Learn to Dive in Koh Chang – Beginner Courses from Try Dive to Open Water
Start your scuba journey in the warm, clear waters of Koh Chang. At Chang Diving Center our expert SDI, TDI and PADI instructors teach beginner-friendly courses in small groups with modern equipment—perfect for couples, families and solo travelers.
Just curious? Begin with a relaxed Try Dive (no experience needed). Want a first certification with a pro? See the Scuba Diver option on our Open Water Diver page (dives to 12 m with a pro). Ready to dive independently worldwide? Go for the Open Water Diver Course (3 days, skills + reef dives to 18 m).
During training you’ll visit some of Koh Chang’s best dive sites—colorful reefs and gentle pinnacles—with a focus on comfort, safety and fun. Not sure what you might see? Explore our Marine Life Guide.
Prefer to taste diving first? Join a Day Trip or Fun Dives (for certified divers). For planning, check the How-to Guides and our course FAQ (requirements, schedule, what to bring, Nitrox).
🌊 Begin your scuba journey in Koh Chang—safe courses, fun trips, and unforgettable underwater experiences since 2005!
🌊 Try Dive
Try scuba diving on Koh Chang with 2 boat dives – no license needed! Ideal for beginners. Full equipment & instructor included.
💸 Starting from 4,890 THB
🏊 Open Water Diver
Get certified on Koh Chang with our 3-day Open Water Course – full gear, 4 dives, eLearning & pro instructors.
💸 Starting from 14,490 THB
📚 OWD & AOWD Package
Learn to dive & go deeper! Get your Open Water & Advanced certifications in 4 days with 9 dives – save more with this combo!
💸 Starting from 22,490 THB
🏄 OWD to DM Package
Become a dive professional in just 2 months! Our full scuba internship includes all SDI or PADI courses from beginner to Divemaster + 60 dives.
💸 Starting from 46,150 THB
Before You Start – Guides, Tips & Answers for New Divers
New to diving and wondering where to begin? You're in the right place. Beyond our courses, we've put together practical guides and honest advice to help you prepare for your first dives. Whether you're curious about the theory behind scuba, need to compare PADI vs SDI/TDI certifications, or want to know when to book your course on Koh Chang – our how-to guides, travel tips, and FAQs cover the questions beginners ask most. We also tackle common diving myths and share straight talk from our instructors. Many new divers wonder about gear, safety, or what to expect on day one; our Beginner Guide walks you through it step by step. Planning your trip? The Koh Chang Travel Guide helps with timing, beaches, and where to stay. Use the links below to explore topics that matter to you. Learning to dive is an exciting journey; a little reading now makes your first breaths underwater even more rewarding.
📖 How-to Guides
Step-by-step: Try Dives, Open Water, Advanced, specialties. What to expect, schedules, dive sites – learn before you go.
🌊 Beginner Guide
Everything before your first dive: gear, safety, what to expect. Written for Koh Chang newcomers – easy to read, no jargon.
📚 Theory Review
Brush up on dive theory before your course. Pressure, buoyancy, equalization – quick recap for confident learning.
🎓 PADI vs SDI/TDI
Not sure which cert to choose? Honest comparison of dive agencies – recognition, costs, pros and cons. No marketing fluff.
📅 Book in Advance
When to reserve your course? Peak season, small groups, instructor availability – practical tips for Koh Chang.
💬 Diving Myths
Sharks, ear problems, "it's dangerous" – we separate fact from fiction. Feel more confident with the real story.
✈️ Koh Chang Guide
When to visit, best beaches, where to stay – plan your dive trip with our honest Koh Chang travel guide.
🤿 Diving FAQ
Water temp, visibility, dive sites, what's included – answers to the questions beginners ask most about Koh Chang.
What other divers discovered
Real reviews and experiences from our guests – see what others found on their diving adventures with us!
