If you’re not sure you’ll love diving: Try Dive/DSD. If you want to become a diver: Open Water. If you’re already certified: Advanced + specialties (Nitrox/Deep/Wreck, etc.) based on your goals.

Usually: minimum age, basic water comfort, and a completed medical questionnaire. Advanced/specialties require the relevant previous certification level.

Try Dive/DSD: half day to 1 day. Open Water: ~3 days. Advanced: ~2 days. Specialties: often 1–2 days (Nitrox can be theory-only).

No problem — we can usually continue on another date, or do a referral/continuation plan so you finish later without starting over.

Yes — eLearning is recommended. It saves holiday time and makes the in-water training smoother.

We teach SSI. Both are internationally recognized — what matters most is quality training and diving regularly after.

No — recreational certifications don’t expire. If you haven’t dived in a long time, a refresher/skills update is strongly recommended.

Depending on season and conditions: local sites (including wreck/reef options) and trips toward Similan area, Surin area, and Richelieu Rock options.

Beginners: calm, shallow reefs and easy profiles. Advanced: sites with stronger currents/depth like pinnacles and remote areas. We match you to sites based on experience and conditions.

Day trips are 2 dives. On Saturday we do 3 dives.

Similan: granite boulders + reefs, great visibility. Surin: remote reefs/marine life. Richelieu Rock: iconic pinnacle, often rich macro and bigger-life chances, sometimes stronger currents.

Most trips start early: hotel pickup is usually around 07:00–07:30. Return is typically late afternoon/early evening (varies by trip and sea conditions).

Yes — shared pickup is usually available around Khao Lak area (exact zones depend on the trip). We confirm pickup time/location after booking.

Usually Thai-style lunch, fruit/snacks, and drinking water. Some trips include soft drinks, tea/coffee — details depend on the boat/trip.

Swimwear, towel, hat, reef-safe sunscreen, sunglasses, dry bag, light long-sleeve for sun/wind, and some cash (e.g., park fees, tips, extras).

Often yes — tell us in advance so we can arrange it with the boat crew.

We have space for bags at the shop. For valuables, keep items minimal and ask staff for the safest option.

English, German and Thai are standard. Other languages depend on which staff/guides are scheduled that day.

Not always. You’ll complete a medical questionnaire — if you answer “yes” to certain questions, you’ll need doctor clearance before diving.

Examples include certain heart/lung conditions, uncontrolled asthma, epilepsy/seizures, serious ear/sinus problems, recent surgery, and pregnancy. When unsure, get diving-specific medical advice.

We go slowly and teach techniques. If you have pain or can’t equalize, you must stop the descent. We can reschedule, adjust the plan, or recommend seeing a doctor if needed.

No — scuba diving is not recommended during pregnancy.

Sometimes possible if well-controlled and cleared by a doctor familiar with diving medicine. Safety comes first — we’ll ask for proper clearance when needed.

Emergency oxygen and first-aid equipment are standard on dive operations, and staff are trained in emergency procedures and evacuation coordination.

Courses usually include required training equipment. Fun dives often include tanks/weights/guide, with full gear rental available if you need it. We confirm what’s included per trip.

If you have your own mask/snorkel, bring it for best comfort. Also: rash guard, anti-fog, any meds you need, and a reusable water bottle.

Typical water is warm, so 3 mm is common. Other options may be available depending on stock and your comfort (tell us what you prefer).

Yes. We’ll do a quick safety check and help you set it up correctly for the boat and conditions.

Yes — Nitrox is available for certified divers, and Nitrox courses can be arranged.

Yes — items like dive computers and torches are commonly available to rent. Ask us when booking so we can reserve availability. We don’t rent out cameras but our guides might have a camera to take pictures and videos of you.

Yes. Use a secure attachment (wrist lanyard + mount), keep buoyancy controlled, and never chase or touch marine life for shots.

Follow your dive computer. As a guideline: minimum 12 hours after a single no-decompression dive, 18 hours after repetitive/multi-day diving — and 24 hours is the safer, conservative choice.

It’s best to avoid alcohol between dives and keep it light after diving. Hydrate well first — alcohol plus sun/sea can increase dehydration and fatigue.

Eat a light breakfast, avoid heavy/greasy food, and hydrate consistently (water + electrolytes). Bring snacks if you get hungry easily.

Sleep well, avoid alcohol the night before, eat light, stay hydrated, and sit mid-boat where it’s steadier. If you use medication, take it early (as directed) before the boat ride.

Good sleep and steady hydration make a big difference. Start drinking water the day before, use sun protection, and avoid arriving hungover.

Message us with your preferred date + activity + certification level. Use the website contact form or email contact@medivingkhaolak.com, or WhatsApp/call for fast confirmation.

Some trips (especially limited seats/high season) may require a deposit to secure your place. We’ll tell you clearly before confirming the booking.

It depends on how close to the trip you cancel and the type of trip. Please refer to your Refund Policy page and your booking confirmation terms.

Safety first. If a trip is cancelled for weather/sea conditions, we offer rescheduling options and handle refunds/credits according to the policy and supplier terms.

In most cases yes, subject to availability and notice. Contact us as early as possible and we’ll find the best alternative.

Often not — marine park fees are set by authorities and can change. We’ll tell you what applies to your specific trip and how/when to pay.

Cash is widely accepted. Credit card may be available; we’ll confirm the options when you book.

Yes on snorkeling trips. On dive trips, non-diver “ride-along” availability depends on the boat and free space — ask us in advance.

Yes — many of the same islands/reefs have excellent snorkeling, especially in the main season when the sea is calmer and visibility is higher.

Often yes for snorkeling, depending on minimum age rules, sea conditions, and the child’s comfort in water. Life jackets are typically available.

Yes during open season (subject to marine park rules and weather). We can recommend the best trip for your group.

Reef fish, turtles, rays, and lots of reef life are common. Larger pelagics (like manta/whale shark) are possible but never guaranteed — nature decides.

No touching or feeding marine life, good buoyancy, no collecting, and we encourage reef-safe sunscreen and minimizing single-use plastic.

We support reef-friendly diving and marine-park compliance as a baseline. Ask us what local initiatives/cleanups are currently active during your visit.

Yes — we follow marine park regulations, responsible guiding standards, and use appropriate procedures to reduce reef impact.

Main season is typically October to April/May, when seas are calmer and offshore parks are open.

Offshore parks typically close in the monsoon months. Some local/alternative diving may still be possible depending on conditions — we advise the safest options.

Typical water temperature is around 27–30°C. Visibility often ranges roughly 10–30 m (can be higher in peak season and lower in rougher months).

Lowest in peak season, higher in shoulder/monsoon periods. We only run trips when conditions are safe and reasonable for the planned activity.