Dive with Ocean Lovers
Explore the underwater world with DPM Diving
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
All our instructors have the necessary certifications to provide safe dive training with the highest quality and safety standards. Diving with us is safe and fun!
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
Best time to dive in Koh Tao
We’ve talked extensively about Koh Tao on this blog — about its obvious attractions, its unmatched vibe, and that fascination that draws hundreds of thousands of travelers every year, especially diving enthusiasts. For us, Koh Tao is that little paradise in the Gulf of Thailand that every diver,…
How to avoid barotrauma while diving: practical guide
Barotrauma. Sounds like the name of a supervillain in a superhero movie. In reality, it’s definitely not a positive thing when it comes to diving. It’s one of the most common (and annoying) problems you can encounter underwater, usually caused by not following some very basic steps that prevent…
What is the difference between snorkeling and diving? pros, cons and tips
If you ask an experienced diver who has felt the adrenaline of plunging into the ocean, exploring coral reefs, and discovering all kinds of marine life, the answer is clear: the difference between snorkeling and diving is huge. But we’re not going to be overly orthodox — in this guide, we’ll give…
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?
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.
