NEW TO DIVING?
Try Diving in Koh Lipe with La Bombona Diving
Discover the magic of the underwater world with this beginner-friendly dive experience in Koh Lipe. Immerse yourself in the crystal clear waters of the Andaman Sea, surrounded by vibrant coral reefs and tropical fish. A perfect step for complete beginners!
- No experience needed
- Small groups (2 people per Instructor)
- Complete diving equipment rental
- Theory lesson
- 1 guided dive up to 12m
- Second optional dive for ฿1000
- Lunch
- Snacks and refreshments on the boat
- Marine Park Fees (฿200/day) insurance (฿70)and second dive (฿1000) not included in the price.
SCUBA DIVING FOR A DAY
How does a try dive day look like?
Embark on a day of discovery from 9:30 am to approximately 17:00 pm, where you’ll gradually build confidence in the underwater realm.

09:30 Dive theory
We’ll meet at our dive center in Koh Lipe at 9:30 am, where one of our certified instructors will greet you and give you a warm welcome. You’ll receive a simple, clear introduction to scuba diving — how the gear works, how to move underwater, and how to stay safe and confident throughout the experience.

11:00 Break
Once you’ve learned the basics, we’ll take a break to enjoy a freshly prepared Thai meal to recharge your energy.

11:45 Set sail!
After lunch, we’ll board our comfortable boat and head into Tarutao National Marine Park. Our destination is a calm, shallow bay — ideal for your very first dive.

12:30 Into the water
Guided every step of the way by your instructor, you’ll descend to a maximum of 12 meters, exploring colorful coral gardens and spotting tropical fish in a safe, relaxed environment.

14:00 Optional 2nd dive
If you find yourself wanting more (and most people do!), you can choose to add a second dive for just 1,000 THB. That extra dive gives you the chance to feel even more comfortable in the water and discover a different reef area — a great way to make the most of your day in this underwater paradise.

16:45 Return to land
We’ll finish by returning to the dive center at around 4:45 pm, leaving you with unforgettable memories… and possibly a brand-new passion!
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


Take it to the next level with the Open Water course
The adventure doesn’t end with the Try Dive! Inspired by the underwater world? If you start your Open Water Course right after the try dive we’ll sweeten the deal with a discount. Many skills you’ll practice in the Try Dive are foundations for the Open Water Course, making your journey into the depths even more seamless.
฿ 13,500
INSIGHTS FROM OUR DIVERS
What they say about us
Annabel Jones2024-02-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a great experience with LBD doing our open water course highly recommend! Shoutout to Ernesto, amazing instructor!!! Holly2024-02-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing experience doing the OW20. Shoutout to Ernesto, the best diving instructor ever Pierre-Yves Lapointe2024-02-08Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Be careful, if you decide to book your ow with this place, you’ll probably end up with some advanced class + extra fun dive days and good memories, it gets addictive 🤷â€â™‚ï¸ðŸ¤¿. Had a blast with Ernesto as our teacher 👌 Everyone at the reception is also very friendly. Alexander Fager2024-02-08Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We did the 1-day try dive with Nico, amazing instructor and so much fun! Definitely go here for courses or try dives! Nora Eckl2024-01-31Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wir haben eine gute Einführung von dem instructor Max bekommen und konnten unsere Kleider anprobieren. Danach mussten wir 2 Stunden warten, bis das Schiff kam, was sehr unnötig war. Schließlich ging es los, wir haben vieles wiederholt. Als wir ins Wasser gingen, ist Max einzelt mit den Personen die Skills durchgegangen, er konnte mich gut beruhigen und war auch geduldig.Kira war auch dabei und war auch sehr hilfsbereit und hat genau so ein guten Job gemacht. War eine tolle Erfahrung, Danke nochmals. Ich dachte man bekommt unterwasser Bilder, war nicht der Fall. Luuk van Zilt2024-01-30Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a great dive with La Bombona. Thanks Kira and Max! Iñaki Urgoiti2024-01-27Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Con mi novia hicimos el curso Open Water 20 en LBD y estuvo espectacular! Nuestro instructor fue Roberto y nos encantó: super claro, muy dedicado y ante todo con muy buena onda. Disfrutamos un montón la experiencia y fue una excelente forma de introducirnos al buceo. Gracias! Sam Höjman2024-01-26Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Gjorde Open Water 20 och tyckte verkligen om det. Utbildningen var grundlig och välformulerad och min instruktör Ernesto var verkligen fantastisk och en höjdpunkt. De tar verkligen säkerhet pÃ¥ allvar och ser till att när du väl hamnat i vattnet sÃ¥ känner du dig bÃ¥de bekväm och säker. Kan starkt rekommendera att du tar ditt dykarcert här. Amy Pfitzner2024-01-26Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Did the open water 20 course with Ernesto, the course was absolutely incredible, highly recommend La Bomboba. Ernesto was a great instructor too - very experienced diver and made the experience very fun! Wish I could stay to do the advanced course. camila Saez2024-01-26Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Recomiendo a Ernesto como instructor, fue lo máximo!! Aprendà mucho y lo pase increible! La mejor disposicion para enseñar y es muy experimentado, apoyador y pasciente. Gracias!!!!
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.
If you are not a swimmer, you can still dive! You can enrol in a Try Dive. You achieve no certification, but you still get to enjoy the experience under the watchful eye of one of our Instructor team.
Before diving we need to sign a few forms and complete a medical to prove that you are fit and healthy to dive.
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