Discover Scuba Diving at Racha Noi & Racha Yai, Phuket
Try scuba diving for the first time on a full-day trip to two islands — 2 guided dives at Racha Noi plus 1 at Racha Yai, no certification or swimming skill needed, non-swimmers welcome. Just be 10 years or older. From ฿4,500 all-inclusive.
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Who Is This Trip For?
Discover Scuba Diving is Phuket's easiest way to try diving for the first time — here's who this two-island trip is built for.
Complete First-Timers
Never so much as tried a mask and fins before? No problem. No certification is required and non-swimmers are welcome — your instructor guides you through all three dives.
Holiday Travelers
Want one unforgettable day that actually covers two islands, without committing to a multi-day course? This full-day Racha Noi & Racha Yai trip fits neatly into any Phuket itinerary.
Families & Kids (10+)
Minimum age is 10, and small-group instruction means your instructor can pace the day around younger or nervous divers in the family.
Nervous About the Water
A little apprehensive underwater? A dedicated instructor stays by your side for all three dives, and dive sites are chosen specifically for calm, easy conditions.
Couples & Friends
Share a first-time experience together — a full day on the boat, three guided dives across two islands, and a story you'll both tell for years.
Testing the Waters Before Certifying
Considering the Open Water course but want to try diving first? Three dives across two islands is the best possible preview of what certified diving in Phuket looks like.
Discover Scuba Diving Racha Noi & Racha Yai — At a Glance
Discover Scuba Diving Racha Noi & Racha Yai Pricing
One all-inclusive package — everything you need for your full day across two islands.
Day Trip Itinerary | 3 Dives, 2 Islands
This is our usual itinerary, but timings and dive site choice can be adjusted depending on weather, sea conditions, and group size. Racha Noi's South Tip and Marina Rock sites are not used on this trip — they carry stronger currents better suited to certified divers.
Hotel Transfers & Booking Confidence
Free hotel pickup runs between 6:30am and 7:00am, depending on your zone — included at no extra cost for Kamala, Patong, Karon, Kata, Chalong, Rawai, and Nai Harn. Making your own way? Get directions on Google Maps.
🚐 Free Hotel Pick-Up Times
Free pick-up for Kamala, Patong, Karon, Kata, Chalong, Rawai and Nai Harn. Other zones incur an extra cost.
💯 Book with Confidence
Reserve Your Discover Scuba Diving Trip — Racha Noi & Racha Yai
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Two Islands, Three Dives — Chosen for First-Timers
Most first-dive trips in Phuket visit one island. This one visits two — Racha Noi, a wilder island known for exceptional visibility and abundant marine life, and Racha Yai, Phuket's calmest and most sheltered first-dive location. Your instructor selects the specific bays at each island purely for beginner-friendly conditions.
Note: Racha Noi's South Tip and Marina Rock dive sites are not used on this trip. Both carry stronger, more complex currents and are reserved for certified divers — see our Racha Noi diving page for certified divers if that's you.
Already certified and want the full site-by-site breakdown for both islands — depths, currents, and every dive site? See our Racha Noi diving guide or Racha Yai diving guide for certified divers →
Discover Scuba Diving at Racha Noi & Racha Yai
A look at both islands, the boat, and the underwater world you'll explore across your three dives.
Watch a Real Discover Scuba Diving Trip
No stock footage — this is what a Discover Scuba Diving day at Racha Noi & Racha Yai actually looks like.
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Phuket's original dive center since 2008 — here's what that means for your first dive across two islands.
Expert Guidance Awaits
Led by instructors with thousands of dives of experience, your first breaths underwater are guided by people who genuinely love introducing beginners to diving.
Dedicated Instructor, All Three Dives
One instructor stays with you across both islands — not shuffled between different staff — so you build real trust and confidence together.
Spacious, Comfortable Boat
Ample room to move between dives, shade on deck, and surface intervals free to relax, swim, or enjoy the view as we island-hop from Racha Noi to Racha Yai.
Genuinely All Included
Equipment, breakfast, lunch and snacks, plus hotel transfers from Kamala, Patong, Karon, Kata, Chalong or Rawai — no surprise add-ons.
Very Satisfied Returning Divers
Many of our Discover Scuba Diving guests come back to complete their Open Water certification with us — first dives that turn into a lifelong passion.
Discover Scuba Diving Program in Depth
🎯 Before You Get In the Water ＋
On arrival at Racha Noi, your instructor runs through a short dive theory briefing and confined-water skills practice — mask clearing, regulator recovery, and basic hand signals — right at the surface before your first dive. No prior knowledge needed.
🤿 Your Three Guided Dives ＋
Two dives at Racha Noi (Banana Bay, then Racha Noi Bay) followed by a third at Racha Yai Bay. Each dive runs about 40 minutes, kept to a maximum depth of around 12m, with your instructor beside you the entire time.
🎒 Equipment We Provide ＋
Full scuba set — BCD, regulator, wetsuit, mask, fins, and tank — sized and fitted before departure. Nothing to bring except a swimsuit, towel, and sun protection.
✅ Safety & Group Size ＋
Small groups with a dedicated instructor throughout — never shuffled between staff. Dive sites for this trip are deliberately chosen for calm, easy conditions; Racha Noi's stronger-current sites are reserved for certified divers.
📄 Before You Arrive ＋
You'll need to complete a short medical/liability form before diving. If you answer yes to any listed condition, a doctor's medical clearance dated within the last 7 days is required.
📄 Download the Diver Medical Form (PDF)Meet the Team Behind Your First Dive
Every Discover Scuba Diving trip at SSS Phuket is led by a real, named SSI or PADI instructor — not a rotating cast of seasonal hires.
Meet the rest of our team on the full team page →
Rated 5 Stars by First-Time Divers
Real reviews from our Discover Scuba Diving program — the same instructors, boat, and beginner-friendly format used on this Racha Noi & Racha Yai trip.
"I absolutely loved this excursion and I'm so glad I started my trip off with it. Pomme was phenomenal at giving clear instructions and teaching us, especially since we were complete beginners. My friend doesn't even swim, yet she felt totally comfortable scuba diving thanks to how patient and thorough Pomme was."
"Amazing experience! Thanks to Pomme we felt very safe during the adventure and were able to see so many fish and even a shipwreck 🤩🙌🏼"
"Overall, the diving experience was amazing! The dive instructor Lung is very knowledgeable and patient. 5 stars!"
Discover Scuba Diving Racha Noi & Racha Yai | Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum age for Discover Scuba Diving? ＋
10 years old. Younger divers dive at an instructor's discretion based on comfort and confidence in the water.
Do I need any diving experience or certification? ＋
No. Discover Scuba Diving is designed for complete beginners — no certification, license, or prior experience required.
Do I need to know how to swim? ＋
No. Non-swimmers are welcome. Your instructor stays with you throughout all three dives.
How many dives are included, and at which islands? ＋
Three dives total — two at Racha Noi (Banana Bay and Racha Noi Bay) and one at Racha Yai (Racha Yai Bay).
How deep will I dive? ＋
Your instructor keeps all three dives to around 12 metres or less — deep enough to feel like a real dive, shallow enough to stay relaxed and in control.
Is Racha Noi safe for a first-time diver? ＋
Yes — this trip only uses Racha Noi's two calmest, most sheltered bays (Banana Bay and Racha Noi Bay). Racha Noi's stronger-current sites, like South Tip and Marina Rock, are excluded from this trip and reserved for certified divers.
What's included in the ฿4,500 price? ＋
Dive equipment, breakfast, lunch, snacks, hotel transfers (Kamala, Patong, Karon, Kata, Chalong, Rawai), and a dedicated instructor for all three dives.
Can this count toward a diving certification later? ＋
Yes — many guests apply their Discover Scuba Diving experience toward starting an Open Water Diver course with us afterward.
What if I've never used a mask and fins before? ＋
That's exactly who this trip is for. Your instructor walks you through everything at the surface before your first dive.
What happens if the weather is bad on my trip day? ＋
Dive site selection is adjusted based on conditions, or the trip is rescheduled where needed for your safety.
What's your cancellation policy? ＋
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before your trip starts, full refund.
Do I need to fill out a medical form before diving? ＋
Yes, a short standard medical/liability form. If you answer yes to any listed condition, a doctor's clearance dated within 7 days is required.
📄 Download the Diver Medical Form (PDF)
