Master Scuba Diver – The Highest Level in Recreational Diving
? Get Inspired – SDI Master Scuba Diver
This short video gives you a glimpse of what the journey to becoming a Master Scuba Diver can feel like – exciting, challenging, and deeply rewarding.
Become a Master – Join the Elite
The Master Scuba Diver (MSD) rating is the most prestigious non-professional level in recreational diving. It’s a recognition of your training, logged dives, and commitment to excellence underwater.
At Chang Diving, our certified instructors guide you step by step toward earning this recognition – whether you’re following the PADI or SDI educational path.
*Please note: Master Scuba Diver is a certification level awarded by the respective training agency (PADI or SDI) upon meeting all program requirements. We offer full guidance and course support as certified instructors.
→ Learn how the Master Scuba Diver Program works – Step by Step
How to Qualify
PADI Master Scuba Diver
- ✅ PADI Rescue Diver
- ✅ 5 PADI Specialty Courses
- ✅ 50 logged dives
- ✅ Age: 18+ (or 12+ for Junior MSD)
SDI Master Diver
- ✅ SDI Rescue Diver
- ✅ 4 SDI Specialty Courses
- ✅ 50 logged dives
- ✅ Age: 18+
Important: You cannot mix certifications between agencies. PADI MSD = only PADI courses, SDI MSD = only SDI courses.
What’s Included
- Personal MSD consultation and plan
- Review of your dive log and certifications
- Specialty course booking support (if needed)
- MSD application and submission support to PADI or SDI (application fees not included)
- Recognition materials and final processing
- All scuba equipment included – bring your own gear and get 5% off (only valid if you use our tanks and weights only, code: H7PFU7M6)
- Hotel pickup (available in selected areas of Koh Chang)
- Snacks, fruit, soft drinks & lunch onboard
⚠️ Optional for Our Guests
- Exclusive for our students & dive guests
- Get a special discount on selected equipment
- Mask, snorkel, fins & more available online
- ? Book this equipment together with your course or trip and save instantly!
- Offer valid only for combined online bookings on our website.
- ?️ Dive accident insurance – recommended for all divers
* Prices and discounts may change without prior notice. Book early to secure the best offer.
Course & Package Options
We offer streamlined MSD bundles to help you qualify faster. All course prices below are standard and reflect the official rates per agency:
? Course & Package Options
We offer complete MSD bundles to help you qualify faster. Book one of the following paths and save 15%!
? PADI Path
Total: 73,440 THB
? With 15% discount: 62,424 THB
? You save: 11,016 THB
- ? Rescue Diver – 15,490 THB (4 dives)
- ? Deep Diver – 11,990 THB (4 dives)
- ⚓ Wreck Diver – 11,990 THB (2 dives)
- ? Nitrox Diver – 9,990 THB (0 dives, dives included in other specialties)
- ? Search & Recovery – 11,990 THB (4 dives)
- ⚙️ Sidemount – 11,990 THB (4 dives)
➡️ Total dives included: 18–20 dives
? Estimated duration: 7–12 days
? SDI Path
Total: 59,440 THB
? With 15% discount: 50,524 THB
? You save: 8,916 THB
- ? Rescue Diver – 14,990 THB (4 dives)
- ? Deep Diver – 7,990 THB (2 dives)
- ⚓ Wreck Diver – 9,990 THB (2 dives)
- ? Nitrox Diver – 7,990 THB (0 dives, dives included in other courses)
- ? Search & Recovery – 7,990 THB (2 dives)
- ? 10-Dive Pack – 10,490 THB (10 dives)
➡️ Total dives included: 20–21 dives
? Estimated duration: 7–12 days
? Please Note: The specialties listed above are examples.
You are free to choose your own specialty combination from our offerings.
? Browse available specialties.
? The Deep/Wreck/Nitrox combo was previously discounted. Above prices reflect standard per-course rates to clearly show real savings.
? Price Info: All prices are based on our 2025 rates and may change without prior notice.
The final amount will be shown during booking.
? Book your full MSD training with us and save money while reaching the top level in recreational diving!
? What can you discover?
Join our fun dives and explore vibrant coral reefs, fascinating critters, and majestic marine life — including the legendary HTMS Chang Wreck.
? Use our dive site map to plan your adventure or dive deeper into our Marine Life Guide and see what awaits below the surface.
? What other divers discovered
Real reviews and experiences from our guests – see what others found on their diving adventures with us!
Reach the Top – Become a Master Scuba Diver
MSD is more than a title – it’s recognition of your passion, dedication, and underwater skill. Let us help you achieve it.
- ✅ Personal dive planning & consultation
- ✅ All paperwork, support & certifications
- ✅ Dive your way to the top – the right way
? Start your Master Scuba Diver journey today!
? Student Download
? Instructor Tools Download
- Speciality-Inst.-Manual
- SDI-Speciality-standards
- ? Hand Signals Chart (PDF)
- ? DCS Evaluation Slate (PDF)
- ? Emergency Plan
- ? Accident_Incident_Report
Important Safety Notice:
Please do not use cannabis before or during your training dives. Diving requires full concentration and responsibility.
? No Drugs – Safe Diving First!