DIVE INTO ADVENTURE
Become a Diver with Our Open Water 20 Course
Join La Bombona Diving’s Open Water Diving Course in Koh Lipe and earn your globally recognised Open Water Certificate. Our extensive training programme certifies you to 20 m instead of 18 m at most other dive schools. Ready for a life-changing experience?
Open Water Diving Course in Koh Lipe – Dive with Confidence
Whether you’re completely new to diving or already have some experience, our Open Water Diving Course in Koh Lipe is designed to get you fully certified to dive safely anywhere in the world.
With Bombona Diving, you’ll be certified to reach depths up to 20 metres, thanks to our RAID certification—deeper than the standard 18 metres offered elsewhere. Learn essential skills, safety techniques, and gain the confidence to enjoy open water dives with a buddy, wherever your adventures take you. Take your first step and experience the underwater world!
- Complete diving equipment rental
- Online training materials
- Theory lessons
- 1 confined session
- 4 ocean dives
- 20 metre certification
- Insurance
- Thai lunch on dive days
- Snacks and refreshments on the boat
- Internationally recognised certification
- A La Bombona souvenir t-shirt
- Marine Park Fees (฿400/day)
Prerequisites Required Before Diving
Age
Adult: 15+ years
Junior: 12–14 years
Cadet: 10–11 years
Note: Those under 18 require parental/guardian consent.
Swimming Skills
Swim: 200 m (any stroke, no time limit) or 300 m with mask, snorkel, and fins.
Float: Tread water or survival float for 10 minutes.
Medical & Administrative
Medical: Complete a health questionnaire. If you flag any "Yes" answers, you need a doctor's signature before entering the water.
Registration: Create a RAID online profile to access materials.
Academics
E-Learning: Complete all online modules and quizzes.
Exam: Pass the final exam (open book, 80% minimum score required).
YOUR JOURNEY
Learn Open Water Diving in Koh Lipe in Just 4 Days
16:00
Orientation
You’ll meet your dive buddies and your instructor. We’ll need you to fill in some paperwork, so remember to bring your passport number and smartphone. We’ll introduce you to our photo/video guy who’ll have a chat about the excellent value packages we offer on the last day of your course.
16:30
Theory: Diving in General
During the orientation, we will also discuss the basics of SCUBA diving and start to introduce you to some of the core diving equipment. This is a great time to start getting hands-on with some equipment basics and get familiar with how the RAID online training system works.
YOUR JOURNEY
Become a diver in 4 days
08:00
Theory class
During Academics session 1, your instructor will work through the Physics and Physiology chapters with you and your group. This is where we will learn the effects of SCUBA diving on our bodies and how to counteract, or in some cases, avoid these things.
10:30
Break
Use this time to grab some food and fuel up!
12:00
Confined session
We’ll go over some swim and floating tests that are a pre-requisite (don’t worry, you don’t need to be an athlete to pass them!). Your instructor will teach you how to set up your equipment and once you are kitted up, you’ll jump into the water! There you’ll learn all the skills required to be called an open water diver. At the end of the day you’ll be getting hyped up to go confidently to the ocean the following day. Things you should bring: Swimwear, sunscreen, water, towel.
16:00
Homework
Once you’re done with the confined session, take a look at your e-learning! This is the final evening you’ll need to complete some homework before going into the water the next day.
YOUR JOURNEY
Become a diver in 4 days
08:00
Theory and knowledge review
Your instructor will go through the previous nights homework and a full review of everything you’ve done so far so help you with any questions you may have. And then... it’s exam time! Don’t worry, it’s multiple choice and you should be well versed after doing all of the previous quizzes.
10:45
Break
Use this time to grab some food and fuel up!
12:00
First Dive
You’ll head out to our custom made dive boat for your first dive! Maximum depth today is 12m. You’ll have your very own dive computer so you can see where you are on the dive. You will practice what you learned in the pool, just now in a deeper environment. All while, discovering the beautiful marine life in Koh Lipe. Bring swimwear, sunscreen, water and a towel.
14:30
Second dive
After a well deserved break on the boat you’ll go for your second dive. On this dive you’ll do some skills and practice your buoyancy while diving with your group. After each dive you’ll get feedback from your instructor on how to help you improve.
16:00
Back to land
You’ll return to the dive school where you’ll log your dives, calculate your air consumption and can enjoy a cold drink while enjoying our insane sunsets from the comfort of our social area.
YOUR JOURNEY
Become a diver in 4 days
07:00
Morning Dive
Today you’ll head out a little further from the island to enjoy some of our best dive sites and see some insane marine life like metre long barracuda and fingers crossed for our huge spotty friend - the whale shark! This time you can get up to 18m. You’ll do some more skills like an introduction to navigation.
10:00
Second Dive
Almost certified! But before we celebrate you still have one more dive to improve your diving and enjoy the amazing underwater world together with your instructors and buddies! At this point you will already feel confident about your skills, so you can focus on exploring with your team.
14:00
Let’s celebrate!
Once you’re back to the dive school you can log your dives and celebrate becoming a certified diver! Your certification is digital and recognized worldwide to allow you to dive to a maximum depth of 20m. Congratulations!
Learn Open Water Diving in Koh Lipe in Just 3 Days
Go from a total beginner to a globally recognised RAID Open Water 20 diver in just four days. Master buoyancy in calm and clear shallows and see world-class soft coral reefs at depths of up to 20 metres.
SET SAIL!
Your dive boat
Our dive boat is spacious, comfortable, and designed with divers in mind. It offers a smooth ride, space to gear up with ease, and a rooftop area to relax between dives. Easy and practical, it makes your diving day smoother, more social, and a lot more enjoyable.
- Fresh water
- Snacks
- Chill area
ACOMMODATION PACK
Your Ultimate Dive & Stay Experience
Bundle your Open Water dive training in Koh Lipe with accommodation for a smooth, stress-free stay. We offer a range of budget-friendly rooms to high-end villas, all conveniently located near our dive centre and perfect for every travel style.
Price variable depending on accommodation preference.
BEYOND THE SURFACE
Why Choose Koh Lipe for Your Open Water Dive Training
Small Groups, Big Impact
Master your buoyancy control and diving skills and become a confident diver with the direct supervision of a certified instructor in small classes, offering undivided attention and personalised feedback. We ensure that you feel confident and comfortable underwater.
Dive With the Pros
From basic theory to practical application, get guidance from seasoned professionals with over a decade of experience in Open Water Dive training in Koh Lipe.
Multilingual Support
Complete your Open Water Diving Course in Koh Lipe without any language barrier, with instructors who are proficient in English and Spanish.
World wide certificate
Earn a globally recognised Open Water Certification that is accepted at any dive centre, opening the door to international underwater adventures.
INSIGHT FROM OUR DIVERS
What they say about us...
DIVE SMART AND AFFORDABLE
Pricing & certification
Master the art of diving and gain a globally recognized certification that open doors to limitless underwater adventures.
Our Raid Open Water Certification awaits at an unbeatable price of
15,000 ฿
Frequently Asked questions
For your first dive, all necessary equipment is provided by us. Just come prepared with swimwear and a sense of adventure!
The duration varies, but our Open Water Course typically takes 3 days. Our instructors work at your pace to ensure you feel confident and ready before certification.
While there are age limitations for certain courses, children as young as 10 can start with the Junior Open Water Diver course. Safety is our priority, and we tailor programs to suit different age groups.
If you discover that the course isn’t aligning with your preferences midway, we’re flexible and can discuss options to ensure your experience suits your needs.
While basic swimming skills are important, you don’t need to be an expert. Our instructors provide buoyancy control and water confidence training to ensure you feel comfortable in the underwater environment.
A medical questionnaire is typically required. If you answer “yes” to any medical history questions, a physician’s approval may be necessary. Safety is paramount, and we ensure all divers are physically fit for the underwater experience.
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