PADI Scuba Diving Courses - Thailand Diving

At Sunrise Divers we are committed to giving our students a high standard of diving education. We promise small classes (maximum 4 students) and highly experienced, enthusiastic PADI instructors. Private courses are also available. A good diver never stops learning, and our team enjoys teaching all levels of diver from novices up to divemaster. Whether you are a beginner, or looking to expand your diving knowledge, Sunrise Divers will be very happy to see you here in Phuket!

Sunrise Divers is a PADI 5 Star Dive Resort, a member of the PADI International Resort Association. PADI (meaning the Professional Association of Diving Instructors) is the world's largest dive training organisation - certifications are recognised worldwide. We preach safe diving and care for the environment, and you will be happy to know that all our students are covered by our insurance policy. PADI courses are available in English, Deutsch and Svenska (other languages may be available on request). Let Sunrise Divers show you the beauty of the underwater world in Thailand!

Start Today! You can get started on a PADI course right now, at home or in the office by signing up for E Learning. You can complete the theory from your Open Water, Advanced Open Water or Nitrox course online. This can save you some time, and means that you don't need to spend holiday time in the classroom - when you see us you are ready to jump straight in the water!

NEW! We can now offer you the chance to take your PADI courses in Phi Phi Island thanks to a partnership with Phi Phi Scuba Diving Center, one of Phi Phi's largest dive centers. For information, contact us or see our Phi Phi Diving web site!

Discover Scuba Diving

Never dived before? It's fun!
Discover excitement and adventure, discover a new world. Nothing compares to the magic weightless feeling and the wonder of breathing underwater. The Discover Scuba experience is a ½ or 1 day program, ideal if you are short on time or are not sure if you're ready for a full scuba course.

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Open Water Diver

Your passport to adventure!
Dive into the PADI Open Water Diver course, the most popular dive program in the world! This is your ticket to a lifetime of fun, travel and amazing underwater experiences. The PADI Open Water course takes 3 - 4 days including theory, pool dives and ocean dives. Let's dive!

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Advanced Open Water

Take the next step - explore new worlds!
You've learned the basics, now see what diving really has to offer. The Advanced course includes deep and navigation dives, plus options like wreck or night dives, plus you can learn about marine life or try underwater photography Learning has never been so much fun! The course takes just 2 days and includes 5 dives.

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Enriched Air (Nitrox)

Dive longer with Nitrox, the magic gas!
Nitrox is an enriched air blend of normal air with extra oxygen. You get longer dives than with air and many divers say they feel less tired after diving. Nitrox is now commonly available on dive boats worldwide and is especially useful on liveaboards. The course takes just 2 days - a bit of theory and then 2 dives, then you're ready for enriched air!

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Scuba Review

Has it been a while since you’ve been scuba diving? Do you feel like your scuba skills and knowledge are a bit rusty? If you have not dived for some time, a scuba review or "tune up" is a very good idea - you can refresh your diving knowledge with a tune up online, or we offer several options for in-water refresher courses here in Phuket.

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Rescue Diver

Build your confidence. Rescue yourself and others!
Enjoying your diving? Feeling comfortable in the water? Take the next step... Rescue Divers look beyond themselves and think about the safety and well being of other divers. Although this course is serious, it's always rewarding and fun! Over 3 days you cover theory, practice skills in shallow water and carry out rescue scenarios in the ocean.

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Divemaster

So you want to learn more? It's time to turn pro!
As a DM trainee, you will expand your dive knowledge and fine tune your skills to professional level. PADI Divemaster training develops your leadership abilities, qualifying you to supervise dive activities and assist instructors with student divers. The course takes at least a couple of weeks, there's no fixed time limit.

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Whether you have never dived before, or want to learn more, Sunrise Divers is here to help. We love showing you the underwater world, we love the look on a new divers face after their first dive, we love diving! If you want to know more, use the links above for different courses or please do contact us with your questions. We hope to see you soon!