diving course cost?
How do the diving courses work?
All courses have associated theoretical contents, as well as a series of dives to put this knowledge into practice. The courses range from one day, in the case of the most basic ones, such as the diving baptism (only one day), to the instructor courses, which can last up to 15 days.
What is a Try Scuba?
The Discover Scuba Diving is a 1 day beginner dive experience that gives you the opportunity to experience the underwater world without committing to a 2 or 3 day certification program, you will have a short class in the morning to learn the basics of the equipment and prepare you for the underwater environment. After the class, you will have a practice session in the pool or on the shore of the beach, to get used to the diving equipment and to breathe underwater, once you feel super comfortable in your first attempt, we will make a dive that can reach a maximum depth of 12 meters.
