Seafari Dive Center - Koh Tao

Okay, so you're heading to Koh Tao, eh? If you're looking for a dive shop that gets it right, we really rate Seafari Dive Center. They’ve been around the block, sure, but what we love is how they combine that old-school wisdom with a genuinely fresh approach to diving. They’re PADI, obviously, but it’s their commitment to smaller groups and just making the whole experience *fun* that sets them apart. We always send our mates their way for Open Water. Those first few breaths underwater, the sheer weightlessness, it’s magic. The instructors at Seafari are great at making those initial steps feel natural, not intimidating. We particularly like their boat trips; no sardine cans here. You get space to set up your gear without elbowing someone, and the briefings are always thorough without being dull. If you're looking to push past Advanced or even into tech, they've got the expertise, but it's really the friendly, inclusive vibe for recreational divers that makes them one of our Koh Tao favourites. Expect proper kit, well-maintained, and a team that genuinely wants you to have a good dive, not just tick a box.

Location
Koh Tao, Thailand, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
12.930860, 100.880970
Website
https://www.seafari.co.th/
Certification Agencies
PADI
Courses
PADI Scuba Diver, PADI Open Water Diver, PADI Reactivate Scuba Refresher, PADI Adventure Diver, PADI Advanced Diver, PADI Specialty Courses, PADI Rescue Diver, PADI Divemaster, PADI IDC Dive Instructor, Technical Diving
Equipment Rental
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Air Fills
Air, Nitrox, Trimix
Languages
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Price Range
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Dive Sites Near Seafari Dive Center

Seafari Dive Center provides access to 15 dive sites in Koh Tao.

Other Dive Centres in Koh Tao

Best Time to Dive in Koh Tao

The warmest water temperatures in Koh Tao occur in May, averaging 30.6°C. The coolest conditions are in January at 28.3°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 28.3°C
  • February: 28.6°C
  • March: 29.3°C
  • April: 30.2°C
  • May: 30.6°C
  • June: 30.2°C
  • July: 30.0°C
  • August: 29.7°C
  • September: 29.4°C
  • October: 29.2°C
  • November: 29.3°C
  • December: 28.6°C

Marine Life in Koh Tao

Home to 56 recorded species including 35 reef fish, 11 sharks & rays, 4 other, 2 hard corals, 1 clams & mussels, 1 sea urchins.

Notable Marine Life

Recommended Packing List for Koh Tao

Based on average water temperature of 29.5°C, currents 14 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 29°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories